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10/30/50m Decorative Fairy Lights sold via Wish — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on WishJul 26, 2023
Photo from the official notice: 10/30/50m Decorative Fairy Lights sold via Wish — electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plastic control enclosure failed the mechanical strength test exposing live parts. The product also does not meet the minimum creepage and clearance distance requirements. The product was also missing user instructions and relevant markings. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The product has been recalled from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

LED icicle string lights supplied in transparent plastic packaging.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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