InfoCons Consumer Protection Alert : Lighting chain with 240, non-replaceable LEDs and a flashing unit.

Lighting chain with 240, non-replaceable LEDs and a flashing unit.

Name: 240LED Karácsony égo

Category: 10

Date: 2025-09-12

Product Category: Lighting chains

Risk Type: Electric shock

Danger: The cable lacks a cable strain relief and, therefore, is not properly anchored. Moreover, the dimensions of the connection plug and socket are incorrect, and the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock. The product is not protected against moisture, although it is recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, water could penetrate the product, or the user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60598.

Measures: Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 05/05/2025Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 05/05/2025Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 05/05/2025

Description: Lighting chain with 240, non-replaceable LEDs and a flashing unit.

Notifying Country: Hungary

Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China

Alert Type: Consumer

Alert Level: Serious risk

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