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Folding Washing Machine — fire risk (2509-0216)

UK OPSSHigh riskFireSep 30, 2025
Photo from the official notice: Folding Washing Machine — fire risk (2509-0216)
Photo from the official notice: Folding Washing Machine — fire risk (2509-0216)

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 control switch is a plastic sticker which can easily detach, exposing the internal electrical components. If the sticker detaches during use, water may ingress and cause the product to overheat and ignite, causing a fire. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

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

Pink and white folding washing machine supplied with plastic accessories and black power supply cord and plug.

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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