LED Decorative lights
| Alert Number | A12/00546/22 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 8 April 2022 |
Risk Description
The mechanical strength of the control device is not sufficient, the conductors in the wires are too thin, the distance between the plug and the first lamp or lampholder is too short and the protection against water is not sufficient. A user could receive an electric shock from accessible live parts or if water enters the product. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60598-1 and EN 60598-2-20.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Stop of salesDate of entry into force: 04/03/2022Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 04/03/2022Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 04/03/2022
Product Description
White light chain with LED bulbs with a device to change the lighting mode. The chain is not marked with the trademark or name of the manufacturer or importer with the full address, model or type designation, or other identification mark or other mandatory technical data.