35 Luzes -Natal Classico

Burns, Electric shock Lighting chains Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: 35 Luzes -Natal Classico
Alert NumberA12/0918/13
BrandUnknown
CategoryLighting chains
Risk TypeBurns, Electric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number HJ-35L/1F
Published26 July 2013

Risk Description

null The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - The dimensions of the wires are less than required and therefore the wires could overheat; -The insulation resistance is not sufficient therefor the user may touch live parts during connection and may get electric shock;The lamps in the lampholders may be easily rotated and the heat and flame resistance of the plastic of lampholders is not sufficient thus the product may cause burns.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 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: 25/05/2013

Product Description

The hangable lighting chain, which includes 35 replaceable miniature lamps fixed to a plastic frame, is attached to a colorful paper sheet in the form of a Santa Claus. The lighting chain includes serial connected 34 pcs miniature lamps with resistor bridge and one bi-metal lamp.Main parts of the

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