was recalled on 6 October 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0625/06. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Hungary. The products pose a risk of:<b>+ electric shock because</b>:- the insulation of the wires does not meet the requirements;- the PVC insulated wires are not suitable for outdoor use;- the flashing unit and the lamp holders are not protected against ingress of water; - the cross section area of the wires is less than required;- the wire inlets of the flashing unit are sharp so the wires can get damaged; - the wires are not fixed against loosening.
| Alert Number | 0625/06 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 1. 6901022010050, 2. 6901022010067 |
| Model Number | 1. SM160XXX, 2. SM240XXX |
| Published | 6 October 2006 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of:<b>+ electric shock because</b>:- the insulation of the wires does not meet the requirements;- the PVC insulated wires are not suitable for outdoor use;- the flashing unit and the lamp holders are not protected against ingress of water; - the cross section area of the wires is less than required;- the wire inlets of the flashing unit are sharp so the wires can get damaged; - the wires are not fixed against loosening. <b>+ fire because</b>:- the power input is too high (126 W instead of the required 50W);- the resistance of the plastic parts of the lamp holders to ignition is not sufficient.The products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standard EN 60598.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Lighting chain (CEDAR). 1) 160 plug-in type miniature incandescent lamps and 8-function flashing unit, 2) 240 plug-in type miniature incandescent lamps and 8-function flashing unit.Description: Products consist of 160/240 series parallel connected non-replaceable incandescent lamps with resistor bridge. The flashing unit controls 4 parallel-connected circuits for flashing the plug-in type light sources. Main parts: bipolar plug with inscription: CH 2.5 A 250 V~ TS-01 VDE; flashing unit with inscriptions: FLASHER CONTROL UNIT 220V AC 50HZ 0.83A PRESS + names of functions. Technical specifications: 230V; 50Hz; 5 V; 0,13 mA; 104 W/125W; by appearance Class II, IP20.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.
Recommended action
Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy.
Who is at risk?
Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.