Safety warning Serious risk 17 May 2022

Hong Dong 4 Slots Battery Charger for 3.7V Li-ion 18650 Rechargeable Battery with UK Plug

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Affected
Black 4-way battery charger with United Kingdom mains 3 pin plug
The problem
The product presents a risk of electric shock and fire due to unsafe construction.
What to do
We recommend users stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Battery charger
Brand Hong Dong
Model HD-077B
Barcode 203726504383
Country of Origin China
Product description Black 4-way battery charger with United Kingdom mains 3 pin plug
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock and a risk of fire as when tested the construction of the product was found to be unsafe as creepage and clearance distances are insufficient and AC supply wires can touch the accessible battery terminals in a single fault condition.

The product also failed a 3kV dielectric strength test. The product’s plug does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard (BS1363), the plug’s earth pin is sleeved, and no fuse is fitted (BS1362). The cross-section area of the supply cord is insufficient. Additionally, the product was not compliant with the marking requirements of the relevant standard and no instructions are provided.

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

Corrective action

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

We recommend users stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2205-0179

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 17 May 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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