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EU Safety GateRecalled 2006-07-14serious risk

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What happened

A decorative 100-miniature-light chain with a five-way flasher function has been recalled due to electrical safety hazards. The product has wiring with a cross-section area smaller than required, inadequate cord anchorage, improper spacing between the plug and first lamp, and insufficient dielectric resistance. Additionally, Greek-language instructions for use are missing from the product. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and European Low Voltage Standards. The lights come in a red paper box and are marked for indoor use only.

The product has been ordered to be withdrawn from the market by authorities. The source document does not specify what consumers should do if they have already purchased this product or how to proceed with the recall.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

This product poses a risk of electric shock and fire because:- The cross section area of the lighting chain’s wiring is less than specified. - There is inadequate cord anchorage.- There is inappropriate distance between the plug and the first lamp. - There is inadequate dielectric resistance.- The Greek instructions for use are missing. This product does not comply with the LVD Directive and the LVD European Standards.

What should I do?

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Details from the source

100 miniature lights – Five way flasherDecorative 100 lamps lighting chain with five way flasher, packed in red paper box depicting part of Christmas tree, with the indications: 100 MINIATURE LIGHTS, FIVE WAY FLASHER, For indoor use, Pre-tested, Steady burning or flashing, Guaranteed to light, Full size set, One goes out, rest stay lit, Included spare bulbs, Energy saver. Notifying country: Greece

Source

Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗

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