Lighting chain with LEDs and flashing unit
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A lighting chain with 100 LEDs and a flashing unit (model 100 LED Light, HY-803A) has been recalled due to multiple electrical safety hazards. The product's basic insulated live parts are accessible to users, the mains cord has an inadequate cross-section, the plug dimensions do not meet safety requirements, and there is no proper protection against pulling or twisting of the cord. The product fails to comply with the Low Voltage Directive and European standard EN 60598.
Authorities have ordered a sales ban on this product. The recall notice does not specify what remedy consumers should pursue if they have already purchased the item.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
The product poses a risk of electric shock because: - the basic insulated live parts are accessible, - the cross-section area of the cord is less than required, - the dimensions of the plug do not comply with requirements, - there is no effective protection against pulling and twisting of the mains cord. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
The lighting chain includes 100 series-parallel connected LEDs. The flashing unit controls 4 parallel circuits for operating the non-replaceable light sources. Main parts of the lighting chain: mains plug "2.5A 250V CE Y"; flashing unit HY-803A CE, ETS Germany, EMC tested, INPUT: 24-240VAC 50/60Hz, Made in CHINA, and unmarked mains supply cord. Technical parameters: on packaging: 55W 60 Hz; on control unit: 24-240 VAC 50/60Hz. Model: 100 LED Light, HY-803A, bar code: 2008989612014 Notifying country: Hungary
Official record: EU Safety Gate ↗
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