Product Safety Report: Veme Hair Removal Device and Adapter V401 (2310-0200)

Product details

Published12 April 2024

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Veme Hair Removal Device and Adapter V401 presenting a high risk of electric shock.

Product description

Summary Product: Veme Hair Removal Device and Adapter V401 Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the plug dimensions do not meet the requirements of the relevant standard. The user could therefore touch live pins when inserting plug into socket and may receive an electric shock. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Hair removal device Device model number V401 Adapter model number BSG048A-1204000UK Country of Origin China Product description White and pink plastic hair removal device with white power adapter and three-pin plug. Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the distance between the live pins and the edge of the plug is too short. A user could access the live pin when plugging in, or unplugging, the plug from the socket, and receive an electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994. Corrective action The import has been rejected at the border. Additional information PSD case number: 2310-0200 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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