Rechargeable torch - LED

Electric shock, Fire Lighting equipment Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Rechargeable torch - LED
Alert Number0950/10
BrandGDLITE
CategoryLighting equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginUnknown
Barcode2 008003580121
Model NumberGD-2911-B
Published18 June 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- the torch can be opened without using a tool while it is connected to the mains supply, thus live parts are accessible;- the construction of the mains cable does not comply with the requirements and live parts could be touched during use;- the cross-sectional area of the conductors in the cable is too small.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 ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Torch with LED and halogen light sources. The package also includes a cable for recharging directly from the mains supply. A switch is used for selecting the LED or halogen operation.

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