Lava Lamp
Lava Lamp was recalled on 3 August 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0752/07. Electric shock, Injuries risk reported by Hungary. This product poses a serious risk of:- electric shock because the nipple is not locked thus the lampholder can rotate and live parts become available; – injuries because the stability of the product is not satisfactory thus it can tip over and cause injury.
| Alert Number | 0752/07 |
| Brand | ECONOMIC |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Austria |
| Model Number | Art: 990525 |
| Published | 3 August 2007 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of:- electric shock because the nipple is not locked thus the lampholder can rotate and live parts become available; – injuries because the stability of the product is not satisfactory thus it can tip over and cause injury. The 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 portable luminaire illuminates the glass placed on the base part and filled with approximately 4 dl liquid and thermoplastic substance with the luminescent lamp, which is placed in the silver plastic base part. An E 14-capped reflector lamp is supplied with the luminaire, its inscription: “230V 30W”. Main parts of the luminaire: lamp holder with inscriptions: "NK18 T210 VDE CE"; switch inserted into the cable with inscription: "Patent 99332137.2 99238813.9 KETI 303 2/250~ CE" +marks of approval; plug with inscription: "TOONG YEAN TY-011 2.5A 250V~" + marks of approval. Technical specifications: 230V; max 30W; Class II; F-mark, E 14 lamp holder.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, injuries hazard related to Lava Lamp.
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.