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Product Safety Report: Hairstar Hot Air brush (2202-0139)

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Published27 March 2022

The hazard

Product safety report for Hairstar Hot Air brush presenting a risk of electric shock as the mains plug was not fitted with a fuse link which was correctly rated.

Product description

Summary Product: Hairstar Hot Air brush Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the mains plug was not fitted with a fuse link which was correctly rated, and there is possible access to single insulation mains wiring without the aid of a tool. Corrective action: Destruction of the product.The product has been delisted from the online marketplace (Amazon) Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Hot Air Brush Model No KLD-806 Barcode X001GMDMTZ Product description Black electric hairbrush with a golden colored head, packaged in a cardboard box containing an image of the product. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the mains plug was not fitted with a fuse link which was correctly rated, and there is possible access to single insulation mains wiring without the aid of a tool. The item was not accompanied by instructions and safety information required by the standard and there was also no information with regards to the rated voltage, frequency, and current shown on the item. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action Destruction of the product. The product has been delisted from the online marketplace (Amazon) Additional information PSD case number: 2202-0139 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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