Product Safety Report: Battery Charger for Lithium-Ion Batteries for Power Tools (DC18RD) sold via AliExpress (2409-0031)
Product Safety Report for Battery Charger for Lithium-Ion Batteries presenting a high risk of electric shock, fire and explosion.
Summary
Product: Battery Charger for Lithium-Ion Batteries for Power Tools (DC18RD) sold via AliExpress
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock, fire and explosion.
Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Battery charger |
|---|---|
| Barcode | X001EZV3PT |
| Amazon Identifier | FBA15HF2RHCKU000001 |
| SKU | OGUK00049 |
| Model | DC18RD |
| Batch | 0810511, CH. P/N. 634162G3 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A battery charging pack with a wall plug for 14.4V and 18V Li-Ion Batteries. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of electric shock, fire and explosion because the transformer is of poor build quality and did not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).
Additional information
PSD number: 2409-0131
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards