United KingdomThe X9 Space Heater (model X9 on packaging, product identifier YM 45-3) is a portable space heater with an attached wall plug. It was reported to present a serious fire risk because the plug contains a counterfeit fuse with insufficient granular filler and does not meet UK Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994. The import has been rejected at the border.
What's being recalled
Product Safety Report for X9 Space Heater presenting a serious risk of fire.
Type: Electrical appliances and equipment – Air Heaters – Portable
Model (packaging only): X9
Product Identifiers: YM 45-3
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: Space heater with attached wall plug.
How to identify it
PSD notification number: 2601-0116
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
The hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug fuse has insufficient granular filler and is considered counterfeit. 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.
The official notice
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