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Product Safety Report: Air Heater, XH-1212 sold via Amazon (2411-0109)

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Published26 November 2024

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Air Heater, XH-1212 presenting a risk of fire.

Product description

Summary Product: Air Heater, XH-1212 sold via Amazon Hazard: This product presents a serious risk of fire because the cable can overheat. The mains supply cord had excessive resistance and can become hot during use, leading to it igniting and causing a fire. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Air heater Model number XH-1212 / XH-1201 (The XH-1201 model was shown on the instructions, and the XH-1212 model was shown on the packaging) Amazon product identifiers X0023LF1W, FBA15JD44WTXU000001 Country of Origin China Product Description A white air heater with rose gold trim and power supply cord, packaged in white cardboard packaging. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard This product presents a serious risk of fire because the cable can overheat. The mains supply cord had excessive resistance and can become hot during use, leading to it igniting and causing a fire. Improvements are required to marking, labelling and documentation. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. Additional information PSD notification: 2411-0109 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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