Ceramic desk lamp
Ceramic desk lamp was recalled on 5 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1424/08. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The products pose a risk of electric shock because: - there is no effective protection (cord anchorage) against twisting force, - the lampholders are not ensured against loosening or rotation, - there is no transformer generating SELV (extra low voltage-24 V) or a.
| Alert Number | 1424/08 |
| Brand | Hemar |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | HY06, bar code: 5904543091103 |
| Published | 5 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of electric shock because: - there is no effective protection (cord anchorage) against twisting force, - the lampholders are not ensured against loosening or rotation, - there is no transformer generating SELV (extra low voltage-24 V) or a. c. supplied step-down converter provided with the lamps. The products do 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 and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Portable lamps in the form of a dog or squirrel, which may thus be attractive to children and used as toys. The lamps are not provided with a transformer generating SELV (extra-low voltage) or an a. c. supplied step-down converter. Main components of the lamps: E14 plastic lampholder (ZM 05001 E14 HD88 250V 2A T210° CE 0.5-1.5 mm²); switch inserted into the cable (Patent 99332137.2 99238813.9 KETI 303 2/250~ CE+marks of approval); mains plug (KENIC 35 KE-21 2.5A 250V~" + marks of approval); mains supply cord (CCC AO36162 227IEC52(RVV) 300/300V 2 x 0.75 mm² N/15382 H03VVH2-F 2 x 0.75 mm² LEADER TOP RESOURCES" + marks of approval). Dimensions: 10 cm x 9 cm x 27 cm Technical specifications: 230V, 50 Hz, 1xE14 max: 40W, Class II.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Ceramic desk 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.