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Product Safety Report: GaN 7 Port Fast Charger System sold via Amazon (2402-0156)

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Published7 May 2024

The hazard

Product Safety Report for GaN 7 Port Fast Charger System presenting a serious risk of fire.

Product description

Summary Product: GaN 7 Port Fast Charger System sold via Amazon 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 destroyed. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Fast Charger Station Brand Chongzheng (HK) Co Ltd Model RE-PC807 Amazon ASIN B0CNXY87S7 Amazon Identifier FBA15HJFW7PWU000006 Country of Origin China Product Description The product is a multi-socketed fast charging power brick with several different types of socket inputs. Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is insufficiently earthed. The fuse included with the product did not contain granular filler and the end caps were not correctly secured. Under fault conditions, the fuse would not operate properly and could catch fire, causing the product to explode. The cross-sectional area of the conductor was also insufficient, which could lead to overheating and ignition. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994. Corrective action The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. Additional information PSD number: 2402-0156 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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