Merry Christmas 100 LED
Merry Christmas 100 LED was recalled on 1 November 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/03052/24. Electric shock risk reported by Slovakia. Due to insufficient mechanical strength of the product, an insufficient cross-section of the wires, and an insufficient protection against moisture, the user may access live parts and receive an electric shock.
| Alert Number | A12/03052/24 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 100M85 |
| Published | 1 November 2024 |
Risk Description
Due to insufficient mechanical strength of the product, an insufficient cross-section of the wires, and an insufficient protection against moisture, the user may access live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the European standards EN 60598-1 and EN 60598-2-20.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Lighting chain of green colour, which contains 100 LEDs of non-replaceable light sources. The product is sold with a device for changing lighting modes.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Merry Christmas 100 LED.
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.