Rechargeable torch Brighter “TRWALA / Latarka Akumulatorowa z diodą LED” — risk: electric shock, fire

Product

Rechargeable torch — Brighter

Brand

Brighter

Name / model

TRWALA / Latarka Akumulatorowa z diodą LED · YD-B101

Batch number(s)

5 901741 672554

Category

Lighting equipment

• Rechargeable torch with 4 LEDs. The torch can be charged by means of the built-in plug with folding pins. Blister packaging.

What is the risk?

• null The cover for the LEDs can be removed by hand, leaving live parts accessible when the torch is being charged. The pins of the built-in plug do not have an insulating collar. The dimensions of the plug are such that the user may touch the live pins when connecting the plug. The cross-sectional area of the core of the wires is insufficient: in case of a short circuit the wires may overheat leading to a fire.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures taken

• Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
• Date of entry into force: Unknown
• Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
• Date of entry into force: 08/12/2016

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