Product Safety Report: Mr Heat Fan Heater sold via Amazon (2411-0124)
Product Safety Report for Mr Heat Fan Heater presenting a high risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Mr Heat Fan Heater sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as the plug pins do not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Fan Heater |
|---|---|
| Brand | Mr Heat |
| Model Number | KPT-150 0596YL |
| Barcode | 5060117378503 |
| Amazon Product Identifier | X00239BBLL |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Black electric fan heater with wall plug. |
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Hazard
The product presents a risk of fire as the plug pins did not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363, as the height of the live and neutral pin sleeves exceeded the maximum. This could damage or weaken the contacts in the socket. When a different plug is inserted to that socket it may not make satisfactory contact and cause arcing or sparking, leading to a risk of fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2411-0124
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards