Product Recall: LiveMoor 28L Wax Melter (2308-0054)
Product Recall for LiveMoor 28L Wax Melter presenting a high risk of fire.
Summary
Product: LiveMoor 28L Wax Melter
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as the earthing arrangements are insufficient.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Wax Melter |
|---|---|
| Model Number | VIC-WBU28 |
| Sales Period | June 2023 to August 2023 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Stainless steel wax melter / hot water urn with 28L capacity. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire as the earthing arrangements were insufficient, which could allow accessible metal parts to become live under fault conditions and internal components to overheat.
Sharp edges and burrs were also present around the handles, which presents a risk of cuts and injuries to the user. The product also required improvements to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users by LiveMoor. For further information, access the LiveMoor website at the following link: https://www.livemoor.co.uk/products/stainless-steel-wax-melter-28l.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2308-0054
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards