String lights
String lights was recalled on 31 March 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0361/17. Electric shock risk reported by United Kingdom. The live parts of the travel adaptor can be easily touched by users as there are no safety gates preventing access.
| Alert Number | A12/0361/17 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Hong Kong |
| Model Number | EK-04 |
| Published | 31 March 2017 |
Risk Description
The live parts of the travel adaptor can be easily touched by users as there are no safety gates preventing access. A person could touch the live part of the adaptor and receive an electric shock.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive, the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 1994 or BS 1363.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Warm white LED light string garland with UK travel adaptor. Packed in a blue box with snowy pine trees, with white stars and patterns around the edge; orange, yellow and white text written in Russian; image of Santa Claus with a circle of small yellow stars around.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to String lights.
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.