EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Lighting chains
Lighting chain “240LED Karácsony égo” — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/03250/25
Summary
The cable lacks a cable strain relief and, therefore, is not properly anchored. Moreover, the dimensions of the connection plug and socket are incorrect, and the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock. The product is not protected against moisture, although it is recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, water could penetrate the…
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Product
Lighting chain
- Name / model
- 240LED Karácsony égo · DN-73
- Barcode
- 8595523035063
- Category
- Lighting chains
- Lighting chain with 240, non-replaceable LEDs and a flashing unit.
What is the risk?
- The cable lacks a cable strain relief and, therefore, is not properly anchored. Moreover, the dimensions of the connection plug and socket are incorrect, and the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock. The product is not protected against moisture, although it is recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, water could penetrate the product, or the user could touch accessible live parts, which may 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): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 05/05/2025
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 05/05/2025
- 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: 05/05/2025
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