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The Works Halloween Projector Torch HAL24 recalled over a burns risk
Product Recall for The Works Halloween Projector Torch presenting a risk of burns.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
The Works Halloween Projector Torch HAL24
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 5052089358256
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- 173578
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- HAL24
What to do now
The Works Halloween Projector Torch HAL24 could cause burns or scalds.
- Stop using it and let it cool fully before you handle it.
- Put it where children cannot get to it.
- Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- for a burn: cool it under cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes and cover it loosely with cling film
Get help urgently
- large or deep burns, burns on the face, hands or genitals, or any burn on a child — go to A&E or call 999
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.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.
Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2410-0011). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for The Works Halloween Projector Torch presenting a risk of burns.
The risk
The product presents a risk of burns as it can overheat, causing the bottom of the product to melt.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
Customers are advised to stop using the product and return the product to their local The Works Store for a refund.
The product has been recalled from end users. For more information, please access the following link and scroll to ‘Product Recalls’: https://www.theworks.co.uk/
Additional information
PSD number: 2410-0011
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Orange and black Halloween themed projector torch.
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Questions
Why has The Works Halloween Projector Torch HAL24 been recalled?
The Works Halloween Projector Torch HAL24 could cause burns or scalds. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode, batch code and 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?
Stop using it and let it cool fully before you handle it. Put it where children cannot get to it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.
