Recessed luminaires with fluorescent lamp (with built-in ballast)
Recessed luminaires with fluorescent lamp (with built-in ballast) was recalled on 25 January 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0063/08. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. These products pose a risk of electric shock because the basic insulated parts are accessible.
| Alert Number | 0063/08 |
| Brand | REALM. |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 1. SP-50 (on the packaging: SPF-3XDEU722/GU10) Bar code: 6981072210723 (gold); 6981072210716 (white), 2. SPM-3XDEU722/GU10 (only on the packaging) Bar code: 6982072210720 (gold); 6981072210716 (chrome). |
| Published | 25 January 2008 |
Risk Description
These products pose a risk of electric shock because the basic insulated parts are accessible.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 authorities. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
1. The sets include 3 white or gold luminaires with metal cover. Each luminaire consists of a metal frame, and a fitting unit (with a GU10 lampholder and a unit for the connection to the mains supply.) The light sources cannot be adjusted. Main parts of the luminaire: lampholder (FY-E13 250V 2A GU10 VDE C UL US 250V 100W); terminal block (TEILBAR 500 400V 2.5 4 CE" + mark of approval); single insulation wiring with cross section of 1x0.5 mm2. Technical specifications: 230 V; Max 50 W GU10, Class II 2. The sets include 3 chrome or gold luminaires with metal cover. Each luminaire consists of a metal frame, and a fitting unit (with a GU10 lampholder and a unit for the connection to the mains supply.) The light sources can be adjusted in 20 °. Main parts of the luminaire: lampholder (FY-E13 250V 2A GU10 VDE C UL US 250V 100W); terminal block (TEILBAR 500 400V 2.5 4 CE" + mark of approval); single insulation wiring with cross section of 1x0.5 mm2. Technical specifications: 230 V; Max 50 W GU10, Class II.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Recessed luminaires with fluorescent lamp (with built-in ballast).
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.