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LED Tree for Outdoor Use — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockNov 6, 2024
Photo from the official notice: LED Tree for Outdoor Use — 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 because the power supply is not suitable for outdoor use. If the consumer were to use the product outside as stated, the power supply does not have the ability to stop water ingress. When exposed to moisture, water may enter the casing of the transformer and cause the user to receive an electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border

Product description

An LED lit decorative tree for use outdoors.

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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