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Product recall · CPSCMarch 11, 2010Serious
Noncontact Electrical Tester
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The testers can fail to give an indication of live voltage, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing a risk of serious injury or death from electrical shock or thermal burns.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — The agency describes a risk of serious injury or death.
What it looks like
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Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Fluke for a free replacement.
Who to 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 Web site at www.fluke.com/1AC-A1recall
The product
The Fluke voltage testers look like a pen with a yellow, white and gray body. The testers measure 90 to 1000 volts alternating current (VAC). "Fluke" and the model number are printed on the front of each unit. The recall involves Fluke 1AC-A1-I VoltAlert® tester with the following model and item numbers: Product Marking Description 1AC-AI FLUKE-1AC-I VoltAlert Voltage Tester
Details
- Units affected
- About 33,000
- Recall date
- March 11, 2010
- Brand
- Fluke Corporation, of Everett, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No injuries have been reported.
Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $25.
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: “Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn 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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