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Product Safety Report: Ewilibe Wax Heater Pro-Wax 100 sold via Amazon (2306-0072)

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Published14 August 2023

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Ewilibe Wax Heater Pro-Wax 100 presenting a serious risk of fire.

Product description

Summary Product: Ewilibe Wax Heater Pro-Wax 100 Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is insufficiently earthed. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and the listing removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Wax Heater Brand Ewilibe Model Pro-Wax100 ASIN B09472JZGF Barcode X001AVJ47L Amazon Reference 413094, FBA15FNPN2MPU000006 Country of Origin China Product Description Electronic device for heating wax for hair removal. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of fire as the earthing arrangements are insufficient, with an incorrect fuse fitted to it for the supply cord’s cross-sectional area. The wiring could overheat and ignite. The product also required improvement 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. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Additional information PSD case number: 2306-0072 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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