Lighting Chain
| Alert Number | A12/0925/13 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Hungary |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model: HJ-30L/2F |
| Published | 26 July 2013 |
Risk Description
null The cross sectional area of the external and internal wires is not sufficient and the wires could overheat. The wire ends soldered to terminals of flashing unit are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. The accessible basic insulated wires can come into contact with sharp edges of the flashing switch and control unit. The lampholder contacts are not properly fixed. The heat and flame resistance of the plastic lamp-holders is not sufficient.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): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 25/05/2013
Product Description
Lighting chain with 30 replaceable miniature lamps fixed to a plastic frame with the inscription "Merry Christmas!". Packaging is a transparent plastic bag sealed with a cardboard label.