Rechargeable flashlight - Solar power flashlight

Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Rechargeable flashlight - Solar power flashlight
Alert Number0053/09
BrandYUQIANG
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberYQ-389
Published23 January 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the dimensions of the socket and the plug of the connecting unit and certain distances do not comply with the requirements, - the dimensions of the mains supply cord are not appropriate, - insulation is not properly fixed in the lamp, - the product does not pass the electric strength test. 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

The housing of the product is made of white plastic. Six white LEDs are placed on the front and covered with transparent plastic. The product has a built-in battery, which can be charged from the mains supply. Main components of the product: mains supply cord („RVVB PVC INSULATED WIRE 300/300V”); mains plug („6A 250V”). No Hungarian label or CE marking can be found on the product or the packaging. Dimensions: 15,2 x 5,7 x 3 cm

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