Product Safety Report: Germix Disinfection Cabinet DF-2001 (2303-0006)
Product Safety Report for Germix Disinfection Cabinet presenting a high risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Germix Disinfection Cabinet (Model: DF-2001)
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as the fuse was not supplied with any granular filler.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Disinfection cabinet |
|---|---|
| Brand | Germix |
| Model | DF-2001 |
| SKU | M010000000001838916 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Electric cabinet for disinfecting/drying kitchen utensils. |
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Hazard
The fuse provided in the product plug was not supplied with any granular filler. The filler is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions. Therefore, if a fault were to occur, the product could overheat and cause a fire. The fuse was also shorter and thinner than required, and had end caps which were not secured.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2303-0006
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards