CPSCMarch 11, 2010

Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to

Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard

Why was Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to recalled?

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 should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Fluke for a free replacement. 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

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Fluke VoltAlert® Voltage Detector
Company
Fluke Corporation, of Everett, Wash.
Quantity
About 33,000
Sold at
Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $25.
Recall date
March 11, 2010
Incidents / injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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

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