United KingdomJobe Seascooter and Jobe Flux propeller-powered water scooters (see affected serial numbers in Annex A and B of the notice) are recalled because a sealing defect can allow water ingress that may short internal components and energise the housing or metal parts, risking electric shock. Owners should stop using them immediately and remove the batteries. Visit the Seascooter and Flux safety notice to arrange a free replacement.
What's being recalled
Product Recall for Jobe Seascooter and Jobe Flux presenting a risk of electric shock.
Type: Hobby/sports equipment – Scooters (Powered)
Brand: Jobe
Models: Seascooter and Flux
Affected serial numbers: Please see Annex A and B on the attached PDF
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Seascooter and Flux are propeller-powered scooters for use in water. The user holds the product and is pulled through the water.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2511-0099
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
The hazard
The products present a risk of electric shock as a sealing defect can lead to water ingress during use. If water reaches the internal components, it may cause a short circuit, energising the housing/metal parts and putting the user at risk of electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
What to do
The products have been recalled from end users.
Consumers who own the products should stop using them immediately and remove the batteries. Please visit: Seascooter and Flux safety notice to arrange a free replacement.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Office for Product Safety and Standards, collected from Office for Product Safety and Standards. Check the original before you act on it.
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