Christmas light lighting chain — electric shock & fire risk
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Hazard
The product is not protected against moisture, despite being recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, water could penetrate the product and cause an electric shock. Moreover, the product could easily break in case of an impact. Damaged equipment may thus overheat and lead to a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60598-2-20.
Measures taken
- Recall of the product from end users — Other
Product description
Decorative lighting chain. Product sold online, in particular via Shein.
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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