Christmas lighting chain
| Alert Number | 0302/08 |
| Brand | Multi function |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 140 rice light, EAN code: 6901022235224 |
| Published | 14 March 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- the nominal cross-section of the conductors is insufficient (detected value is 0.055 mm², which is less than 0.5 mm² required by the standard),- during mechanical testing the conductors of the network plug spring leaving the live parts accessible, - the cover of the flashing unit broke during the test leaving live parts accessible, - insufficient insulation of bulbs identified, - the conductors can be easily moved from and into the flashing unit.The product does not comply with 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): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Lighting chain comprised of 140 non-exchangeable lamps with flashing unit marked by “Flasher control unit, 220V, AC, 50 Hz, 0.33A, CE marking". On the other side of the flashing unit there is a button for switching between functions and a description of the functions. The packaging is a blue cardboard box with Christmas motif on the top and marking on the bottom.