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Mosquito killer lamp - Lampara Mata Mosquitos

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Mosquito killer lamp - Lampara Mata Mosquitos was recalled on 25 September 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1253/09. Electric shock risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- live parts are accessible,- the voltage of the grid far exceeds 34 volts,- the covers used as additional insulation on the appliance are not properly secured,- the casing on the power cord should be made of polychloroprene,- there is nothing to reduce pulling and twisting forces on the pins and there is nothing to prevent the cable from slipping inside the device when the pins are damaged,- the connections between the terminals are soldered and it is only this soldering that holds the pins in place.

Photo of recalled product: Mosquito killer lamp - Lampara Mata Mosquitos
Alert Number1253/09
BrandNishica
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountrySpain
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberRef. NK-3303, Bar code: 8491826019303
Published25 September 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- live parts are accessible,- the voltage of the grid far exceeds 34 volts,- the covers used as additional insulation on the appliance are not properly secured,- the casing on the power cord should be made of polychloroprene,- there is nothing to reduce pulling and twisting forces on the pins and there is nothing to prevent the cable from slipping inside the device when the pins are damaged,- the connections between the terminals are soldered and it is only this soldering that holds the pins in place.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60335.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Mosquito killer lamp, packaged in a cardboard.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Mosquito killer lamp - Lampara Mata Mosquitos.

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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