The Electrical Safety Office, as of June 9, 2020, has issued a prohibition notice to restrict the sale or usage of specific 'mist' fans.
Identification:
Image A: Coolmate mist fan
Image B: Tradequip mist fan
Image C: TWM Pedestal mist fan
The known possible brand and model numbers are listed below:Brand name: Coolmate Group Limited mist fan (Image A)Model numbers: DB-26CF01; DB-26CF02; DB-26CF03; DB-26CF05; DB-26CF06; DB-26CF08; DB-18; DB-20; DB-26; DB-30
Brand name: Tradequip Industrial Pedestal Misting Fan (Image B)Model numbers: 1182; SKU 1182T
Brand name: TWM Pedestal Misting Fan (Image C)Model numbers: FANM152P
There are some variations and other brands with similar products available in the market. Please check for any that look like the images above and contact your electrical contractor to test and make safe. Any brand or model of mist fan that has this construction is prohibited from sale.
Safety Concern: Coolmate mist fans, frequently employed in cafes and restaurants, come in wall-mounted or self-supporting variants, featuring a water container at the base. The misting effect is achieved by pumping water up to the fan.
One notable safety issue involves a cord running from the fan's supporting structure to the fan motor, which can be unscrewed, as depicted in the accompanying photograph (Image A). The three pins in the image can carry a live 240VAC current, posing an electric shock risk if touched.
Image A: Coolmate mist fan
Safety Concern:
- Tradequip Mist Fan: When users disconnect the connectors to the fan, misting unit, or water pump, they have access to live parts, posing a risk of electric shock.
- TWM Mist Fan: Disconnecting the connectors to the fan, misting unit, or water pump gives users access to live parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
Recommended Action: Immediate cessation of use is advised for these products. Users are urged to get in touch with their supplier for additional details regarding these recalls.