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Fire / OverheatingMarch 11, 2010CPSC #10164

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

Product
Electrical Testers
Units affected
33,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

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

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.

Injuries

No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $25.

Photos

Picture of Recalled Voltage Tester
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