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Lighting chain "10m Rope Light" — electric shock risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockFeb 10, 2012
Photo from the official notice: Lighting chain "10m Rope Light" — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Lighting chain "10m Rope Light" — electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

The product poses a risk of electric shock because:·         The cover of the flashing device does not have sufficient mechanical strength.·         The cable is not properly attached to the flashing device.·         The cross-sectional area of the internal wires is not sufficient.·         Water can penetrate live parts causing electrical breakdown. ·         The electrical insulation is not sufficient.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Product description

Lighting chain made from transparent PVC with coloured bulbs. Packed in a cardboard box with a picture of green and red lighting chains.

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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