CPSC2009-05-15
Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock Hazard
Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash.
Hazard
The meters can fail to give an appropriate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing a shock, electrocution, or thermal burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled Digital Clamp Meters immediately and contact Fluke for a free replacement clamp meter.
Sold at
Industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and some hardware stores nationwide from January 2008 through February 2009 for between $150 and $375.
Affected count
About 52,000
Injuries reported
Fluke has received three reports of clamp meters displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Fluke Digital Clamp Meters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Fluke toll-free at (888) 983-5853 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.fluke.com/33Xrecall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Digital-Clamp-Meters-Recalled-by-Fluke-Due-to-Shock-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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