Lighting chain - 140 L darabos
Lighting chain - 140 L darabos was recalled on 28 August 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1152/09. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the wires connecting the miniature lamps have only single insulation, - the cross section area of the core of the wire is less than required, - the cable inlets of the flashing unit have sharp edges, - there is no protection against pulling force in the flashing unit.
| Alert Number | 1152/09 |
| Brand | NTH |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 140L on the packaging, 140L RICE LIGHT on the product, bar code: 6924324307024 |
| Published | 28 August 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- the wires connecting the miniature lamps have only single insulation, - the cross section area of the core of the wire is less than required, - the cable inlets of the flashing unit have sharp edges, - there is no protection against pulling force in the flashing unit.This product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The lighting chain includes 140 db series-parallel connected non-replaceable lamps with resistor bridge. The flashing unit controls 4 parallel circuits. Main components: bipolar plug (2.5 A 250 V~); flashing unit (FLASHER CONTROL UNIT 230 V AC 50 HZ 0.83 A CE TÜV EMC NTH PRESS); two-core mains cable without marking. Technical parameters: 230 V~, 50 Hz, Max 65 W, Class II, IP20, bulbs: 6.5 V, 0.07 A 0.455 W.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Lighting chain - 140 L darabos.
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.