Lighting chain - Christmas collection – "Light up your life this Christmas"
Lighting chain - Christmas collection – "Light up your life this Christmas" was recalled on 8 May 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0603/09. Electric shock risk reported by Bulgaria. The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the top of the control box is attached in a way that it opens partially with minimum effort, - there is no anchorage in the supply cord, - the supply cord have basic insulation, - the conductors of the supply cord have a cross-section area of less than 0,5 mm²,- the plug does not meet requirements.
| Alert Number | 0603/09 |
| Brand | Mini light |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | models: 100L, 140L, 180L and 240L |
| Published | 8 May 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the top of the control box is attached in a way that it opens partially with minimum effort, - there is no anchorage in the supply cord, - the supply cord have basic insulation, - the conductors of the supply cord have a cross-section area of less than 0,5 mm²,- the plug does not meet requirements. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
100, 140, 180 and 240 lighting chains with miniature light bulbs (rice lights); coloured yellow, green, blue, red. The chains are provided with a control device for changing the lighting effects. The plug is type “euro” with symbols 2.5А 250V, 50Hz. The product is packed in a violet cardboard box with pictures of icicles and a light chain, marked “Christmas Collection, mini light, Light up your life this Christmas”.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Lighting chain - Christmas collection – "Light up your life this Christmas".
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.