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Lighting chains — electric shock & fire risk (0624/06)

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockFireOct 6, 2006

Hazard

+<b> electric shock because:</b>-it failed during the electric strength test - electric breakdown occurred;- the product is not protected against ingress of water, which is required for outdoor use;- the dimensions of the plug fitted to the ends of the lighting chain do not comply with the standard requirements.+<b> fire because:</b>- the cross section area of the core is less than required in the standard; - the lighting chain can be connected to other lighting chains.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant standard EN 60598.

Measures taken

  • Sales ban ordered by the authority — Other

Product description

Lighting chain (CEDAR) “JEGCSAPÉGÕ”.Description: Product consists of 200 non-replaceable incandescent lamps. An extension set is provided with the product mains supply plug + cable + swivel socket). Mains supply plug has inscription Y001; 2.5 A 250 V VDE and cable 22AWG; 105°C; SPT-C. Technical specifications: 230V 50Hz2V 0,068mA 27W Class II.

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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