Égö beltéri - 100 LED

Electric shock, Fire Lighting chains Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Égö beltéri - 100 LED
Alert NumberA12/0918/15
BrandUnknown
CategoryLighting chains
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number100LED (on the product), 633538 (on the label)
Published24 July 2015

Risk Description

null The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and the wires could overheat. The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the control unit and the LEDs are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. The socket of the extension lead enables single-pole insertion of a plug with the free remaining live pin accessible. The accessible basic insulated wires can come into contact with sharp edges of the control unit and could be damaged. The insulation provided by the shrink tubing for the bulbs is inadequate. The product is not protected against moisture yet is recommended for outdoor use. 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 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: 07/03/2015

Product Description

Lighting chain with control unit made of 100 LED lamps. The colours of the lamps are blue, red, green and yellow. The product is supplied in a transparent plastic box.

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