Safety warning 25 October 2024

Battery for GTech Multi Handheld Vacuum

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Battery for GTech Multi Handheld Vacuum
Photo: official notice
Affected
Battery supplied with Multi handheld vacuum.
The problem
The product presents a risk of fire as the battery can overheat and ignite while charging.
What to do
Owners should not dispose of lithium-ion batteries in normal household waste. For further information on household waste, including on local sites accepting lithium-ion batteries for safe disposal, access the following Gov.uk webpage: https://www.gov.uk/dispose-household-waste
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Multi Handheld Vacuum
Brand GTech
Model ATF006
Additional identifier 4 digit code that ends in ‘15’ eg. XX15
Sales Period 01/09/2015-31/12/2015
Country of Origin China
Product Description Battery supplied with Multi handheld vacuum.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a risk of fire as the battery may overheat and ignite while it is charging.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

GTech have initiated a replacement programme and will supply a replacement battery free of charge. Affected batteries should be returned to GTech for correct and safe disposal.

Owners should not dispose of lithium-ion batteries in normal household waste. For further information on household waste, including on local sites accepting lithium-ion batteries for safe disposal, access the following Gov.uk webpage: https://www.gov.uk/dispose-household-waste

Additional information

PSD number: 2312-0069

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 25 October 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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