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Oil Torch Jumbo “Torches for lamp oil” — risk: burns, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1435/12
Summary
null The product poses a risk of burns and fire because the fuel tank leaks and the lamp has not been supplied with a mechanism protecting the wick. The product has an attached doll which could make it attractive for children who have access to the lamp.In addition, warnings and marking required by the standard are missing.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14059.
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Product
Oil Torch — Jumbo
- Brand
- Jumbo
- Name / model
- Torches for lamp oil · Jumbo code 1069661Item:YJ21-B400H5
- Batch number(s)
- 0297571000038
- Category
- Decorative articles
- Oil torch, comprised of a bamboo stick with a fuel tank on one end and a decorative doll. No instructions for use.
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a risk of burns and fire because the fuel tank leaks and the lamp has not been supplied with a mechanism protecting the wick. The product has an attached doll which could make it attractive for children who have access to the lamp.In addition, warnings and marking required by the standard are missing.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14059.
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