2023.07.05 Recall: Vevor - Welding Machine
07 July 2023
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Vevor Welding Machine MIG-200D3
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment - Welding machine
Brand
Vevor
Country of origin
China
Product description
Blue welding machine with black power supply cord and plug.
Model number
MIG-200D3
Batch
G3355-DHJMIG-2003IN1001V2
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of burns, fire and explosion as the earthing arrangements were insufficient to protect the user. The fuse had been modified with wire soldered to the outside of the casing, bypassing the fuse's protective function and removing over-current protection. Under fault conditions, the plug could overheat, ignite and explode, causing a fire and burns to the user and persons nearby. The PCB tracks had also been modified using solder to increase the current carrying capacity.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users. Further information about the recall can be found on the Vevor website.
The import has been rejected at the border.
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