AVELUM - LED METEOR LIGHT
AVELUM - LED METEOR LIGHT was recalled on 25 January 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0095/19. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by France. Water penetration is possible as the product is not protected against moisture and the electrical insulation is insufficient.
| Alert Number | A12/0095/19 |
| Brand | AveyLum |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | X00RGCCBF |
| Published | 25 January 2019 |
Risk Description
Water penetration is possible as the product is not protected against moisture and the electrical insulation is insufficient. As a consequence, the product might short-circuit and cause a fire and users may suffer an electric shock. 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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 20/12/2018
Product Description
Lighting chains in the form of tubes, packaged in a long green and purple cardboard box. The product has been sold online (in particular via Amazon).
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to AVELUM - LED METEOR LIGHT.
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.