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Halogen lamp (500W)

Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk

Halogen lamp (500W) was recalled on 27 April 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0368/07. Electric shock risk reported by France. This product poses a risk of electric shock because:– during the tests, the traction stop becomes damaged and the thread of the cap wears away completely following these tests;– the metal casing and connection housing for the lamp do not resist a shock of 0.

Photo of recalled product: Halogen lamp (500W)
Alert Number0368/07
BrandJ.J.A.
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberReference 67633, QB- 1002, bar code: 3560236786330
Published27 April 2007

Risk Description

This product poses a risk of electric shock because:– during the tests, the traction stop becomes damaged and the thread of the cap wears away completely following these tests;– the metal casing and connection housing for the lamp do not resist a shock of 0.35J;- the product does not pass the 1460V dielectric strength test (damage was observed near the socket conductors).This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumersDate of entry into force: Unknown

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Halogen lamp (500W).

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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