Hoverboard sold at Currys recalled over fears the charger could cause a fire

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Hoverboard sold at Currys recalled over fire fears

A HOVERBOARD sold at Currys PC World is being recalled after it was discovered that a fault with the plug means it could spark a fire when it's being charged.

If a wire becomes loose, it sends the electric current to the ground instead of through the person touching the faulty plug. When it comes to appliances, rather than just food items, the onus is usually on you - the customer - to register the appliance with the manufacturer as if you don't there is no way of contacting you to tell you about a fault.

 

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