CPSC2007-03-15
Amprobe Recalls Clamp Meters Due to Shock Hazard
Amprobe Test Tools, of Everett, Wash.
Hazard
The meters can fail to give an appropriate voltage reading, resulting in the operator believing the electrical power is off, which can pose a risk of shock, electrocution, or thermal burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled clamp meters immediately and contact Amprobe for a free replacement clamp meter.
Sold at
Industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and hardware stores nationwide from January 2002 through December 2006 for about $100.
Affected count
About 70,000
Injuries reported
Amprobe is aware of one report of a clamp meter displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
Amprobe Digital Clamp Meters used for electrical testing
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Amprobe at (800) 350-8661 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.amprobe.com/recall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Amprobe-Recalls-Clamp-Meters-Due-to-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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