Product recall: Apple users issued fresh warning as wireless charger poses fire risk
Tech users have been issued a warning
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Britons have been issued a fresh warning as the Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank could be unsafe to use. The item is not produced by Apple, but is compatible with Apple products.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) told affected users that the product presents a fire risk.
Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank
Type: Electrical Appliances and Equipment - Wireless Charger
Brand: Belkin
Model: BPD005
Barcode: 745883846832
Country of Origin: China
Product Description: A black rectangular wireless charger with white circular pad for Apple watch charging
'The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005'
Belkin
The OPSS stated: "It has been identified that in some circumstances, a manufacturing defect can cause the portable wireless battery charger’s lithium cell component to overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers.
"The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. The product has been recalled from end users.
"Affected consumers are advised to disconnect the product from any power supply or other products and contact Belkin for further instructions.
"To submit a request for a refund, please access https://www.belkin.com/support-article/?articleNum=336820 and fill in your details on the recall form.
"Further information can be found on the Belkin recall notice here: https://www.belkin.com/support-article/?articleNum=336820.
"Owners should not dispose of lithium-ion batteries in normal household waste.
"For further information on household waste, including on local sites accepting lithium-ion batteries for safe disposal, access the following GOV.UK webpage: https://www.gov.uk/dispose-household-waste.
Additional information
PSD number: 2410-0061
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
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