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Product Safety Report: High Efficiency Fan Heater sold via Amazon (2501-0073)

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Published14 January 2025

The hazard

Product Safety Report for High Efficiency Fan Heater presenting a high risk of fire.

Product description

Summary Product: High Efficiency Fan Heater sold via Amazon Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Product information Type Electrical Appliances and Equipment - Fan Heater ASIN B0DHV36HY4 Amazon Identifiers FBA15M7LMHDU00003 Brand Guangzhoushizhryuanmeoyiyouxiangongsu Country of Origin China Product Description White fan heater with black vents. Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a high risk of fire as the plug fitted to the main supply cord is fitted with an unsafe fuse which does not meet the requirements of BS 1362. If the consumer were to use this power supply, an electric fault could occur and the fuse may explode. Additionally, the mains supply cord had excessive resistance. The product does not meet the expected mechanical requirements to ensure persons, domestic animals and property are not endangered as no cord anchorage was fitted. The product also requires improvement to marking, labelling and documentation. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994. Corrective action The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Additional information PSD number: 2501-0073 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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