Safety warning High risk 9 September 2024

Angle Grinder, S1M-MS-100B

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Angle Grinder, S1M-MS-100B
Photo: official notice
Affected
An electric angle grinder with multiple accessories and wall plug for charging.
The problem
The product presents a high risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Machinery – Angle Grinder
Model S1M-MS-100B
Product Identifiers PO296561, SP05672/ZZ325471 39/114
SKU C2B1201862
Barcode 644812006678
Country of Origin China
Product Description An electric angle grinder with multiple accessories and wall plug for charging.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of fire as the plug provided with the product did not have an adequate fuse. Under fault conditions, the product would not have a fuse to protect it from overheating and igniting, causing a fire.

The products do not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD number: 2409-0029

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 9 September 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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