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Svater String Lights sold via Amazon — electric shock risk

UK OPSSHigh riskElectric shockSold on AmazonAug 5, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Svater String Lights sold via Amazon — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Svater String Lights sold via Amazon — electric shock risk

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

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the cord insulation is inadequate and not suitable for long-term use outside. The consumer could receive an electric shock if the product becomes water damaged due to the incorrect cabling. The instructions did not contain some of the specified warnings which may result in the inadvertent misuse of the lighting chain. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border

Product description

A set of 128-foot LED string lights with black plastic bases attached to a UK wall plug. The product also includes instructions for use.

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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