FOLO-UP Product Safety Report: 2401-0026 CAO MM 36V EBike Battery and Charger sold via eBay and Ubuy
36V 10AH battery in blue plastic wrap with name CAO MM and serial number PD20230419, supplied with li-ion charger.
Why this product was flagged
Recorded hazard
The product presents a high risk of fire as the creepage and clearance distances within the charger are insufficient, which could cause the components to overheat and ignite. The battery and the transformer on the charger were of a poor build quality, with wires soldered directly to the PCB, which could lead to overheating and a fire or explosion in the case of a short circuit. No fuse was present on the output to protect the battery pack from overcurrent conditions. The battery charging input and output cables also were not sufficiently protected against stress.
What the notice records
Corrective action
Owners are advised to stop using the battery immediately and dispose of it safely via their local household waste disposal site. Consumers should check first with their local centre if they accept this type of battery. For further information on household waste, access the following Gov.uk webpage:https://www.gov.uk/dispose-household-waste.
Identify the product
Product details
- Product
- CAO MM 36V EBike Battery and Charger sold via eBay and Ubuy
- Brand
- Not provided
- Models
- Not provided
- Product type
- Electrical appliances and equipment – Battery and charging cable
- Seller or shop
- eBay
- Country of origin
- China
- Measure
- Removal of the listing by the online marketplace
- Notified by
- Office for Product Safety and Standards / Local Authority Trading Standards
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