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Product Safety Report: Humidifier (Fog Machine) (2211-0073)

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Published23 November 2022

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Humidifier (Fog Machine) presenting a high risk of electric shock as the terminals on the power supply unit were not enclosed, and the test finger could touch live parts.

Product description

Summary Product: Humidifier (Fog Machine) Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the terminals on the power supply unit were not enclosed, and the test finger could touch live parts. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Humidifier Other product identifiers 12TWHQ00000000001V2 RVG3355-220729-0006-170 Country of Origin China Product Description Silver humidifier with a power supply unit Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the terminals on the power supply unit were not enclosed, and the test finger could touch live parts. The instructions supplied with the product were inadequate as they did not contain sufficient information to ensure the correct and safe use of the equipment and there were no installation details given. This could therefore present a risk of electric shock to the consumer due to from the inadvertent inadequate installation of the equipment. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action The import has been rejected at the border. Additional information PSD case number: 2211-0073 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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