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Aquarium lamp - SF Aqua Qube Light

Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk

Aquarium lamp - SF Aqua Qube Light was recalled on 30 April 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0713/10. Electric shock risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of electric shock because water can enter the lamp socket compartment where there are live parts.

Photo of recalled product: Aquarium lamp - SF Aqua Qube Light
Alert Number0713/10
BrandAquadistri
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberSerial number: 333097
Published30 April 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because water can enter the lamp socket compartment where there are live parts.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the retailer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Portable aquarium lamp consisting of a ballast on a mains plug, a power cable, a switch and a socket with a fluorescent lamp. The lamp is supplied with Aqua-Qube 15 mini aquariums (black or grey) and is also sold separately.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Aquarium lamp - SF Aqua Qube Light.

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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