Oil lamps - Classic Kerosene Lamp
| Alert Number | 0001/09 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Chemical |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1. KL-4 COLORS (blue), 2. L-888 HG (red). |
| Published | 16 January 2009 |
Risk Description
The products pose a chemical risk because: - in the oil lamp KL-4 COLORS the wick guard does not prevent access to the wick by small children; - in the lamp L-888 HG the following irregularities were detected: - the wick cover comes loose while being lifted or rotated at 180°, so part of the lamp may be broken or fractured, - the wick guard does not prevent access to the wick by small children as it can be easily opened in one movement, - the lamp is not leak-proof. This could lead small children to drink out of unsecured oil lamps.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14059.
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
Both lamps are made of glass with a glass container and a wick holder made of metal. The wick has a metal cover.