Rechargeable portable lamp

Electric shock Lighting equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Rechargeable portable lamp
Alert Number1652/09
BrandBrighter
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberHS-6008-L
Published18 December 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the cross-sectional area of the conductors in the supply cord is less than required,- adequate cord anchorage is missing,- basic insulated parts are accessible,- the mechanical strength of the casing is insufficient and can break causing live parts to become accessible.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 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

Rechargeable battery-operated lamp. The casing of the product is made of black or yellow plastic. 8 white LEDs are used for the main lighting function, and the luminaire is also supplied with an incandescent lamp, and a built-in battery, which is rechargeable from the mains supply.

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