Product Safety Report: Tattoo Gun (2209-0116)

Product details

Published23 September 2022

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Tattoo Gun presenting a serious risk of fire as the item includes a clover leaf plug which provides access to live parts.

Product description

Summary Product: Tattoo Gun Hazard: The product presents a serious fire hazard as the item features a cloverleaf plug, which does not comply with BS 1363. These small plugs can damage sockets, leading to internal sparking and possibly a fire. Corrective action: Import rejected at the border. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Tattoo gun Barcode g5790-hg00031lhuk Product description Tattoo kit including inks, needles, gloves and applicator gun Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious fire hazard as the item features a cloverleaf plug, which does not meet the requirements of the relevant standard. These small plugs can damage sockets, leading to internal sparking and possibly a fire. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action Import rejected at the border. Additional information PSD case number: 2209-0116 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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