Power Adapter, 180500
- Affected
- A black, rectangular, 3-pin AC power adapter.
- The problem
- There were no barriers to prevent a detached wire from reducing creepage distances and clearances to levels below the minimum requirement, posing a risk of electric shock to the user.
- What to do
- The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – 18v power adapter |
|---|---|
| Model | 180500 |
| SKU | M010000000004506658 |
| Other identifiers | UKT002007, SS500045000454296193 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A black, rectangular, 3-pin AC power adapter. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
There were no barriers to prevent a detached wire from reducing creepage distances and clearances to levels below the minimum requirement, posing a risk of electric shock to the user. There were also no instructions provided with the product and some of the required documentation and marking were not present.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2401-0080
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 19 April 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.