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Yovlet Angle Grinder and Drill Power Tool Set — fire risk

UK OPSSHigh riskFireMar 6, 2025
Photo from the official notice: Yovlet Angle Grinder and Drill Power Tool Set — fire risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of fire as the product’s fuse had insecurely fixed endcaps. Under fault conditions, the fuse may not be able to function and could lead to the product overheating, causing a fire. Additionally, the supply cord was inappropriately sized, making it prone to overheating and breaking, presenting a risk of fire. Improvements are also required to marking, labelling and documentation. The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product
  • Import rejected at border

Product description

A set of power tools including a drill and angle grinder. The product also includes a charger and rechargeable lithium battery.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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