Product Recall: AS Plug Converter (2012-0167)
Product recall for AS UK/US/EU Plug Converter presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: AS UK/US/EU Plug Converter.
Hazard: 皇冠体育app product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to inadequate earth bonding.
Corrective action: 皇冠体育app product has been recalled from end users.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment |
|---|---|
| Brand | AS |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Universal plug converter (US/EU/UK) (10A/240V) supplied in plastic packaging. |
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Hazard
皇冠体育app converter contains inadequate earth bonding. If the earth fails and the case of the appliance is metal, the appliance will become live and present a risk of electric shock.
皇冠体育app product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
皇冠体育app product has been recalled from end users.
皇冠体育app listing has also been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2012-0167
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards