Recessed luminaires with fluorescent lamp (with built-in ballast)
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Recessed light fixtures sold under the REALM brand are being recalled because they pose a risk of electric shock due to accessible basic insulated parts and failure to comply with the Low Voltage Directive and European standard EN 60598. The recalled products consist of sets of three luminaires in white, gold, or chrome with metal covers and GU10 lampholder fittings rated for 230V and maximum 50W. Two models are affected: model SP-50 (with barcodes 6981072210723 for gold and 6981072210716 for white) and model SPM-3XDEU722/GU10 (with barcodes 6982072210720 for gold and 6981072210716 for chrome).
The authorities have ordered the products withdrawn from the market and recalled from consumers. The source does not specify what remedy an affected consumer should pursue.
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These products pose a risk of electric shock because the basic insulated parts are accessible.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities. Date of entry into force: Unknown
1. The sets include 3 white or gold luminaires with metal cover. Each luminaire consists of a metal frame, and a fitting unit (with a GU10 lampholder and a unit for the connection to the mains supply.) The light sources cannot be adjusted. Main parts of the luminaire: lampholder (FY-E13 250V 2A GU10 VDE C UL US 250V 100W); terminal block (TEILBAR 500 400V 2.5 4 CE" + mark of approval); single insulation wiring with cross section of 1x0.5 mm2. Technical specifications: 230 V; Max 50 W GU10, Class II 2. The sets include 3 chrome or gold luminaires with metal cover. Each luminaire consists of a metal frame, and a fitting unit (with a GU10 lampholder and a unit for the connection to the mains supply.) The light sources can be adjusted in 20 °. Main parts of the luminaire: lampholder (FY-E13 250V 2A GU10 VDE C UL US 250V 100W); terminal block (TEILBAR 500 400V 2.5 4 CE" + mark of approval); single insulation wiring with cross section of 1x0.5 mm2. Technical specifications: 230 V; Max 50 W GU10, Class II. Model: 1. SP-50 (on the packaging: SPF-3XDEU722/GU10) Bar code: 6981072210723 (gold); 6981072210716 (white), 2. SPM-3XDEU722/GU10 (only on the packaging) Bar code: 6982072210720 (gold); 6981072210716 (chrome). Notifying country: Hungary
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
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