Wall lamp (fixed luminaire)
Wall lamp (fixed luminaire) was recalled on 30 November 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1245/07. Electric shock, Fire, Injuries risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a serious risk of:- electric shock because the wire ways are not properly designed (certain metal elements have sharp edges, the wires may get damaged when they contacting, bushings are not properly fixed), the basic insulated wires get into contact with accessible metal parts;- fire because indication of the maximum power cannot be seen on the light source when replacing it;- injuries because the iron tube holding the lampholder has sharp edges and points, the steal plate used for fitting the luminaire has burry edges.
| Alert Number | 1245/07 |
| Brand | Glimex |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Published | 30 November 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk of:- electric shock because the wire ways are not properly designed (certain metal elements have sharp edges, the wires may get damaged when they contacting, bushings are not properly fixed), the basic insulated wires get into contact with accessible metal parts;- fire because indication of the maximum power cannot be seen on the light source when replacing it;- injuries because the iron tube holding the lampholder has sharp edges and points, the steal plate used for fitting the luminaire has burry edges.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): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The luminaire includes a bended arm mounted to a metal plate, a plastic E14 lampholder fitted to it and a glass lamp shade. There are decorations made of iron plate and iron wire (leaves and petals) on the luminaire. Main parts of the luminaire: mains plug (Wiko 25/250); mains cable (H03VVH2-F 2x0.5mm2 BBJ HAR VDE CE); switch inserted into the cable (Ł2 NW 2,5A 250V); E14 lamp holder (2/250 T210). Technical specifications: 230V, 50 Hz; 40W; lampholder: E 14, Class II.; F-mark.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire, injuries hazard related to Wall lamp (fixed luminaire).
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.