Lighting chain
Burns, Electric shock, Fire Lighting chains Other types of alerts
| Alert Number | INFO/00041/20 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 20 March 2020 |
Risk Description
The cable is too thin. Consequently, it could overheat during use, leading to burns or causing a fire.Additionally, the cable is not properly anchored, its isolation is insufficient and the plug is too small allowing single pole insertion. Thereby, live parts could become accessible increasing the risk of the user receiving an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 11/12/2019
Product Description
Lighting chain with 50 non-replaceable, white miniature lamps.