Wall lamp
Wall lamp was recalled on 30 November 2007 under EU Safety Gate alert 1251/07. Burns, Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Poland. The product poses a serious risk of:electric shock because the product do not pass the twisting moment of 2Nm;and a serious riskof fire and burns because:- inappropriate installation of parts of the product, which does not guarantee required durability,- lack of essential information such as classification of protection against electric shock, power rating, type of insulation, way of installation.
| Alert Number | 1251/07 |
| Brand | RAFEX |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | Poland |
| Model Number | GALA |
| Published | 30 November 2007 |
Risk Description
The product poses a serious risk of:electric shock because the product do not pass the twisting moment of 2Nm;and a serious riskof fire and burns because:- inappropriate installation of parts of the product, which does not guarantee required durability,- lack of essential information such as classification of protection against electric shock, power rating, type of insulation, way of installation.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, withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
It is a wall lamp made of glass and metal coloured cream and brown. Diameter 12,5 cm and height 23 cm. The product was marked neither with CE nor technical parameters. For more details see attached picture.
🌡️ ⚡ 🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, electric shock, fire hazard related to Wall lamp.
About this risk
Burns: This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use. Electric shock: This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use. Fire: This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Burns: Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product. Electric shock: 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. Fire: Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries. Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens. All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.