EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Lighting chains
Lighting chain with non-replaceable 100 LEDs "100L FAHI — risk: electric shock, fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. 0681/12
Summary
null The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:· The cross-sectional area of the wires is not sufficient and the wires can consequently overheat.· The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the control unit and the LEDs are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. · The accessible wires have only basic insulation and if they come into contact with the sharp edges of the flashing…
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Product
Lighting chain with non-replaceable 100 LEDs "100L — FAHI
- Brand
- FAHI
- Name / model
- : “100LLED”
- Batch number(s)
- -
- Category
- Lighting chains
- Lighting chain with serial-parallel connected, non-replaceable 100 LED lamps. The product can be operated with an 8-function flashing switch and control unit.
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:· The cross-sectional area of the wires is not sufficient and the wires can consequently overheat.· The wire ends soldered to the terminals of the control unit and the LEDs are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. · The accessible wires have only basic insulation and if they come into contact with the sharp edges of the flashing switch and the control unit they could be damaged, resulting in live wires become accessible. · The dimensions of the plug are substantially less than required and during connection the user may touch the pin of the plugs.· The electric insulation is not sufficient.· It is not protected against moisture but is recommended for outdoor use. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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