Product Safety Report: Power Charger AL1115 CV (2401-0154)

Product Safety Report for Power Charger presenting a high risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: Power Charger AL1115 CV

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock as there is inadequate protection against accidental contact between the primary and secondary windings.

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

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Battery charger
Model AL1115 CV
Barcode X001633XVL
Country of Origin China
Product description Battery charger with black plastic base unit with white lettering, cable and 3 pin UK plug.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as there is inadequate protection against accidental contact of the primary and secondary windings due to the poor build quality of the transformer. The product also requires improvements to markings and documentation.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2401-0154

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 28 August 2024