Safety warning Serious risk 30 June 2023

Vevor Polishing Buffer Bench Lathe

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Vevor Polishing Buffer Bench Lathe
Photo: official notice
Affected
Polishing buffer bench, functioning as a table saw, polisher or lathe
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of cuts as the blade is accessible by hand from the side without the guards activating.
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 Machinery – Bench Lathe
Brand Vevor
Other Identifiers AP-1 DGNMGTJDKDM000001V2-GB
Country of Origin China
Product description Polishing buffer bench, functioning as a table saw, polisher or lathe
Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of cuts as the blade is accessible by hand from the side without the guards activating. The blade cover falls directly onto the blade and in operation is likely to break or shatter, and the opposite spindle is always exposed. There was insufficient securing of wires internally to the product.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2210-0091

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 June 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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