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Product Safety Report: YOFULY Vacuum Therapy Machine (2212-0001)

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Published3 January 2023

The hazard

Product Safety Report for YOFULY Vacuum Therapy Machine presenting a high risk of fire and burns.

Product description

Summary Product: YOFULY Vacuum Therapy Machine FX024D Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire and burns due to inadequate insulation and noncompliance relating to the product’s plug and fuse. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and the affected product removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Product information Type Electrical Appliances and Equipment - Vacuum Therapy Machine Model BL-600 ASIN B07Y8B1S6Q (the upgraded model currently for sale with this ASIN number is not affected by this Product Safety Report) SKU X0014KYRJD Additional identifier FBA15G6PSSZ7U000011 Country of Origin China Product Description Vacuum therapy suction machine supplied in cardboard packaging with an image of a woman on the face of the product. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The product presents a high risk of fire and burns as when tested the plug does not comply with the relevant standard (BS1363) as it fitted with an unsafe fuse which has no granular filler in the fuse itself. If a fault were to occur, the plug could explode from the wall causing a fire, causing burns to the consumer from touching the product or debris. Additionally, the fuse does not comply with the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard. The internal wiring is insulated in basic insulation, and they were in contact with accessible conductive parts. 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. The affected product listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Additional information PSD case number: 2212-0001 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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