Product Recall: Vevor Demolition Hammer (2210-0075)
Product Recall for Vevor Demolition Hammer presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Vevor Demolition Hammer Z1G-65
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to inadequate earthing and access to live parts under fault conditions.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users. The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Machinery - Demolition Hammer |
|---|---|
| Brand | Vevor |
| Model | Z1G-65 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Demolition electric jack hammer with interchangeable wrenches and keys. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the earthing on the appliance is inadequate due to the protective earth input wire being easily detachable. The product also failed the earth bond test. The user could touch a live metal part of the product and receive an electric shock under fault conditions. The product also required improvements to labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users. For further information, access the Vevor recall webpage at: https://uk.vevor.com/pages/Product-Recall-Statement
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed
Additional information
PSD case number: 2210-0075
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards