1. Product and company identification

• Product name: LED string lights, 50 bulbs, battery operated, 5m, warm white

• Manufacturer/Importer: IGB-Gruppe GmbH

• Address: Erlestraße 95, 45894 , Gelsenkirchen , DE, +49 209 3598 2666,

• Contact: info@igb-gruppe.de

2. Description of the product

• Intended use: Decorative items for the Christmas season, including table decorations, wreaths, figurines, flower arrangements, pendants, floral arrangements and fairy lights (LED) with mains operation (220 V) or battery operation.

• Material composition:

  • Materials: plastic (e.g. PE, PP), metal, electrical cables, LED lamps.

  • Electrical components: cable, power plug (220 V), battery compartment, LED light source.

  • Surfaces: Coated, colour-finished, insulated.

  • Additives: adhesives, coatings and protective covers.

3. Possible dangers

• Fire hazard: Improper use or damaged light chains can cause short circuits and fires.

• Electrical hazards: Electric shock if cables are damaged or handled improperly.

• Danger of overheating: Overloaded light chains (mains operation) or batteries can overheat and catch fire.

• Risk of injury: Sharp or protruding cable ends or damaged LEDs can cause injury.

• Choking hazard: Batteries or small parts can be swallowed by children.

• Chemical exposure: Leaking batteries can cause skin and eye irritation.

4. Safety instructions

4.1 General safety instructions

• Check fairy lights for damage before use.

• Do not use damaged cables, power plugs or battery compartments.

• Keep away from children and pets, especially batteries and small parts.

• Keep away from water and moisture unless the product is specifically designed for outdoor use.

• If the lights overheat, immediately unplug them from the power supply or remove the batteries.

4.2 Notes on use

1. Only use fairy lights according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

2. For mains-operated fairy lights:

   • Only connect to a tested, intact socket.

   • Do not overload multiple sockets.

   • Do not bend, crush or mechanically damage the cable.

3. For battery-operated fairy lights:

   • Use only suitable batteries.

   • Ensure batteries are polarized correctly and check regularly for leakage.

   • Dispose of empty batteries safely.

4. Do not use fairy lights in direct contact with flammable materials such as paper, moss or textiles.

5. When using outdoors, pay attention to the IP protection class.

6. Do not leave fairy lights running unattended.

4.3 Storage instructions

• Store fairy lights in a dry, dust-free place protected from light.

• Wind the cable carefully to avoid kinks and breaks.

• Remove batteries from battery compartments to prevent leakage.

5. First aid measures

• In case of electric shock: switch off the power source immediately, remove the affected person from the danger area and call for medical attention.

• If leaking batteries come into contact with skin: Wash with plenty of water and seek medical attention.

• If battery leakage causes eye irritation: Rinse immediately with clean water and seek medical advice.

• If batteries or small parts are swallowed: seek medical attention immediately.

6. Firefighting measures

• Suitable extinguishing agents: CO₂, powder, foam.

• Special measures: In case of electrical fires, disconnect the power supply before taking any extinguishing measures.

• Caution: Do not spray fire extinguishing water directly onto electrical components.

7. Storage and transport

• Storage:

  • Wind up the fairy lights carefully and store them in a way that protects them from shock.

  • Ensure storage in a dry, cool place protected from light.

• Transport:

  • Pack products shock- and break-proof.

  • Secure battery compartments to prevent accidental activation.

8. Disposal instructions

• Material-dependent disposal:

  • Electric fairy lights: Electrical recycling according to local regulations.

  • Batteries: Use special collection points for used batteries.

  • Cables and plastic: Recycling according to local regulations.

• Packaging materials: Recycling according to local regulations.

9. Additional information

• For further details on safe use, please refer to the instructions on the product packaging.

• Questions? Contact us at info@igb-gruppe.de.