Safety warning Serious risk 12 February 2024

WaxRhyed Soldering Iron Kit sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of WaxRhyed Soldering Iron Kit sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
Kit for soldering, including a soldering iron, instructions and accessories.
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is insufficiently earthed.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product: WaxRhyed Soldering Iron Kit sold via Amazon

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is insufficiently earthed.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Soldering Iron Kit
Brand WaxRhyed
Model 9160
Barcodes X0016SQSPJ, FBA15HBJK3VYU000006
SKU WBJ-001-UK
Country of Origin China
Product Description Kit for soldering, including a soldering iron, instructions and accessories.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed, with no granular filler in the product’s fuse. Under fault conditions, the protective earthing mechanisms may not activate and the product may overheat and ignite. Additionally, the design of the product allows access to live metal parts, which would give the user an electric shock.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2312-0119

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

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