InfoCons Consumer Protection Alert : Lighting chain, 10 metres, with non-replaceable LED lights which can be connected directly to mains voltage, and a flashing control unit.

Lighting chain, 10 metres, with non-replaceable LED lights which can be connected directly to mains voltage, and a flashing control unit.

Name: 140LED Karácsony égő

Category: 10

Date: 2025-09-19

Product Category: Lighting chains

Risk Type: Electric shock

Danger: The basic insulated wires and heat shrink tubes are accessible, and the mains power cable, as well as the wires from the flashing unit, are not properly secured against pulling and twisting. These issues may expose users to touching accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock. Moreover, the cable lacks proper anchoring (missing strain relief), and the plug dimensions do not meet specifications. Furthermore, the product is not protected against moisture, despite being recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, the water could penetrate the product and 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): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 30/06/2025Type 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: 30/06/2025Type 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: 30/06/2025

Description: Lighting chain, 10 metres, with non-replaceable LED lights which can be connected directly to mains voltage, and a flashing control unit.

Notifying Country: Hungary

Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China

Alert Type: Consumer

Alert Level: Serious risk

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