CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Second Recall of Electrical Testers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (1999-11-09). Hazards: burn, electric shock. About 58,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00014 |
| Published | 1999-11-09 |
| Last updated | 1999-11-09 |
| Product category | Electrical Testers |
| Products | Model T-2 hand-held electrical voltage and continuity testers |
| Firm named in the title | Fluke Corp. |
| Firms | Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 58,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Home centers, hardware stores and industrial distributors nationwide sold these testers, between December 1997 and September 1999, for about $45. |
Description
These testers measure 24 to 600 volts alternating current (VAC), and 6 to 220 volts direct current (VDC). "Fluke" and "T2" are written on the front of the unit. The tester body is yellow and black, and measures about 6.25 inches long by 1.75 inches wide and 1.25 inches thick. The wire leads are black and have one black and one red probe. Recalled units have a serial number lower than 74165430. The serial number is located on the back of the unit, above the wire leads.
Hazard
The batteries in the tester could fail to maintain proper contact due to corrosion within the battery compartment, causing the device to lose power. Consumers testing electrical sources could fail to be warned of the presence of live current if the tester is not powered, posing a risk of shock, electrocution, and thermal burns.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these voltage and continuity testers immediately, and contact Fluke to obtain a free repair kit or arrange to send your unit to Fluke for repair.
Incidents and injuries
Fluke is aware of two incidents involving these testers where consumers received a mild electric shock.
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