Safety warning High risk 21 October 2024

Ecarke Angle Grinder sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Ecarke Angle Grinder sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
A black, blue and red angle grinder in carry case with separate parts including different size grinders and charging cable.
The problem
The product presents a high risk of electric shock because the transformer was of poor build quality because the primary and secondary wings were found to be touching.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Machinery – Angle Grinder
Brand Ecarke
Amazon Identifiers X001HJKCCH, SKU030920002, FBA15JBCGRS8U000010
Country of Origin China
Product Description A black, blue and red angle grinder in carry case with separate parts including different size grinders and charging cable.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock. The transformer was of poor build quality because the primary and secondary wings were found to be touching. This poses a hazard of fire, explosion and electric shock. Additionally, the plug face did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 because the distance from the outside edge to the live pin is too short.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD number: 2410-0062

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

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