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Product Safety Report: Mini Chainsaw, 4L (2609-0234)
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⚠ What You Should Do
The import has been rejected at the border.
Recall Details
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock because the mains plug did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The live and neutral pins were less than 9.5mm from the periphery of the engagement surface. When inserting or removing the pin from the socket, the user may receive an electric shock. The product was also missing a valid declaration of conformity and the relevant information, warnings and instructions. The PPE, which was provided with the product, was also missing the relevant markings.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective Action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Why This Product Is Dangerous
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock because the mains plug did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The live and neutral pins were less than 9.5mm from the periphery of the engagement surface. When inserting or removing the pin from the socket, the user may receive an electric shock. The product was also missing a valid declaration of conformity and the relevant information, warnings and instructions. The PPE, which was provided with the product, was also missing the relevant markings.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.