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Fansteck Bubble Machine sold on Amazon safety warning over an electric shock risk
Product Safety Report for Fansteck Bubble Machine presenting a high risk of electric shock as it’s inadequately earthed and the terminal connections are loose, which could allow the product to become live.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
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1 identifier listed for this notice.
Fansteck Bubble Machine sold on Amazon
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- YG-1165
What to do now
Fansteck Bubble Machine sold on Amazon could give an electric shock. Live parts may be reachable, or the insulation or earthing may not be good enough.
- Unplug it now and put it away where nobody will plug it back in.
- Do not open it up or try to repair it yourself.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- Report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service if the seller does not respond.
Why it matters. Mains electricity in the UK is 230 volts, enough to cause serious injury or death. Cheap chargers, adaptors and appliances sold online are among the products most often found with this fault.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- burns where the current entered or left the body
- tingling, numbness or muscle pain
Get help urgently
- anyone who has had a mains shock and is confused, has chest pain, an irregular heartbeat or burns — call 999. Do not touch them until the power is off
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2206-0261). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Fansteck Bubble Machine presenting a high risk of electric shock as it’s inadequately earthed and the terminal connections are loose, which could allow the product to become live.
The risk
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as it’s inadequately earthed, the connections at the terminal can become loose. As the body of the product is metal the whole unit can become live presenting the risk of electric shock. The sample had not been accompanied by adequate instructions and safety information in a language easily understood by consumers and other end-users.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
The product has been destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Advice to consumers
The product has been destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2206-0261
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Black metal bubble machine, supplied with attached mains power cord. Supplied in brown cardboard box, with name, brand, model printed on as well as details of manufacturer and UK REP.
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Questions
Why has Fansteck Bubble Machine sold on Amazon been reported?
Fansteck Bubble Machine sold on Amazon could give an electric shock. Live parts may be reachable, or the insulation or earthing may not be good enough. Mains electricity in the UK is 230 volts, enough to cause serious injury or death. Cheap chargers, adaptors and appliances sold online are among the products most often found with this fault.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Unplug it now and put it away where nobody will plug it back in. Do not open it up or try to repair it yourself.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
Where was Fansteck Bubble Machine sold on Amazon sold?
The notice names Amazon. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
