Glass tube for sunbeds - Tube Ergoline Turbo Power 160W
Glass tube for sunbeds - Tube Ergoline Turbo Power 160W was recalled on 12 September 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1010/08. Burns risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of burns because the tubes in one batch display a charge defect causing the emission of a UVA and UVB radiation dose which exceeds the authorised limits (maximum 0.
| Alert Number | 1010/08 |
| Brand | ERGOLINE |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | C1246001, Production codes A7 to L7 (from January to December 2007) |
| Published | 12 September 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns because the tubes in one batch display a charge defect causing the emission of a UVA and UVB radiation dose which exceeds the authorised limits (maximum 0.15W/m2 for wavelengths of 250 to 320 nm, and less than 0.15W/m2 for wavelengths of 320 to 400 nm). The sunbeds equipped with Ergoline Turbo Power 160W C1246001 lamps – production codes A7 to L7 (from January to December 2007) must not be considered to be type 3 UV beds within the meaning of standard EN 60335. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60335.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and corrective actions by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Tube to be installed on UV sunbeds. Glass tube marked on one end as follows: C 1246001 ERGOLINE TURBO POWER 160 W ERGOLINE ** (** : shows a letter and a figure indicating the month and year of manufacture (from A to L, followed by the figure 7))
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns hazard related to Glass tube for sunbeds - Tube Ergoline Turbo Power 160W.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.