30000W Electricity Saving Box 90-250V Power Saver Regulator Energy Saver UK Plug
- Affected
- White 2-pin energy saving plug in device
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of electric shock and fire as it does not bear a plug compliant with BS1363.
- What to do
- We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Plug-in energy-saving device |
|---|---|
| eBay item number | 403367216348 |
| Model | PS2008D |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | White 2-pin energy saving plug in device |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock and fire due to multiple test failures which included the following. The product does not bear a plug compliant with BS1363. The product has weak plug pins that are liable to break off in the socket-outlet. The product is fitted with a large, unmarked capacitor which is fitted across the mains. Such capacitors are required to be approved and be of the X2 type, yet the capacitors fitted across the mains were not of the approved type which means there is a higher risk of these devices becoming short circuit. The product lacks a fuse or other protection which means that it relies on the building circuit breaker for protection. The product also relied on an intentionally weak part of the circuit board for protection of the large capacitor.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The listings have been removed by the online marketplaces (eBay, AliExpress and Wish). The authority are requiring the recall of the product from end users.
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case numbers: 2204-0024
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 28 April 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.