was recalled on 24 November 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0749/06. Electric shock risk reported by Spain. The product poses a serious risk of electric shock because there are no components to reduce the voltage on the active parts to 24V and the lamp's design is attractive to children.
| Alert Number | 0749/06 |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | SR 1801 |
| Published | 24 November 2006 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk of electric shock because there are no components to reduce the voltage on the active parts to 24V and the lamp's design is attractive to children. In particular, the lamp fails to comply with the relevant standards in the following ways:- children may regard this lamp as a toy, and although it must therefore run off a transformer or converter which supplies a voltage not exceeding 24V, the lamp does not comply with this requirement since it has no components to reduce the voltage to 24V and runs directly off the mains supply (230V);- the lamp does not bear certain required markings; - given its design and the lack of instructions it is not apparent how the bulb may readily be changed.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Portable lamp in the form of a penguin “SUNRISE-AJOK”
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.
Recommended action
Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy.
Who is at risk?
Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.