Lapusen Chain Saw T2-CO3AE sold via eBay
- Affected
- Battery powered chainsaw with multiple accessories, charging lead and gloves.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of injuries, fire, explosion, electric shock and death due to multiple safety faults and lack of protections concerning the product’s construction.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Chain Saw |
|---|---|
| Model | T2-CO3AE |
| Barcode | OC0000010073002 |
| Electrical Ratings | Input: 100-240V 50Hz 1.0A, Output: 21V-98V 1000mA |
| eBay Item Number | 403750270750 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Battery powered chainsaw with multiple accessories, charging lead and gloves. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of injuries and death as there was no chain brake, which is required to prevent injury from potential kick back. The front guard and the rear hand guard did not meet the necessary dimensional requirements as set out in the relevant standard to protect against injury.
The product also possessed poor internal build quality connections with wires soldered directly to the PCB, and the insulation barrier had an insufficient creepage distance. The transformer was of a poor build quality as the primary and secondary windings were found to be touching, leading the lacquer to break down and present a hazard of fire, explosion and electric shock.
The plug face also did not meet the dimensional requirements, presenting a risk of electric shock. The product required multiple improvements to labelling, markings and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
Corrective action
The product has been destroyed at the border.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2211-0002
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 November 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.