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SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH safety warning over an electric shock risk
Product Safety Report for SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH Ni-CD Battery UK Plug presenting a serious risk of electric shock as the electrical contacts of the C8 connector are accessible.
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SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH Ni-CD Battery UK Plug sold on eBay
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 304037427130
What to do now
An electrical fault in the design or build of SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH means it could shock the person using it.
- Switch it off at the wall and unplug it. Do not use it again, even briefly.
- Do not attempt a home repair or a different plug.
- The marketplace has removed the listing. Contact the seller through your order history to ask for a refund.
- If you cannot reach the seller, Trading Standards can be told through Citizens Advice.
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
Sellers on online marketplaces do not always run recalls themselves, so you may need to ask for your money back. The platform’s help pages explain its buyer protection scheme.
Citizens Advice (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) and Consumerline (0300 123 6262) give free advice if you get stuck.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2205-0226). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH Ni-CD Battery UK Plug presenting a serious risk of electric shock as the electrical contacts of the C8 connector are accessible.
The risk
The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as when tested the electrical contacts of the C8 connector are accessible (see detailed image above). The user may come into contact with the C8 connector and receive an electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). We recommend users stop using the product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Advice to consumers
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
We recommend users stop using the product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case numbers: 2205-0226
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Silver 4 slot battery charger with supply cord and 3 pin plug. Slots are covered by a blue frosted cover
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Questions
Why has SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH been reported?
An electrical fault in the design or build of SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH means it could shock the person using it. 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 barcode 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?
Switch it off at the wall and unplug it. Do not use it again, even briefly. Do not attempt a home repair or a different plug.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Sellers on online marketplaces do not always run recalls themselves, so you may need to ask for your money back. The platform’s help pages explain its buyer protection scheme. Citizens Advice (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) and Consumerline (0300 123 6262) give free advice if you get stuck.
Where was SHENTEC 4-Slot Intelligent Battery Charger For AA AAA C D 9V Ni-MH sold?
The notice names eBay. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
