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Electric ShockApril 7, 2009CPSC #09185

Stanley and Solarwide Industrial Recall Stud Sensors Due to Shock Hazard

Product
Tools Miscellaneous
Units affected
78,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The recalled stud sensor models include the Stanley® Stud Sensor 200 and Stanley® FatMax® Stud Sensor 400 with model numbers 77-720 and 77-730. The model number is located in a slide-out reference guide found in the base of the sensor's handle. The sensors are made of black plastic with a wide yellow stripe down the center. "Stanley" or "FatMax" are printed on the front of the product. A date code is printed on the inside of the battery cover. Affected sensors have date codes that do not begin with the letter "R."

Hazard

The stud sensor can fail to calibrate properly and detect AC electrical wires behind the wall, posing a shock hazard to the user.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

Hong Kong

Where it was sold

  • Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from November 2007 through January 2009 for between $20 and $30.

Photos

Recalled Stud SensorRecalled Stud Sensor
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