Happy Diwali Light 100L

Burns, Electric shock Lighting chains Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Happy Diwali Light 100L
Alert NumberA12/0690/13
BrandUnknown
CategoryLighting chains
Risk TypeBurns, Electric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number100L
Published14 June 2013

Risk Description

null The product poses a risk of burns and electric shock because:- The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is less than the minimum requirement, and they could consequently overheat.- The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the flashing switch and control unit and the lamps are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. As a result, live metal parts could become accessible to the user.- The accessible wires have only basic insulation and come into contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit. In case of damage, live metal parts become accessible to the user.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standard EN 60598.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 21/11/2012

Product Description

The lighting chain is made of 100 serial-parallel connected and non-replaceable miniature LEDs. The product can be operated by a flashing switch and control unit (8 functions).The product is packed in a colourful cardboard box.

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