100 Rice Lights

Electric shock, Fire Lighting chains Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: 100 Rice Lights
Alert NumberA12/0552/14
BrandUnknown
CategoryLighting chains
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberYS-100L-R
Published18 April 2014

Risk Description

null The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the control unit and to the lamps are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. The wires can come into contact with the sharp edges of the control unit. The product is not protected against moisture although recommended for outdoor use. The wires can overheat as they are too thin.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 27/02/2014

Product Description

Lighting chain with 100 miniature lamps. The colours of the lamps are blue, red, green and yellow. Packaging: colourful cardboard box

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