Lighting chain

What is the danger

The mains cable is not properly anchored and the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The structure of cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs. A user might touch the live parts and suffer an electric shock.

Requirements breached

The cables are too thin. This can cause the cables to overheat during use and could lead to a fire. The product does not comply with the the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures taken

1. Withdrawal of the product from the market Compulsory measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 7 February 2019
2. Recall of the product from end users Compulsory measuresTaken by: DistributorIn force from: 7 February 2019

Product

Description

Lighting chain with non-replaceable yellow or blue 100 LED lamps. The product includes a socket outlet that allows the connection of another lighting chain. It is sold in a transparent plastic box.

Brand

Unknown

Model / type

Type: WT-LED1-100C ; Ref: 1.1200777- yellow; 2. 1200776- blue

Batch

1.) 8 040012 007774, yellow 2.) 8 040012 007767, blue