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Product recall · CPSCMarch 15, 2007Serious
Amprobe Clamp Meters Due to Shock Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
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.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using these recalled clamp meters immediately and contact Amprobe for a free replacement clamp meter.
Who to 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
The product
Only Amprobe brand digital clamp meter models ACD-10PRO, ACD-10 TRMS-PRO, ACD-14 and ACD-14TRMS, except those model numbers followed by "FX" or "PLUS," are included in the recall. "Amprobe" and the model numbers are printed on the front of the units. These clamp meters measure 0 to 600 volts alternating current (VAC), and 0 to 600 volts direct current (VDC). In addition, they measure 0 to 400 amps alternating current. The tester body is red and gray and measures 7-1/2 inches in length by 2-1/2 inches in width by 1-1/4 inches thick.
Details
- Units affected
- About 70,000
- Recall date
- March 15, 2007
- Brand
- Amprobe Test Tools, of Everett, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Amprobe is aware of one report of a clamp meter displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.
ACD-10PRO
Industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and hardware stores nationwide from January 2002 through December 2006 for about $100.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Amprobe Recalls Clamp Meters Due to Shock Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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