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Lighting chain “200L LED LIGHTS” — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/04099/25
Summary
The cable lacks proper anchoring (missing strain relief) and the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The user could touch accessible live parts, which can lead to an electric shock. Furthermore, the product is not protected against moisture, despite being recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, the water could penetrate the product and cause an electric shock. The product does not comply with the…
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Product
Lighting chain
- Name / model
- 200L LED LIGHTS · BTDT200B
- Barcode
- 6852301209064
- Category
- Lighting chains
- Lighting chain with non-replaceable LED lights, plastic transparent wire and a flat mains plug.
What is the risk?
- The cable lacks proper anchoring (missing strain relief) and the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The user could touch accessible live parts, which can lead to an electric shock. Furthermore, the product is not protected against moisture, despite being recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, the water could penetrate the product and cause an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60598.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 30/04/2024
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 30/04/2024
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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