Product Safety Report: Exqline Guitar Pedal Power Supply sold via Amazon (2305-0125)
Product Safety Report for Exqline Guitar Pedal Power Supply sold via Amazon presenting a high risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Exqline Guitar Pedal Power Supply sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as the pins on the device do not comply with BS1361-1.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Guitar Pedal Power Supply |
|---|---|
| Amazon ASIN | X000R7XAAB |
| Other product identifiers | FBA15GQD8WL5U000003, SKU: EXQ-UK002 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Power supply for a guitar pedal board |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire as the pins on the device do not comply with BS1361-1. The lengths of the live, neutral and earth pins are too short and wide. If the pins wear down the socket could overheat, and the plug could ignite. The instructions are inadequate as they do not contain sufficient information to ensure the correct and safe use of the equipment.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2305-0125
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards