was recalled on 6 October 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0639/06. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. These products pose a risk of electric shock because:- the insulation of the wires does not meet the requirements of the standard;- the cross section area of the wires is less than required;- the wire inlets of the flashing unit are sharp, thus the wires can get damaged;- the wires are not fixed against loosening.
| Alert Number | 0639/06 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | R160XXX |
| Published | 6 October 2006 |
Risk Description
These products pose a risk of electric shock because:- the insulation of the wires does not meet the requirements of the standard;- the cross section area of the wires is less than required;- the wire inlets of the flashing unit are sharp, thus the wires can get damaged;- the wires are not fixed against loosening. These products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant EN standard 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 chains (CEDAR)“HÁLÓ MINIFÜZÉR ÉGŐ” Lighting chain with 160 non-replaceable miniature incandescent lamps + an 8-function flashing unit.Description: The lighting chain consists of 160 series-parallel connected incandescent lamps with resistor bridge. The flashing unit controls 4 parallel-connected circuits for flashing the non-replaceable light sources. Main parts of the lighting chain: 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; 0,068 mA; 55W; by appearance Class II, IP20
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock 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.