Electric shock, Fire Decorative articles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0495/06 |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 11 August 2006 |
Risk Description
The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the standard EN 60598 on 9 check points, including:- The cross section area of the lighting chain’s wiring is less than required.- The product does not meet the marking requirements, including wattage, voltage, frequency, Class II symbol and indoor use indication.- The Greek instructions for use are missing.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authority. Press release has also been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Decorative yellow coloured lighting star-shaped tube, sold unpacked and without any indications on it.Type/model: Lichterkette für Innen.