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Product Safety Report: LED Lamp (CHX-FL-A-50W) sold via Amazon (2305-0124)

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Published16 August 2023

The hazard

Product Safety Report for LED Lamp (CHX-FL-A-50W) presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Product description

Summary Product: LED Lamp (CHX-FL-A-50W) sold via Amazon Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the earthing arrangements are insufficient. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – LED Lamp Model CHX-FL-A-50W Batch Number 2023-3-28 SKU UK-365-50W Country of Origin China Product Description A small rectangular LED panel light with black 3-pin plug. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the product is not adequately earthed. If the cord deteriorates over time, this could lead to either the product becoming live, or the inadequate fusing causing the product to catch fire. The gland on the floodlight did not successfully clamp the cord. Any pulling or twisting of the cord caused a movement that placed a strain on the terminals. The instructions were considered to be inadequate as they did not contain sufficient information to ensure the correct and safe use of the equipment. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present. 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: 2305-0124 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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