ENERGY SAVING LED
ENERGY SAVING LED was recalled on 14 February 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00183/20. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Slovakia. The mechanical strength of the control device is not sufficient, the conductors in the wires are too thin, and the protection against water is not sufficient, which could result in electric shock or fire.
| Alert Number | A12/00183/20 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 5901780540517, 59017805405245901780540586, 5901780540593, 59017805406095901780540616, 5901780540463, 5901780540500 |
| Model Number | 1718681, 1718682, 1718683, 1718684, 1718687, 1718691, 1718692, 1718693 |
| Published | 14 February 2020 |
Risk Description
The mechanical strength of the control device is not sufficient, the conductors in the wires are too thin, and the protection against water is not sufficient, which could result in electric shock or fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive, the relevant European standards EN 60598, EN 62368-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 17/12/2019Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 17/12/2019
Product Description
Lighting chains with 20, 500, 100 and 200 LED bulbs.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to ENERGY SAVING LED.
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.