Lamps - Coconut animal lamps

Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Lamps - Coconut animal lamps
Alert Number0140/08
BrandUnknown
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryIreland
Country of OriginThailand
Model NumberSix models of lamp. Codes: CL1, CL2, CL3, CL4, CL5 and CL6.
Published8 February 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the wiring and plug do not match those listed on the export certificate; - the twisting of the lampholder while replacing a bulb may cause the wiring to twist;- the cable does not meet requirements; - there is no barrier preventing contact with the live terminal. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The animal frame is constructed from coconut shell and wood, with a separate night-light/electrical flex fitting. Light shines from within the coconut shell body of the lamp. The lamps come in six different animal shapes - horse; giraffe; zebra; frog; elephant and tortoise.

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