LED string light

Electric shock Lighting chains Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: LED string light
Alert NumberA12/0124/17
BrandUnknown
CategoryLighting chains
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryPoland
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number588M (200 light set)786M (200 light set)785M (100 light set)595W (500 light set)
Published3 February 2017

Risk Description

null The design of the cord extension socket enables single-pole insertion of a plug leaving the remaining live pin accessible, causing a risk of electric shock if the user touches it. The insulation of the cable can easily break leaving the live conductors accessible.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598 and the relevant standard IEC 60884.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 20/12/2016

Product Description

LED lighting chains with 8 functions. Depending on the type, there are sets which consist of 100, 200 or 500 lights. Specification: 230V, 50Hz. Each set is packed in a cardboard box.

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