KKTect Hot Air Gun sold via Amazon
- Affected
- A green, black and grey plastic hot air gun with a black power supply cord and plug.
- The problem
- The product presents a high risk of fire and electric shock as the earth connection was not connected to exposed metal parts on the front metal nozzle and there was no fuse was present to protect the product from over-current fault conditions.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Hot air gun |
|---|---|
| Model | HB-A |
| Barcode | X001QQFHAN |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A green, black and grey plastic hot air gun with a black power supply cord and plug. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire and electric shock as the earth connection was not connected to exposed metal parts on the front metal nozzle and there was no fuse was present to protect the product from over-current fault conditions. Additionally, the plug and fuse are considered to be counterfeit as there was no approval markings or licence number and the fuse did not contain a ballast.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2308-0074
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 16 August 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.