Lighting chains

Requirements breached

The products pose a risk of electric shock because: - The cross-section area of the external and internal wires is not sufficient and the wires could consequently overheat. - The mechanical strength of the flashing unit is not sufficient and its cover can be fragmented, resulting in accessible live parts. - The dimensions of the plug are insufficient therefore the user may touch the pin of the plug during connection. -The structure of the swinging socket outlet enables single-pole insertion of plugs and the live parts of the free remaining pin are accessible. - The decorative lighting chain is not protected against moisture, yet it is recommended for outdoor use. The products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures taken

1. Withdrawal of the product from the market Compulsory measuresTaken by: Other
2. Recall of the product from end users Compulsory measuresTaken by: OtherIn force from: 26 June 2013

Product

Description

The lighting chains include serial-parallel connected non-replaceable, 192, blue LED lamps in the first model and red lights in the second. The products can be operated with flashing switch and control unit (8 functions). The main parts of the lighting chains are: two-pin plug ("2.5A 250V"); bipolar

Brand

A.I.&E.

Model / type

Model N°: 1. XN-723 2. XN-724

Batch

Batch n°: 354203, Barcode: 5 998791 197236; 5 998791 197243