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Rechargeable torch "Rechargeable Spotlight with LED Lamp"

17th December 2011

Item Description:

Brand: Gdlite

Type/number of model:

Type: GD-2705HP

Barcode: 7473548027052

Description: Rechargeable torch with 5+24+4 LEDs. The housing is made of black plastic with a grey-coloured hook on the back. The battery can be charged by means of a mains supply cord.

Country of origin: China

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Danger:

Electric shock and Fire

The product poses a serious risk of electric shock and fire because:
·         the dimensions of the plug are not correct;
·         when connecting the plug the user may touch the pin of the plug;
·         the cross-section area of the twisted copper core in the mains supply cord is not sufficient. In case of short circuit the wires may overheat;
·         the protective bulb housing can be removed by hand during charging, leaving live parts accessible.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Action Taken:

Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.

Notifying Country:

Hungary

The Next Step...

Notes & History:

17th December 2011 by Recalls Importer

Item imported from European Commission RAPEX

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