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Five-pointed star — recall A12/01916/20

EU Safety Gate (RAPEX) · Hungary · 2020-12-25 · Serious risk

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Agency
EU Safety Gate (RAPEX)
Recall identifier
A12/01916/20
Date of alert
2020-12-25
Country / jurisdiction
Hungary
Risk level
Serious risk
Risk type
Burns, Electric shock, Fire
Product category
Lighting chains
Product type
Lighting chain
Barcode (EAN/GTIN)
8595523035025
Reported risk: The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The structure of the cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs. The dimensions of the mains plug are substantially less than required. The product is not protected against moisture but is recommended for outdoor use. The cable could overheat, leading to burns or fire. The water could penetrate the product or the user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant European standard EN 60598.
Primary source: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10002674

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