Safety warning Serious risk 21 February 2024

Day Plus Electric Pruning Shears sold via eBay

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Day Plus Electric Pruning Shears sold via eBay
Photo: official notice
Affected
Set of electronic shears with charging device and battery unit.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk as it is poorly constructed with insufficient creepage and clearances.
What to do
The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product: Day Plus Electric Pruning Shears sold via eBay

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk as it is poorly constructed with insufficient creepage and clearances.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Product information

Type Machinery – Electric Pruning Shears
Brand DayPlus
Other identifiers SKU GL-WZ-XJ2-A, 947130-GL-WZ-XJZ2-A, Pack ID: 94713023090440207, IC No: IC947130230944039(50), Ref No W65EXY41693816610768.
Country of Origin China
Product Description Set of electronic shears with charging device and battery unit.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk as it is poorly constructed with insufficient creepage and clearances. Over time, the poor quality connections could break down, causing the product to arc and ignite. The product also failed the electrical strength test, and the plug did not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard, exposing users to live pins and an electric shock hazard. Improvements are required to marking, labelling and documentation.

The product does 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.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Additional information

PSD case number: 2401-0102

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 21 February 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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