Safety warning Serious risk 7 April 2022

Charged Electric Mower

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Charged Electric Mower
Photo: official notice
Affected
Battery powered lawn strimmer with 2 x lithium batteries and charger. Comes with plastic and metal blades, a metal rotary wood blade and instructions.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the battery charge has excessive steps between the insulation and the pin face.
What to do
Import rejected at the border
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Machinery – Lawn mower
SKU RQC-JJ0002-2
Country of Origin China
Product description Battery powered lawn strimmer with 2 x lithium batteries and charger. Comes with plastic and metal blades, a metal rotary wood blade and instructions.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the battery charge has excessive steps between the insulation and the pin face. The pins may not be inserted correctly into a BS1363 socket, and repeated insertion into a socket may damage the internals. This may cause electrical arcing, the potential for a fire.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

Import rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2203-0132

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 7 April 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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