Christmas LED Twinkle Lights
Christmas LED Twinkle Lights was recalled on 27 July 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1086/12. Burns, Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of burns and electric shock because:· The cross section area of the external wires is not sufficient and the wires could consequently overheat.
| Alert Number | A12/1086/12 |
| Brand | Well |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | LIGHT-STRING-LED-100BE-WIRE-GN-WELL |
| Published | 27 July 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns and electric shock because:· The cross section area of the external wires is not sufficient and the wires could consequently overheat.· The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the control unit are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting and live metal parts could consequently become accessible.· The insulation resistance is not sufficient.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Product Description
Lighting chains with 100 serial-parallel connected non-replaceable LED lamps.. Packaging: cardboard box
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, electric shock hazard related to Christmas LED Twinkle Lights.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.