Desk lamp with mosaic lamp shade
Desk lamp with mosaic lamp shade was recalled on 8 December 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0800/06. Electric shock, Injuries risk reported by Hungary. This product poses a serious risk of electric shock because:- there are sharp metal parts protruding into the wireways; - the basic insulated wires contact with accessible metal parts;- the fastening screw of the lamp holder is not secured against rotation; - there is no cord anchorage applied protecting the wires against pulling and twisting force.
| Alert Number | 0800/06 |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Republic of Korea |
| Published | 8 December 2006 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of electric shock because:- there are sharp metal parts protruding into the wireways; - the basic insulated wires contact with accessible metal parts;- the fastening screw of the lamp holder is not secured against rotation; - there is no cord anchorage applied protecting the wires against pulling and twisting force.This product poses a serious risk of injury because sharp edges and points of the glass plates are found on the external surface of the lamp shade. 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, recall from consumers and consumer protection fine ordered by the authorityDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Category: Lighting equipmentProduct: Desk lamp with mosaic lamp shadeBrand: UnknownType/number of model: 250L, article number depending on the colour of lamp shade: RFM-013, ECHO; RFM-014, bar code: 5999547 005393, EMERALD; RFM-015, MC/HERA
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, injuries hazard related to Desk lamp with mosaic lamp shade.
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.