Product Safety Report: Steam Sauna (Model TW-SG18) (2202-0218)

Product Safety Report for Steam Sauna presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: Steam Sauna Model TW-SG18

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to inadequate earthing and securing of internal wiring.

Corrective action: The product has been destroyed.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Electric Steam Sauna
SKU G1065-SGS-PS08-UK
Other product identifier RVG 1065-211108-0001-965 S25HAUK20157
Country of Origin Hong Kong
Product Description White plastic unit with controls and power supply.
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Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the appliance was inadequately earthed. The clamping means was not adequately secured against accidental loosening and the terminal had not been sufficiently tightened. The sample had not been accompanied by adequate instructions and safety information in a language easily understood by consumers and other end-users.

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

Corrective action

The product has been destroyed at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2202-0218

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 3 January 2023