Safety warning Serious risk 12 November 2024

USB Magnetic Display Charger

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of USB Magnetic Display Charger
Photo: official notice
Affected
A black cube shaped charging device with multiple USB ports and a magnetic charging circle to the top.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Magnetic Display Charger
Model WLX-X9M
Carton Identifier 329A
Country of Origin China
Product Description A black cube shaped charging device with multiple USB ports and a magnetic charging circle to the top.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug supplied is not fitted with a fuse link, as required by the relevant standard BS 1362. The fuse is required to protect users under fault conditions and without one present, a surge in current or fault with the plug could lead to the plug catching fire.

The plug also did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363 as the pins are too close to the periphery and there was also no rated current shown on the item. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD number: 2411-0030

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 12 November 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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