Lighting chains "Multi Function/Rope light"
02nd April 2011
Item Description:
1) Not known
2) Not known
3) Not known
Type/number of model:
1) 283, 277 278
2) 273, 271
3) 275, 279, 280, 281, 282, 284.
Description:
1) Lighting chains in the form of a star, shooting star or a Christmas tree; packaged in clear plastic bags.
2) Lighting chains in cardboard boxes.
3) Lighting chains in cardboard boxes.
Country of origin: China
Attached Images: (click to enlarge)
Danger:
Electric shock and Fire
The products pose a risk of electric shock and fire because:
1)
- the length of the cable between the plug and the first light bulb socket is too short;
- the nominal cross-section of the conductors is not sufficient;
- the cable is not strong enough;
- the terminals are not sufficient;
- it is not strong enough and live parts can be exposed;
- it did not have sufficient electric shock protection;
- it is not resistance to dust and moisture penetration;
- the insulation resistance is not sufficient.
2)
- the nominal cross-section of the conductors is not sufficient;
- the length between the plug and the first light bulb socket is not sufficient;
- protection against direct access to live parts is not guaranteed.
3)
- the length of the cable between the plug and the first light bulb socket is too short;
- the nominal cross-section of the conductors is not sufficient;
- the cable is not strong enough;
- the terminals are not sufficient;
- it is not strong enough and live parts can be exposed.
The products do not comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Action Taken:
Import rejected by the customs authorities.
Notifying Country:
SPAIN
The Next Step...
If you purchased this item, get in touch with the place you bought it from to find out what to do next.
If you live in the UK and need further advice, please contact Consumer Direct on 08454 04 05 06 or www.consumerdirect.gov.uk.
Notes & History:
02nd April 2011 by Recalls Importer
Item imported from European Commission RAPEX
