Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 10164 · announced March 11, 2010 · Fluke · 33,000 units affected
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
The hazard
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.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Fluke for a free replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $25.
Consumer 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.