Salt crystal lamp
| Alert Number | 0375/07 |
| Brand | GLOBO |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Art. 2830, EAN code 9007371117895, 230 V, max 15 W, 50 Hz, E 14, II class of protection against electric shock |
| Published | 27 April 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock and injuries because:- the lamp holder can be easily detached from the salt crystal;- there is no stay wire which protects the lead from being pulled out or twisted and may cause electric shock; - the lamp holder does not bear the turning moment of 1.2 Nm; - the bulb attached to the lamp is unsuitable and the consumer can accidentally touch it;- the cap of the bulb does not meet the requirements of the standard; - the user manual is not complete and there is no information about the action which should be involved in the case of destruction of the cord.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standards EN 60432-1 and EN 60598-1.
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. A press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown