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Product Safety Report: Keynor-UK Weatherproof Outdoor Switch & Socket LZUK2-3M (2211-0125)

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Published28 November 2022

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Keynor-UK weatherproof outdoor switch & socket presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire as the product is not suitable or sufficiently durable for outdoor usage.

Product description

Summary Product: Weatherproof Outdoor Switch & Socket LZUK2-3M Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock and fire due to lack of durability for outdoor usage, leading to the potential for the power cord to wear and live parts to become accessible, touch and overheat. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Outdoor Switch and Socket Brand Keynor-UK Model Number LZUK2-3M SKU PF-QTZ6-3F7I Barcode X001FCJ3Y9 Other product identifier FBA15G89RPG7U000023 Country of Origin China Product description A weatherproof outdoor switch and socket device with plastic cover. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The product has been identified as presenting a high risk of electric shock and fire as the product is advertised as weatherproof, but the product’s cord is not suitable for outdoor usage. This can lead the cord to deteriorate over time, exposing live parts which could give an electric shock to a consumer. Additionally, if the cord degrades, there is a potential for live wires to touch, overheat and ignite, causing a fire. The product also requires improvements to marking, labelling and instructions. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. Additional information PSD case number: 2211-0125 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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