Aquarium lamp - Voltaire
Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0675/09 |
| Brand | Flamingo |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Mini-lamp Voltaire 11W FLAMINGO – Aquality |
| Published | 22 May 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the cross-section of internal wires is 0.5 mm2, which is less than the permitted value of 0.75 mm2, - the length of the cord is less than the permitted value of 1.5 m, - the product is not properly insulated against water. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive 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 distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Portable lamp for fitting to the side of an aquarium by sliding the glass into a slit – luminous reflector with adjustable direction and height.