Extech Instruments Recalls Digital Clamp and Multimeters due to Electrocution Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-12-14). Hazards: electric shock. Models: EX612, EX613, EX622, EX623, EX540, EX542…. About 5,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11067 |
| Published | 2010-12-14 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-26 |
| Product category | Electrical Testing Equipment |
| Products | Digital clamp meters and multimeters |
| Firm named in the title | Extech Instruments |
| Firms | Extech Instruments, of Waltham, Mass. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 5,100 |
| Model numbers | EX612, EX613, EX622, EX623, EX540, EX542, EX570 |
| Hazard classes | electric shock |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | 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. |
Description
This recall involves Extech digital clamp meters with model numbers EX612, EX613, EX622 and EX623 and multimeters with model numbers EX540, EX542 and EX570. "Extech" and the model number can be found on the front of the product and the serial number on the rear. Serial numbers that begin with "A" are not included in the recall.
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.
Incidents and injuries
Extech received one report of a meter displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.
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