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222 2 in 1 Stamd-by Light rechargeable torch — electric shock & fire risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockFireJan 23, 2015
Photo from the official notice: 222 2 in 1 Stamd-by Light rechargeable torch — electric shock & fire risk
Photo from the official notice: 222 2 in 1 Stamd-by Light rechargeable torch — electric shock & fire risk
Photo from the official notice: 222 2 in 1 Stamd-by Light rechargeable torch — electric shock & fire risk

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

The cross-sectional area of the cores in the mains supply cord is not sufficient. In case of a short circuit, the wires may overheat and could cause a fire. Live parts are accessible in the storage compartment of the mains cable during charging. The mains cable is not adequately protected against pulling and twisting which could lead to live parts of the cable becoming accessible.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of the product from the market — Other
  • Recall of the product from end users — Other (11/08/2014)

Product description

Rechargeable LED torch. The housing is made of white plastic, with a black operating button and a red charge indicator LED . The battery can be charged via a built-in mains cable which is placed in a storage compartment. Packaging: colourful cardboard box.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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