LED tube - LED Tubes
LED tube - LED Tubes was recalled on 26 November 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1734/10. Electric shock risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of electric shock due to accessible live parts when fitting or removing the LED tube into or from the lamp: if the LED tube is inserted when the lamp is switched on and the user comes into contact with the metal pins on one end of the socket when the other end has already been inserted, the pins may become live and cause a fatal electric shock.
| Alert Number | 1734/10 |
| Brand | Omnilux |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Omnilux G-13, EAN 4026397305197. The following types of LED tubes are affected with item numbers: 92001340/92001341/92001350/92001351/92001352/92001353/92001354/92001355/92001358/92001360/92001361/92001362/92001363/92001364/92001365/92001368/92001380 and 92001381 |
| Published | 26 November 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock due to accessible live parts when fitting or removing the LED tube into or from the lamp: if the LED tube is inserted when the lamp is switched on and the user comes into contact with the metal pins on one end of the socket when the other end has already been inserted, the pins may become live and cause a fatal electric shock.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
LED tube compatible with double-ended T8 fluorescent lamps (G13 socket).
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to LED tube - LED Tubes.
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.