Product Safety Report: Wall Socket MS589 (2506-0129)
Product Safety Report for Wall Socket MS589 presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Wall Socket MS589
Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire as the breakdown isolation between the input and output circuits does not meet the insulation requirements for this type of product.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment 鈥� Sockets/Receptacles/Outlets |
|---|---|
| Model | MS589 |
| Product identifiers | M01000000003342748, B040000001278193494. |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A wall socket for two British standard plugs and two USB-A. |
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Hazard
The product presents a risk of fire as the breakdown isolation between the input and output circuits does not meet the insulation requirements for this type of product. Additionally, there is insufficient creepage and clearance distances between circuits, and there is no overcurrent protection device fitted to the USB input circuit. Improvements are also required to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2506-0129
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards