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Product Recall: Christmas Fairy Lights for Outdoor Use sold via Fruugo (2208-0179)

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Published26 July 2023

The hazard

Product Recall for Christmas Fairy Lights for Outdoor Use presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Product description

Summary Product: Christmas Fairy Lights for Outdoor Use sold via Fruugo Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock due to easy access to live parts. Corrective action: The authority are requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Fruugo). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Fairy Lights Barcode 9791442669986 Fruugo ID 69141138-139052815 Listing Name Fairy Lights Outside, Fairy Lights Fairy Lights Ip55 Waterproof Country of Origin China Product description Plastic LED fairy lights chain with transformer and separate 3-pin power adaptor, supplied in transparent plastic packaging with a red Christmas-themed trim. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plastic control enclosure has insufficient mechanical strength, exposing live parts. If a user touches the live part, they will receive an electric shock. The product also requires improvement to marking, labelling and documentation. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action The authority is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Fruugo). Additional information PSD case number: 2208-0179 Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

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: Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS)

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