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1.Reading Lamp, 2.Clock & Lamp, 3.Lamp & Clock.

Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk

1.Reading Lamp, 2.Clock & Lamp, 3.Lamp & Clock. was recalled on 11 August 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0501/06. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. These products pose a risk of electric shock because:- the live part of the lamp head is accessible by test finger;- the cross section area of the flexible cable is less than required;- the plug fails to meet the requirement of the standard,- the cable inlets on the switch have sharp edges and are not rounded, thus the cable can get damaged;- the internal wires may get into contact with or are pressed to sharp edges;- in case of detachment of soldered connections the wire may slip out of the cover, therefore live parts become accessible.

Photo of recalled product:  1.Reading Lamp, 2.Clock & Lamp, 3.Lamp & Clock.
Alert Number0501/06
BrandUnknown
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number1. 8132S, 2. 1028A (colour version: 1028B), 3. NO.FS0031D (colour versions: NO.FS0031A; NO.FS0031B; NO.FS0031C)
Published11 August 2006

Risk Description

These products pose a risk of electric shock because:- the live part of the lamp head is accessible by test finger;- the cross section area of the flexible cable is less than required;- the plug fails to meet the requirement of the standard,- the cable inlets on the switch have sharp edges and are not rounded, thus the cable can get damaged;- the internal wires may get into contact with or are pressed to sharp edges;- in case of detachment of soldered connections the wire may slip out of the cover, therefore live parts become accessible.These products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and LVD Standards.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and recall from consumers ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Luminaires with built-in clock (3 products)

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to 1.Reading Lamp, 2.Clock & Lamp, 3.Lamp & Clock..

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.

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