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LED lighting chain — electric shock & fire risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockFireDec 17, 2021
Photo from the official notice: LED lighting chain — electric shock & fire risk

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Hazard

The clearance/creepage distances between the primary and accessible secondary circuits of the LEDs are not sufficient, and the product lacks the appropriate insulation of the mains cable, external conductors and LED casings, and against humidity despite the product being advertised for outdoor use. Accessible parts can become live and the user could receive an electric shock from them. Finally, due to insufficient endurance of the light string, the product may catch fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and of the relevant European standards EN 60598-1 and EN 60598-2-20.

Measures taken

  • Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace — Other

Product description

Outdoor String Lights. 110V/220V US/EU Plug Globe Patio String Light ZH Chic. The product was sold online, in particular, via Wish.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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