Safety warning High risk 12 November 2024

Docsmart Mini Electric Chainsaw sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Docsmart Mini Electric Chainsaw sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
The product is a blue and black handheld electric chainsaw.
The problem
The product presents a high risk of electric shock because the pins are too close to the periphery of the plug.
What to do
The import has been rejected at border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Machinery – Mini Electric Chainsaw
Brand Docsmart
Model (Chainsaw) CS08
Model (Charger) HGF210100
Barcode X001XD49RV
Amazon product identifier FBA15J9PNPJFU000044
Country of Origin China
Product Description The product is a blue and black handheld electric chainsaw.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock because the pins are too close to the periphery of the plug. The user may touch live pins when plugging in, or unplugging, the plug from the socket, and receive an electric shock. The transformer was also of a poor build quality as it did not meet the requirements of creepage and clearance.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994 or the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD number: 2410-0181

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 12 November 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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