Portable lamp
Portable lamp was recalled on 8 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0841/08. Electric shock risk reported by The Netherlands. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the connecting lead used is of the type H05VV-F 3G 1.
| Alert Number | 0841/08 |
| Brand | Brennenstuhl |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Terrazza art. N°1 17430 0 |
| Published | 8 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the connecting lead used is of the type H05VV-F 3G 1.5mm2 instead of a H05RN-F connecting lead. The connecting lead used offers insufficient protection against the environmental effects which are to be expected;- the lamp has a connecting lead of 3.04 metres in length. A short lead of this kind is not sufficient for the lamp to be connected correctly and safely;- there is no IP number or symbol indicating the degree of protection on the product. Given that the product is intended, among other things, for outside use, it should bear a label indicating the degree of protection against ingress of moisture.The product does not comply with the relevant European standards EN 60238 and 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 authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Portable lamp with three power sockets
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Portable 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.