Lighting chains
Lighting chains was recalled on 25 January 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0065/08. Electric shock risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- there is no double-insulation cable with different colour, - the cross-sectional area of the wiring (0.
| Alert Number | 0065/08 |
| Brand | CHRISTMAS |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 5202798880375,2. 300 MULTICOLOURED BULBS LIGHT CHAIN - RAIN, barcode: 5202798880214,3. 300 WHITE BULBS LIGHT CHAIN barcode: 5202798880085. |
| Model Number | 1. 300 WHITE BULBS LIGHT CHAIN - CURTAIN, |
| Published | 25 January 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of electric shock because:- there is no double-insulation cable with different colour, - the cross-sectional area of the wiring (0.11 mm2) does not comply with the requirements (min. acceptable 0.5 mm2),- the pins of the plug are shorter (18.30 mm) than required (acceptable 19.00 ± 0.50 mm), - the width of the plug base is 12.28 mm (min. acceptable 13.70 ± 0.70 mm) (item 1),- the width of the plug base is 12.34 mm (min. acceptable 13.70 ± 0.70 mm) (item 2),- there is no supply cord anchorage,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 from the market ordered by the authorities. Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
1. White-coloured light chain with 300 colourless lights, green function controller and black AC adaptor, packed in blue carton. For internal use. Technical characteristics: 24V, 50Hz, 50.4W, 2.5 A (2.5V, 70mA, 0.175W bulb x 300), 2. White-coloured light chain with 300 multicoloured lights, green function controller and black AC adaptor, packed in blue carton. For internal use. Technical characteristics: 24V, 50Hz, 50.4W, 2.5 A (2.5V, 70mA, 0.175W bulb x 300), 3. Green-coloured light chain with 300 colourless lights and green function controller and, packed in blue carton. For internal use. Technical characteristics: 230V, 50Hz, 33.6W, 2.5 A (1.5V, 70mA, 0.105W bulb x 300).
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Lighting chains.
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.