EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Electrical appliances and equipment
Connector MS “Connector for LED Rope Lights” — risk: burns, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/02271/25
Summary
The plug attached to the connector is supplied with a fuse that does not contain a sufficient granular filler. If a fault occurs and the fuse malfunctions, the plug can explode from the wall and cause a fire. If the user is near the power source, they may also receive burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
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Product
Connector — MS
- Brand
- MS
- Name / model
- Connector for LED Rope Lights
- Barcode
- 502222514212
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- White connector wall plug intended for use with LED rope lights.
What is the risk?
- The plug attached to the connector is supplied with a fuse that does not contain a sufficient granular filler. If a fault occurs and the fuse malfunctions, the plug can explode from the wall and cause a fire. If the user is near the power source, they may also receive burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 17/03/2025
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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