
Lighting chain
DECORATION LIGHTS
- Notifying country
- Hungary
What is the danger
The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The structure of the cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs. The product is not protected against moisture although it is recommended for outdoor use. The cable could overheat, leading to burns or fire. The water could penetrate the product or the user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock.
Requirements breached
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60598.
Measures taken
- Recall of the product from end users Compulsory measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 15 April 2024
- Withdrawal of the product from the market Compulsory measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 15 April 2024
Product
- Description
- Decorative lighting chain with control unit equipped with 108 blue LEDs, green insulated wires and a socket that allows expansion with additional members.
- Packaging
- Cardboard box
- Model / type
Original source
Data comes from the official Safety Gate system of the European Commission.
- Alert number
- A12/03505/24 ↗
- Weekly report
- Report-2024-49
- Published
- 4 December 2024
- Modified
- 11 December 2024
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