Product Safety Report: Gin E-Bike and Charger (2407-0160)

Product Safety Report for Gin E-Bike presenting a high risk of fire.

Product: Gin E-Bike Model MS602

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as the transformer and the charger does not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance.

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

Product information

Type Machinery - E-Bike
Brand Gin
E-Bike Model MS602
Charger Model HZ-48
Serial Number 595122403010179
Country of Origin China
Product Description Black Gin E-Bike with charger input 5A Max Battery ratings: 48V 13Ah Li-ion Class III.
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Hazard

The product presents a high risk of fire and explosion as the transformer is of a poor build quality and does not meet the requirements for creepage and clearance. Additionally, the fuse in the plug does not contain a ballast and is considered counterfeit.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2407-0160

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 1 August 2024