Platform Listing: Hair clipper set
Platform Listing: Hair clipper set was recalled on 10 July 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00096/20. Burns, Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. The product is advertised with a substandard adaptor for permanent use with inadequate insulation.
| Alert Number | INFO/00096/20 |
| Brand | Kemei |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 10 July 2020 |
Risk Description
The product is advertised with a substandard adaptor for permanent use with inadequate insulation. As a result, the adaptor could overheat causing burns and or leading to fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard BS 1363.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Hair clipper and trimmer shaver, with a set of shaver heads. According to the listing, the product is supplied with a cleaning brush, a detachable plug, and an adapter. The product was sold online, in particular via eBay.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to Platform Listing: Hair clipper set.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.