CPSC2009-04-07
Stanley and Solarwide Industrial Recall Stud Sensors Due to Shock Hazard
Solarwide Industrial Ltd., of Hong Kong
Hazard
The stud sensor can fail to calibrate properly and detect AC electrical wires behind the wall, posing a shock hazard to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Stanley to determine if their stud sensor is included in the recall and to receive a free replacement sensor.
Sold at
Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from November 2007 through January 2009 for between $20 and $30.
Affected count
About 78,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Hong Kong
Products
Stanley® Stud Sensors 200 and Stanley® FatMax® Stud Sensors 400
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Stanley toll-free at (866) 215-1132 between from 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.stanleytools.com or e-mail Stanley at stanleytools@stanleycustomercare.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Stanley-and-Solarwide-Industrial-Recall-Stud-Sensors-Due-to-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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