Lighting chains

Requirements breached

The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and the wires could overheat. The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the control unit and the LEDs are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. The socket of the extension lead enables single-pole insertion of a plug with the free remaining live pin accessible. The accessible wires can come into contact with sharp edges of the control unit and could be damaged. The product is not protected against moisture yet is recommended for outdoor use. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures taken

1. Destruction of the product Voluntary measuresTaken by: Importer
2. Withdrawal of the product from the market Compulsory measuresTaken by: OtherIn force from: 8 June 2016

Product

Description

Lighting chain with 140 (35 blue, 35 green, 35 yellow, 35 red) / 180 white serial-parallel connected non-replaceable LED lamps. The product includes a socket outlet that allows the connection of another lighting chain. Packaging: transparent plastic box.

Brand

Unknown

Model / type

1) 144L LED fény; 2) 184L LED fény