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Product Recall: Star and Moon-Shaped LED Lighting Chain sold via eBay (2208-0076)

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Published7 August 2023

The hazard

Product Recall for Star and Moon-Shaped LED Lighting Chain sold via eBay presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Product description

Summary Product: Star and Moon-Shaped LED Lighting Chain sold via eBay Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it fails to provide adequate protection from live parts. Corrective action: OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Lighting chain eBay item number 363599126766 Listing name Christmas Fairy Lights LED Window Curtain Star Moon String Light Bedroom Decor Country of Origin Unknown Product description A clear star and moon shaped lighting chain with white control enclosure. Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it fails to provide adequate protection against electric shock. When impact tests were performed, the white plastic control enclosure broke open, potentially giving users access to live parts. The minimum creepage and clearance distances between live and neutral on the control Printed Circuit Board (PCB) tracks was measured to be 1.15mm. This is below the required distance of 1.5mm clearance and 2.5mm creepage. The product was supplied with a non-UK plug and no adapter was provided. The product did not contain a marking label and no user instructions were provided. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Corrective action OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay) Additional information PSD case number: 2208-0076 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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