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Lighting chain with LEDs and flashing unit

Electric shock Lighting chains Serious risk

Lighting chain with LEDs and flashing unit was recalled on 28 November 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1381/08. Electric shock risk reported by Hungary. The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the basic insulated live parts are accessible, - the cross-section area of the cord is less than required, - the dimensions of the plug do not comply with requirements, - there is no effective protection against pulling and twisting of the mains cord.

Photo of recalled product: Lighting chain with LEDs and flashing unit
Alert Number1381/08
BrandMulti function
CategoryLighting chains
Risk TypeElectric shock
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model Number100 LED Light, HY-803A, bar code: 2008989612014
Published28 November 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the basic insulated live parts are accessible, - the cross-section area of the cord is less than required, - the dimensions of the plug do not comply with requirements, - there is no effective protection against pulling and twisting of the mains cord. 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): Sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The lighting chain includes 100 series-parallel connected LEDs. The flashing unit controls 4 parallel circuits for operating the non-replaceable light sources. Main parts of the lighting chain: mains plug "2.5A 250V CE Y"; flashing unit HY-803A CE, ETS Germany, EMC tested, INPUT: 24-240VAC 50/60Hz, Made in CHINA, and unmarked mains supply cord. Technical parameters: on packaging: 55W 60 Hz; on control unit: 24-240 VAC 50/60Hz.

⚡ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Lighting chain with LEDs and flashing unit .

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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