Safety warning Serious risk 28 October 2024

Electric Soldering Iron, 908S

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Electric Soldering Iron, 908S
Photo: official notice
Affected
An electric soldering iron with a digital multi meter and black power supply plug in a black and orange zip up bag.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the design of the plug allows access to live parts.
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 information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Electric Soldering Iron
Model 908S
Carton Identifiers UK11482BK-42PCS, UK11480BU-15PCS, M010000000005340084 and B0400000001200048971
Country of Origin China
Product Description An electric soldering iron with a digital multi meter and black power supply plug in a black and orange zip up bag.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it supplied with a noncompliant plug. The plug does not meet the requirements of the relevant standard, BS 1363, and allows the user to access live pins when plugging the plug into the socket. Additionally, the fuse did not contain any granular filler, meaning it may not operate when required under fault conditions, presenting a risk of fire.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

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

Additional information

PSD number: 2410-0114

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

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