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Lighting chain — electric shock risk (0021/07)

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockJan 13, 2007

Hazard

This product poses a serious risk of electric shock due to the following non-compliances with the relevant European standard EN 60598:- the length of the wire between the plug and the first bulb holder is 1 m, which is less than the required 1,5 m;- the wire in the chain has inferior characteristics to those specified in the standard;- the nominal cross-section of the conductors is 0,36 mm², which is less than the required 50 mm²;- the required safety markings and instructions are missing.The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.

Measures taken

  • Import of the product has been rejected by the customs authorities — Other

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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