Safety warning Serious risk 30 September 2022

Ultrasonic Pest Repeller

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Affected
Wall plug in device to repel insects with an ultrasonic sound, packaged in blue cardboard packaging.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to the plug pins being too close to the periphery of the plug.
What to do
Destruction of the product at the border.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Ultrasonic Pest Repeller
Barcode X0011GH148
Amazon APP Ref 717640
Country of origin China
Product description Wall plug in device to repel insects with an ultrasonic sound, packaged in blue cardboard packaging.
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of electric shock. The pins are too close to the periphery of the plug, meaning that a consumer may touch the live pins when removing or inputting the plug into an electrical socket, receiving an electric shock. The product also requires improvements to markings and instructions.

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

Corrective action

Destruction of the product at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2209-0117

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 30 September 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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