CPSC2010-12-14
Extech Instruments Recalls Digital Clamp and Multimeters due to Electrocution Hazard
Extech Instruments, of Waltham, Mass.
Hazard
When the battery runs low, the meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off or low. This poses an electrocution hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and multimeters and contact Extech for a free replacement meter.
Sold at
Industrial and electrical distributors and wholesalers nationwide and at online tool and test equipment retailers from January 2008 to November 2010 for between $150 and $300.
Affected count
5,100 units
Injuries reported
Extech received one report of a meter displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Digital clamp meters and multimeters
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Extech toll-free at (855) 239-8324 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at http://www.extech.com/recall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Extech-Instruments-Recalls-Digital-Clamp-and-Multimeters-due-to-Electrocution-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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