Adapter supplied with V-Benz, Diva Beauty, V-6093 Hair Clippers
- Affected
- A black adaptor supplied with hair clippers with a UK 3 pin plug and cord.
- The problem
- The product poses a serious risk of electric shock and electrocution as when tested the dimensions of the pins on the plug supplied were incorrect.
- What to do
- Destruction of the product
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Adapter for hair clippers |
|---|---|
| Carton Number | BEA016 5060680952636 |
| Counterfeit | Unknown |
| Country of Origin | Hong Kong |
| Product description | A black adaptor supplied with hair clippers with a UK 3 pin plug and cord. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the dimensions of the pins on the plug supplied were incorrect. The plug was unable to fit into a plug test gauge properly due to the plug pins being misaligned. The pins on this adapter’s plug were not compatible with socket outlets conforming to BS1363. There was no facility for a fuse in the plug. The plug was missing required markings such as approval and the approval body.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
Destruction of the product
Additional information
PSD case number: 2111-0096
Notified by: Local Authority Trading 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 19 November 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.