Lighting chain

Product details

Product name	Merry Christmas 240 LED Christmas lights
Model / type	XM-240-C-L-LO
Barcode	6902104579168
Category	Lighting chains
Risk type	Burns, Electric shock, Fire
Risk level	Serious risk
Country of origin	People's Republic of China
Reported by	Hungary
Published	3 March 2022

The hazard

The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The product is not protected against moisture despite being recommended for outdoor use (water may penetrate the product). The user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric chock. The cable could overheat, leading to burns or fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor the European standard EN 60598.

Product description

Lighting chain with non-replaceable, white 240 LED lamps and with controller unit of 8 program.

Measures taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Other
Category of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
Date of entry into force: 01/02/2022
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Distributor
Category of measure(s): Destruction of the product
Date of entry into force: 20/01/2022
Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users

What should you do?

Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.

Official notice ↗ · Source: Safety Gate (European Commission)

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