Floor lamp (portable luminaire)
Floor lamp (portable luminaire) was recalled on 18 May 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0442/07. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Hungary. This product poses a risk of :- electric shock because the wires may get damaged due to the sharp edges of the lamp arm;- fire because the product tipped over on a slope of 15° and the supporting surface may overheat.
| Alert Number | 0442/07 |
| Brand | EGLO |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Hungary |
| Model Number | Art. No: 13107, type: 5164 |
| Published | 18 May 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of :- electric shock because the wires may get damaged due to the sharp edges of the lamp arm;- fire because the product tipped over on a slope of 15° and the supporting surface may overheat. This 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): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The product has a gold-coloured metal cover. The base plate has a diameter of approximately 23 cm, and thickness of 3 cm and an approximately 170 cm long rod is connected to it, the E27 lamp holder and the plastic lamp shade is located on its top. On the upper third part of the rod there is a moveable metal clip that can be fixed with a screw on the central rod, and a flexible rod is connected to it at the end of which there is an E14 lamp holder and a glass lamp shade. Main parts of the luminaire: E27 lamp holder (GS3556 250V~4A T230 VDE); E14-es lamp holder (GS5556; 250V~4A; T230; VDE); mains plug (3E; PL-1; 2,5A250V; + marks of approval); mains cable (3E Europa; Q041083; H03VVH2-F; 2x0,75mm2 + marks of approval); switch (3E; IL-4 3A; 250Vac; ENEC; VDE). Technical specification: 220-240V~; E27 1x max 100W; E14 1x max 40W; Class II. F-mark.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Floor lamp (portable luminaire).
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.