United KingdomCounterfeit Silver Crest Food Blender (brand Silver Crest), model SC1589, described as a red and black mixer and sold via eBay/AliExpress (eBay item 316589402428), is affected. It was recalled because the lid can be removed while the unit is attached to the motor and under power exposing moving blades, it has a counterfeit underweight fuse that could cause plug overheating or exploding, and it does not meet UK electrical safety regulations.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Counterfeit Silver Crest Food Blender presenting a risk of injuries.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment – Juicers (Powered)
Brand: Silver Crest
Model: SC1589
eBay Listing Name: Smoothie Juicer Ice Crusher Commercial Blender Food Processor Mixer UK 4500W 2L
eBay Item Number: 316589402428
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Red and black mixer.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2604-0084
Notifying Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as it is possible to remove the lid while the product is attached to the motor unit and under power. This means consumers can access the blades while they are moving.
The product is also fitted with a counterfeit and underweight fuse. A correctly rated fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the plug under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. Improvements are also required to product documentation and marking.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The listings have been removed by the online marketplace (eBay and AliExpress)
The official notice
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