Lighting chain
Lighting chain was recalled on 13 September 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/02629/24. Electric shock risk reported by Lithuania. The power cord and LED lights lack a secure fixing device, leaving the garland vulnerable to twisting.
| Alert Number | A12/02629/24 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | AG266 |
| Published | 13 September 2024 |
Risk Description
The power cord and LED lights lack a secure fixing device, leaving the garland vulnerable to twisting. Furthermore, the power cord can break easily, causing the LED wire snapped immediately. The LED power cord's cross-sectional area is at least 0.024 mm². Additionally, the cable between the fork and the first lamp, or the length of the first lamp socket, falls short of the required 1.5 m, measuring at least 0.63 m.The electrical insulation is inadequate. As a result, the user can receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60598.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Lighting chain with 300 non-replaceable LEDs. Z-type garland cable, voltage: 230 VAC, frequency: 60 Hz, power: 5 W, indicated degree of protection IP44.
⚡ 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.