Christmas lighting chain
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
A Christmas lighting chain model "180 rice light" (EAN 6901022235231) has been recalled due to multiple electrical safety hazards. The product's electrical conductors are undersized at 0.055 mm² when standards require at least 0.5 mm², and the conductors can become exposed during use or testing. The flashing unit's cover can break during normal use, exposing live electrical parts, and the insulation on the bulbs is insufficient. The product does not meet the Low Voltage Directive or European standard EN 60598, creating risks of electric shock and fire. The 180-lamp product comes in a blue cardboard box marked "180 Rice Light" and includes a flasher control unit marked for 220V AC, 50 Hz operation.
The manufacturer has voluntarily withdrawn the product from the market. Consumers who have this product should consult the recall source for specific instructions on how to proceed, as the available record does not specify a consumer remedy.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- the nominal cross-section of the conductors is insufficient (detected value is 0.055 mm², which is less than 0.5 mm² required by the standard), - during mechanical testing the conductors of the network plug spring leaving the live parts accessible, - insufficient insulation of bulbs identified, - the cover of the flashing unit breaks during the test leaving the live parts accessible,- the conductors can be easily moved from and into the flashing unit, The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
The Christmas lighting chain is comprised of 180 non-exchangeable lamps. It is equipped with a flashing unit with marking “Flasher control unit, 220V AC, 50 Hz, 0,83A, CE“, a button for switching between functions and a description of the functions. Packaging - a blue cardboard box with Christmas motif on the top and text "180 Rice Light", and marking on the bottom of box in 3 languages. Model: 180 rice light, EAN code: 6901022235231 Notifying country: Slovakia
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
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