[Recalled] Lighting chains — The products pose a risk of electric shock and fire because: - the soldered wir… | EU Safety Gate 2009-04-10
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | Lighting chains |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | REALM |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Issuing authority | EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) |
| Reference | 0470/09 |
| Country of notice | Hungary |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Hazard type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notice date | 10 April 2009 |
| Model / type | 1. RIC-1402 (on the packaging: GSH-140IC-2, Ref. Nr.:11402), 2. GSH-100IC-2 |
Why it was recalled
According to the EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) notice, the identified hazard is: The products pose a risk of electric shock and fire because: - the soldered wires are not fixed in the flashing unit, - there is no efficient protection against twisting and pulling, - the insulation of the flashing unit is insufficient, thus flashover can occur and the product can catch fire. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
This recall concerns Lighting chains products and was recorded by EU Safety Gate (RAPEX). Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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