Product Safety Report: Pulito Cordless Leaf Blower sold via Amazon (2508-0033)
Product Safety Report for Pulito Cordless Leaf Blower presenting a high risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Pulito Cordless Leaf Blower
Hazard: The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the internal connections are poor, with wires soldered directly to the battery connection terminals.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment 鈥� Garden Vacuums/Blowers |
|---|---|
| Brand | Pulito |
| Amazon identifiers | X0028EMO3Z, FBA15K8QLKY5U000023 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A yellow cordless leaf blower with wall plug for charging. |
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Hazard
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the internal connections are poor, with wires soldered directly to the battery connection terminals with no reinforcement. In a high vibration environment, a connection could loosen and potentially short-circuit. This could lead to the user receiving an electric shock. Improvements are also required to the product instructions and labelling.
The product does not meet the requirement of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2508-0033
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards