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Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk

Portable table lamp was recalled on 22 June 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 0571/07. Electric shock risk reported by Czechia. This product poses a serious risk of electric shock because:- insufficient cross section of internal and external wiring; - the supply conductor with basic insulation only can touch the accessible metal part; - the bulb socket is not secured against turning when bulb is replaced; - the parts intended to be hand-manipulated get overheated (external metal nut on the shield's surface); - instructions are missing, there is no instruction how to replace the supply cord.

Photo of recalled product: Portable table lamp
Alert Number0571/07
BrandTESCO
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryCzechia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberL 076
Published22 June 2007

Risk Description

This product poses a serious risk of electric shock because:- insufficient cross section of internal and external wiring; - the supply conductor with basic insulation only can touch the accessible metal part; - the bulb socket is not secured against turning when bulb is replaced; - the parts intended to be hand-manipulated get overheated (external metal nut on the shield's surface); - instructions are missing, there is no instruction how to replace the supply cord.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authorities. Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Portable table lamp intended for internal use fitted by 1 bulb max 40W/E14. Parameters: 230V/50Hz, max 40W, Class II. Packing: imprinted paper box of dimensions 130x145x200 mm.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Portable table 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.

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