Product Safety Report: Svater 50FT Outdoor String Lights LED Mains Powered sold via Amazon (2301-0069)
Product Safety Report for Svater 50FT Outdoor String Lights LED Mains Powered sold via Amazon presenting a risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Svater 50FT Outdoor String Lights LED Mains Powered sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a risk of electric shock as when tested there is inadequate protection against electric shock and creepage and clearance distances are insufficient.
Corrective action: Withdrawal of the product from the market. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Lighting Chain |
|---|---|
| ASIN | B08JG63G7S |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | A lighting chain consisting of 25 plastic mains powered LED globe lights, 50 feet in length |
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Hazard
The product presents a medium risk of electric shock as when tested there is inadequate protection against electric shock and creepage and clearance distances are insufficient. The outlet connector fails to comply with contact depth minimum requirement of 3.0 mm, having a depth of only 2.2 mm. The minimum creepage and clearance distances for reinforced insulation between the lamp cap live contact terminal and accessible surface was 2.2 mm, the minimum requirements are 3.0 mm clearance and 5.0 mm creepage based on material PTI (proof tracking index) <600. Furthermore, the product did not contain an IP44 rating for outdoor use.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
OPSS are requiring the withdrawal of the product from the market.
The product has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2301-0069
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards