Lighting chain
| Alert Number | 0497/08 |
| Brand | MULTI FUNCTION |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Rice light |
| Published | 9 May 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- the cover of the regulator fails the mechanical test, - the plug does not pass the spring-driven apparatus test, leaving live components accessible,- the chain cable is without marking and it has an insufficient cross-section of 0.06 mm² (minimum required by the standard is 0.50 mm²) and insufficient length of 0.88m.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): Import rejected by the customs authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Lighting chain with bulbs in the shape of varicoloured hearts, equipped with a regulatory device and packed in a blue cardboard box with a Christmas motif and marking "MULTI FUNCTION" and "Rice light".