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Auto working lamp

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Auto working lamp was recalled on 25 October 2013 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1443/13. Electric shock risk reported by Lithuania. The product poses a risk of electric shock because the anchorage of the hand-held lamp does not protect against stress and because all the conductors and other pieces could easily break.

Photo of recalled product: Auto working lamp
Alert NumberA12/1443/13
BrandUnknown
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryLithuania
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberWJO-56
Published25 October 2013

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because the anchorage of the hand-held lamp does not protect against stress and because all the conductors and other pieces could easily break. 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 23/08/2013

Product Description

Handheld lamp packed in a cardboard box.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Auto working lamp .

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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