LED OUTDOOR STRING LIGHTS LED ljusslinga

Electric shock Lighting chains Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: LED OUTDOOR STRING LIGHTS LED ljusslinga
Alert NumberA12/01757/22
BrandLighting by Havsö
CategoryLighting chains
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountrySweden
Country of OriginUnknown
Published16 December 2022

Risk Description

The product is foreseen for outdoor use but the end connector is not protected against water penetration, and water can reach live parts. Furthermore, live parts (metal thread parts of the lampholder) are accessible in the lamp cap when changing the lights, and the user could receive an electric shock from them. 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): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 01/11/2022

Product Description

IP44 black lighting chain with 10 LED bulbs, connectable to other chains, and with a large schuko plug. The product is advertised for outdoor use.

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