The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Caple Heat Pump Tumble Dryer
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment - Heat Pump Tumble Dryer
Brand
Caple
Affected models
TDi4001 and TDi4000
Country of origin
Turkey
Product description
Caple-branded built-in heat pump tumble dryer. Owners can check whether they have an affected product by checking their model number and serial number and following the instructions in the manufacturers' websites.
Hazard
The products present a risk of fire as it is possible for an internal short circuit to occur within the tumble dryer during normal use. This can cause the tumble dryer to ignite, causing a fire.
The products do not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The manufacturer has initiated a modification programme.
Owners are strongly advised to STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY and contact the manufacturer to arrange for a modification to take place. The product should not be used until the modification has taken place. If the plug is accessible, switch off and unplug the appliance.
For further information, including on how to register your product for modification, access the Caple product safety notice at the following link: https://www.caple.co.uk/support/urgent-safety-notice/urgent-safety-notice-2/