Rechargeable torch with charger
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A rechargeable torch with charger manufactured by HUASHENG poses an electric shock hazard. The product has multiple safety defects: the mains supply cord's basic insulation is exposed and accessible, the plug dimensions do not meet safety standards, the cord makes contact with sharp edges, the reinforced insulation is too thin, and the cord lacks proper anchoring. The product fails to comply with the Low Voltage Directive and relevant safety standards.
The competent authorities have ordered the product withdrawn from the market and recalled from consumers. The torch is a grey plastic handheld device with two light sources (one usable as a head-lamp) powered by a built-in battery, measuring 15 by 17 by 7 centimeters and supplied with a mains charger. Consumers who own this product should follow the recall instructions issued by the authorities, though the source does not specify what steps an affected consumer should take.
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The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the basic insulated mains supply cord is accessible, - the dimensions of the plug are non-compliant, - the mains supply cord comes into contact with sharp edges and points, - the reinforced insulation is not sufficiently thick, - the mains supply cord does not have an appropriate cord anchorage. The product does not comply with Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standard.
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
The housing of the product is made of grey plastic and decorated with pictures. Chinese characters are written on both sides. The two light sources are operated from a built-in battery. One of the light sources can be used as a head-lamp. The product is supplied with a plug for connecting it to the mains supply and a charger. Main components: mains supply cord ("RVVB PVC INSULATED ELECTRIC WIRE 300/300V"), mains plug ("2,5A 250V”). Dimensions: 15x17x7 cm. Model: Unknown Notifying country: Hungary
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
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