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HEART SHAPE LIGHT lighting chain — electric shock & fire risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskElectric shockFireMay 9, 2008

Hazard

The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- the cover of the regulator fails the mechanical test, - the regulatory device is not properly connected to the chain, - the chain cables have an insufficient cross-section of 0.05 mm² (minimum required by the standard is 0.50 mm²).The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.

Measures taken

  • Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer — Other

Product description

Lighting chain with bulbs in the shape of red paprikas with decorative green leaves. Includes a regulatory device with 8 functions, and is packed in a red cardboard box with pictures of a Christmas tree and Santa Claus. Contains the following markings – "HEART SHAPE LIGHT", type 60L, CE mark, country of origin and warnings in foreign languages.

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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