Brilliant Aussies Recalls Model 220 Leaf Blower Charger Due to Electric Shock and Fire Risk

What Happened

Brilliant Aussies has issued a recall for the AC/DC power supply and charger used with its ultra-light cordless leaf blowers. The charger fails to meet Australian electrical safety requirements because the plug pins are uninsulated and the device lacks the mandatory Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall is limited to the following product:

• Product: AC/DC power supply and charger for battery-powered ultra-light cordless leaf blower
• Model Number: 220

Please note that the ultra-light cordless leaf blower unit itself is not affected; the recall applies only to the AC/DC charger.

What You Should Do

Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the recalled charger and unplug it from any power outlet. To receive a free replacement compliant AC/DC charger, owners should contact Brilliant Aussies to register. The company will also provide specific instructions on how to safely dispose of the faulty charger.

Contact Information:

• Phone: 0456 366 027
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: Brilliant Aussies Contact Us

Why This Matters

The uninsulated plug pins present a severe risk of electric shock, which could lead to serious injury or death. Additionally, the defect poses a fire hazard that could result in property damage. The manufacturer has confirmed that incidents related to this product have already occurred.

Source

ACCC Product Safety Australia