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Product Safety Report: Gremlin Wall Lamp QB279 (2209-0081)

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Published23 September 2022

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Gremlin Wall Lamp QB279 presenting a serious risk of electric shock as the product is not adequately earthed.

Product description

Summary Product: Gremlin Wall Lamp QB279 Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the lamp has been incorrectly marked as a Class II construction but is a Class I construction and therefore needs to be earthed. This was also not mentioned in the instructions and only shows two wires to be connected so the consumer does not earth the lamp. As the light is not earthed, it may become live and cause an electric shock to the user. Corrective action: Destruction of the product. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Gremlin Wall Lamp Other product identifiers X001GA9MGJ, FBA15FYJNCGFU000002 Amazon APP Ref 415608 Product description Black LED dimmable wall lamp Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the lamp has been incorrectly marked as a Class II construction but is a Class I construction and therefore needs to be earthed. This was also not mentioned in the instructions and only shows two wires to be connected so the consumer does not earth the lamp. As the light is not earthed, it may become live and cause an electric shock to the user. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action Destruction of the product. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Additional information PSD case number: 2209-0081 Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

What should you do?

Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.

Official notice ↗ · Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS)

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