It’s time again to bring you the latest recalls for the season. Products are usually recalled due to safety concerns, some minor, others more severe so it’s always good to know what’s happening when it comes to recalls.
Here’s our latest list of the important electrical recalls. If you are interested in seeing more recalls you can visit: https://www.recalls.gov.au/
1. IKEA – Gothic Lamp
IKEA has recalled this lamp due to potential risk of electric shock. There are damaged cables within some of the products that, when in contact with the metal lamp, may become electrical live and pose a serious safety hazard. If you have one of these lamps please stop using it immediately and return it to IKEA for a full refund as soon as possible.
2. ALDI – Kuchef Digital Glass Kettle
3. Masters Home Improvement – Search Light Fittings
Masters has recalled three models of search light fittings due to potential risk of electrical shock. These fittings do not comply with AS/NZS 60598.1:2013 standards and were available for sale between September 2011 to February 2016. These include:
· Searchlight – Sel Bolsena Single Spotlight [90003845]
· Searchlight – SEL Bolsena 3Lt Bar Spotlight [900038406]
· Searchlight – SEL Bolsena 4Lt Sqr Plt Spotlight [900038407]
If you have these light fittings installed, you need to contact Masters’ customer service on 1300 337 707, where arrangement will be made for an inspection by an electrician. Do not attempt to uninstall the light fittings yourself.
4. Kmart – 20cm Chrome Round Green Fan
5. Target – Essentials Fan Heater
6. Glen Dimplex Australian Pty Ltd – Portable Air Conditioner
7. J&M Communication P/L – Jama Universal Travel Adaptor
This adaptor has a potential risk of fire and/or electrical shock when used as it is not approved for use in Australia and may not comply with Australian Electrical standards. If you’ve purchased one of these you should return the product to the place of purchase or email info@jmcomm.com.au for a direct refund.
If you’re concerned about a faulty electrical appliance or know something’s not right, don’t risk it – stop using it and replace it as soon as possible.
