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Desk lamp
08th October 2011
Item Description:
Brand: Technolux
Type/number of model:
Galapagos 1994 and Galapagos 1995;
Barcode: 5 903139 199490 and 5 903139 199599
Description: Turtle-shaped desk lamp. The base component is made of metal. The lamp shade is made of metal and different coloured glass. The lamp plugs directly into the mains and there is no transformer.
Country of origin: China
Type/number of model:
Galapagos 1994 and Galapagos 1995;
Barcode: 5 903139 199490 and 5 903139 199599
Description: Turtle-shaped desk lamp. The base component is made of metal. The lamp shade is made of metal and different coloured glass. The lamp plugs directly into the mains and there is no transformer.
Country of origin: China
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Danger:
Electric shock
Due to its design, the lamp is attractive to children and could be used as a toy. The lampshade and bulb can be easily removed, thus live parts can become accessible, leading to a risk of electric shock.
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Action Taken:
Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.
Notifying Country:
Hungary
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
08th October 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
