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MX-135 LED Star Lighting Chain — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockApr 6, 2023
Photo from the official notice: MX-135 LED Star Lighting Chain — electric shock risk

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

Hazard

The product presents a risk of electric shock as it has inadequate protection. The cover on the flasher unit was easily removed without the use of a tool, which gave access to live parts. The plug fitted to this sample was a non-UK type plug. It had not been fitted with a suitable conversion plug, which presents a further risk of electric shock to the user. There product was not supplied with any instructions to ensure the safe and correct assembly, installation, use and maintenance of the equipment. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

Withdrawal of the product from the market

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

LED star lighting chain packaged in a see through plastic box

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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