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Product Safety Report: Lusta LED Reptile Heat Lamp sold via Amazon (2305-0096)

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Published29 December 2023

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Lusta LED Reptile Heat Lamp sold via Amazon presenting a serious risk of fire and electric shock.

Product description

Summary Product: Lusta LED Reptile Heat Lamp sold via Amazon Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the fuse holder in the plug was damaged and the fuse had been fitted incorrectly. Corrective action: Removal of the listing from the online marketplace (Amazon). We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Heat lamp Amazon ASIN B08V8TK4H6 Other product identifiers X001EKWCGN Country of Origin China Product description Black heat lamp Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the fuse holder in the plug was damaged and the fuse had been fitted incorrectly. The fuse was only touching the damaged terminal meaning there is not a reliable connection and could cause arcing and/or a different higher breaking current to that stated on the fuse. The product was also not supplied with instructions to give information and required safety warnings for the precautions to be taken and safe use of the product. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action Removal of the listing by the online marketplace (Amazon). We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress. Additional information PSD case number: 2305-0096 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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