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The cable is not properly anchored and is too thin. The accessible wires have inadequate insulation. The structure of cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs. The product is not protected against moisture but is recommended for outdoor use. The cable could overheat, burning the user or leading to a 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.

Published: 21 August 2020
Notifying authority: Hungary
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer. Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market. Date of entry into force: 26/02/2020 · Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Retailer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: 26/02/2020

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/01168/20
Model: HL100, XM-LED1-100C
Check-digit validated barcodes: 9796104579207

Classification

Category: Lighting chains
Risk type: Burns, Electric shock, Fire
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

Lighting chain with 100 non-replaceable, purple LED lamps. The product includes a socket outlet that allows the connection of another lighting chain. The product is recommended for outdoor use.