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Lighting chain - Indoor Twinkling Lights

Electric shock, Fire Lighting chains Serious risk

Lighting chain - Indoor Twinkling Lights was recalled on 28 August 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1166/09. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by Cyprus. The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because it has a H03VH7V-H cable, instead of H03VV-F or H03VVH2-F.

Photo of recalled product: Lighting chain - Indoor Twinkling Lights
Alert Number1166/09
BrandCinlights Indoor
CategoryLighting chains
Risk TypeElectric shock, Fire
Notifying CountryCyprus
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberCINTER BV-NL 1187 ZS, 83312
Published28 August 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because it has a H03VH7V-H cable, instead of H03VV-F or H03VVH2-F.The 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): Sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Lighting chain with 360 lamps in cardboard box. 230V- 50Hz, 65W.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock, fire hazard related to Lighting chain - Indoor Twinkling Lights.

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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