AS Plug Converter
- Affected
- Universal plug converter (US/EU/UK) (10A/240V) supplied in plastic packaging.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to inadequate earth bonding.
- What to do
- The product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment |
|---|---|
| Brand | AS |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Universal plug converter (US/EU/UK) (10A/240V) supplied in plastic packaging. |
| Product Image and PDF | Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The converter contains inadequate earth bonding. If the earth fails and the case of the appliance is metal, the appliance will become live and present a risk of electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users.
The listing has also been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2012-0167
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 8 January 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.