Recessed luminaire

Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Recessed luminaire
Alert Number0340/08
BrandBRILUX
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberR-6000. Bar code: 5 905148 662316
Published21 March 2008

Risk Description

The product poses risk of electric shock because:- the basic-insulated parts (terminal block and single insulated wires) are accessible, - it lacks device protecting against pulling and twisting force,- plastic bushings are missing at the entry hole which has sharp metal edges,- the PVC insulated internal wiring overheats at the measured value of 107°C.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard 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 authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The metal-covered luminaire provided with aluminium mirror consists of a metal frame and a fitting unit fixed to the frame with riveting. The fitting unit includes the E27 ceramic lampholder and a terminal block. Main components: lampholder ("250V 660W), terminal block ("380V 10A" + mark of approval), internal wiring ("GB5023.3-1997 227IEC 02(RV) 300/500V"). Technical specifications: 230 V; 50 Hz; max 60 W E27; Class I; F-mark, IP20.

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