Lighting chain
Lighting chain was recalled on 25 January 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0093/19. Electric shock, Fire risk reported by France. The casing can break easily, exposing live parts, and the product is not sufficiently resistant to moisture.
| Alert Number | A12/0093/19 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | ref. LED100-IP44 |
| Published | 25 January 2019 |
Risk Description
The casing can break easily, exposing live parts, and the product is not sufficiently resistant to moisture. A user might touch the live parts and suffer an electric shock and/or water might come into contact with the live parts, leading to fire.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 taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 20/12/2018
Product Description
Electrical lighting chain in a light grey cardboard box. The product has been sold online (in particular on eBay).
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock, fire 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.