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Lighting chain

Electric shock Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk

Lighting chain was recalled on 31 March 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00627/23. Electric shock risk reported by Germany. The electrical wire may protrude from the housing or casing and expose live partswhich user may touch and receive an electric shock.

Photo of recalled product: Lighting chain
Alert NumberA12/00627/23
CategoryElectrical appliances and equipment
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published31 March 2023

Risk Description

The electrical wire may protrude from the housing or casing and expose live partswhich user may touch and receive an electric shock. 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): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 27/02/2023

Product Description

Lighting chain, 6 meters long with 30 LED lights. Product sold online.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Lighting chain.

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.

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