Handwise Cordless Blower, 8191 sold via Amazon
- Affected
- A black and turquoise cordless blower powered by a 20v lithium-ion battery. Includes a battery charger.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of fire as the transformer may overheat and ignite.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Cordless Blower |
|---|---|
| Brand | Handwise |
| Model | 8191 |
| Barcode | X00201H1I9 |
| SKU | QGH-CYJ-UK |
| Amazon Identifier | FBA15J37L1NCU000080 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | A black and turquoise cordless blower powered by a 20v lithium-ion battery. Includes a battery charger. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire as the transformer was of a poor build quality and the charger featured poor quality soldering with wires soldered directly to the printed circuit board (PCB). The primary and secondary windings on the transformer were found to be touching, which may result in a large current flowing between the coils that damages the transformer. This may cause the transformer to overheat and ignite. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2408-0111
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 August 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.