Product Safety Report: Adapter supplied with V-Benz, Diva Beauty, V-6093 Hair Clippers (2111-0096)

Product details

Published27 March 2022

The hazard

Product safety report for adapter supplied with V-Benz, Diva Beauty Hair Clippers, presenting a serious risk of electric shock and electrocution.

Product description

Summary Product: Adapter supplied with V-Benz, Diva Beauty, V-6093 Hair Clippers Hazard: The product poses a serious risk of electric shock and electrocution as when tested the dimensions of the pins on the plug supplied were incorrect. Corrective action: Destruction of the product Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Adapter for hair clippers Carton Number BEA016 5060680952636 Counterfeit Unknown Country of Origin Hong Kong Product description A black adaptor supplied with hair clippers with a UK 3 pin plug and cord. Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the dimensions of the pins on the plug supplied were incorrect. The plug was unable to fit into a plug test gauge properly due to the plug pins being misaligned. The pins on this adapter’s plug were not compatible with socket outlets conforming to BS1363. There was no facility for a fuse in the plug. The plug was missing required markings such as approval and the approval body. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action Destruction of the product Additional information PSD case number: 2111-0096 Notified by: Local Authority Trading 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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