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Lamps - Coconut animal lamps — electric shock risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockFeb 8, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the wiring and plug do not match those listed on the export certificate; - the twisting of the lampholder while replacing a bulb may cause the wiring to twist;- the cable does not meet requirements; - there is no barrier preventing contact with the live terminal. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary recall from consumers by the importer — Other

Product description

The animal frame is constructed from coconut shell and wood, with a separate night-light/electrical flex fitting. Light shines from within the coconut shell body of the lamp. The lamps come in six different animal shapes - horse; giraffe; zebra; frog; elephant and tortoise.

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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