Safety warning Serious risk 18 February 2022

Bubble machine ZQ-B318

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Bubble machine ZQ-B318
Photo: official notice
Affected
A black cased bubble machine with multiple bubble wands and remote control.
The problem
The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the earth wire in the supply cord had been left cut off. The product was not earthed and there was basic insulation in contact with accessible live parts.
What to do
Destruction of the product at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Bubble Machine
Model ZQ-B318
SKU B07ZYWMPVS
Other product identifiers RVG256-211203-0004-606 G256-ZQ-B318B-YK-UK-FBA-PVS ZQ-B318B-YK-UK-FBA-PVS
Country of Origin China
Counterfeit Unknown
Product description A black cased bubble machine with multiple bubble wands and remote control.
Product Report and Image Link to Image and PDF

Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the earth wire in the supply cord had been left cut off. The product was not earthed and there was basic insulation in contact with accessible live parts. The plug that was fitted on the supply cord did not comply with BS1363 and the fuse did not comply with BS 1362. The fuse was shorter than the minimum length stated in the standard and contained insufficient granular filler, which is required to ensure safe operation in fault conditions. The product was not accompanied by adequate instructions and does not comply fully with the marking requirements of the relevant standard.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

Destruction of the product at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2202-0068

Notifier: 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 18 February 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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