Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-05-15). Hazards: burn, electric shock. About 52,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09222 |
| Published | 2009-05-15 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Electrical Testers |
| Products | Fluke Digital Clamp Meters |
| Firm named in the title | Fluke |
| Firms | Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 52,000 |
| Hazard classes | burn, electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and some hardware stores nationwide from January 2008 through February 2009 for between $150 and $375. |
Description
This recall involves Fluke Digital Clamp Meters with model and serial numbers listed below. The model number may be followed by an "A." Model No. Starting With Serial No. Starting with Serial No. Ending In 333 97010000 98880240 334 97010000 98870101 335 97010000 98860104 336 96220000 98900400 337 96070000 98890607 Serial numbers that begin with "S" or are followed by "R" are not included in the recall. "Fluke" and the model number are printed on the front of the unit and the serial number on the back. The instrument body is yellow, red, and black. The clamp meters measure 0 to 600 volts alternating current (VAC), 0 to 600 volts direct current (VDC) and 0 to 400, 600 or 1000 amps alternating current.
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.
Incidents and injuries
Fluke has received three reports of clamp meters displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.
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