Indoor lights with Christmas theme
Indoor lights with Christmas theme was recalled on 22 December 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0855/06. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. This product poses a serious risk of: electric shock and fire because:- there is inadequate protection against electric shock because single insulation wiring is in contact with unearthed metalwork; - the counterfeit mains plug does not comply with the standard;- counterfeit fuse does not comply with the standard; - there is a fuse rating 13 amp on inadequately rated cable;- individual supply wires to lamps are not double insulated;- mains cord connections to control box are not secure;- cable cross-section is 0.
| Alert Number | 0855/06 |
| Category | Lighting equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 22 December 2006 |
Risk Description
This product poses a serious risk of: electric shock and fire because:- there is inadequate protection against electric shock because single insulation wiring is in contact with unearthed metalwork; - the counterfeit mains plug does not comply with the standard;- counterfeit fuse does not comply with the standard; - there is a fuse rating 13 amp on inadequately rated cable;- individual supply wires to lamps are not double insulated;- mains cord connections to control box are not secure;- cable cross-section is 0.2 sq mm, which is well below required minimum. This product does not comply with the relevant European standards EN 60598 and EN 1363.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Suspension of sales ordered by the authorityDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall from consumersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Category: Lighting equipmentProduct: Indoor lights with Christmas themeBrand: UnknownType/number of model: Unknown
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Indoor lights with Christmas theme.
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.