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Product Recall: UK/US/AU/EU Universal to AC Power Plug Adaptor (2012-0171)

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Published25 March 2022

The hazard

Product recall for a UK/US/AU/EU Universal to AC power plug adaptor presenting a high risk of electric shock.

Product description

Summary Product: Universal Adaptor – UK/US/AU/EU Universal to AC Power Plug Adaptor Hazard: The adaptor presents a risk of electric shock due to access to live parts. Corrective action: Recall of the product from end users and removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Wish). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment - travel adaptor Country of Origin China Product description UK/US/AU/EU white universal travel adaptor with red shuttering supplied in grey cloth bag with instruction page. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The design of the adaptor allows multiple adaptor pins to be open at once. If in use, live parts are accessible presenting a serious risk of electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (Wish). Additional information PSD case number: 2012-0171 Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

What should you do?

Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.

Official notice ↗ · Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS)

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