United KingdomMulti Socket Extension Lead (socket extension with cabling in a reel) sold under identifiers SKU WAGJ227_1, G14708‑MS508167264, RVG14708‑290909‑0001‑5, originating from China. It was recalled because it presents a high risk of fire: creepage and clearance distances are insufficient, live and neutral pins are too short and close to the plug periphery, which could cause a poor connection, overheating or explosion, and it fails to meet UK electrical safety regulations. The consignment was rejected at the UK border and destroyed.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for Multi Socket Extension Lead presenting a high risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment - Sockets/Receptacles/Outlets
Other Product Identifiers: SKU WAGJ227_1, G14708-MS508167264, RVG14708-290909-0001-5
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Socket extension with cabling in a reel.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2511-0272
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the creepage and clearance distances are insufficient. The live and neutral pins are also too short and close to the periphery of the plug. This could lead to the plug failing to make a secure connection with the socket, 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 and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
The official notice
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