Safety warning Serious risk 29 June 2023

Portable Charger For Karcher Wv50 Battery Charger-uk Plug sold via Fruugo

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Portable Charger For Karcher Wv50 Battery Charger-uk Plug sold via Fruugo
Photo: official notice
Affected
Black replacement charger with a rectangular shaped plug face.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as there is inadequate protection against access to live parts.
What to do
We recommend owners 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 – Portable Charger
Model Number BJZ-05506
Country of Origin Unknown
Product description Black replacement charger with a rectangular shaped plug face.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to inadequate clearance of required withstanding voltage and creepage distances. Under testing the product failed drop and impact tests. No instructions were provided with the product to ensure safe use. The CE marking measured only 2.85mm, below the minimum requirement of 5mm. Some of the required addresses, names and markings were not present.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

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

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

Additional information

PSD case number: 2208-0224

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and 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 29 June 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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