Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock Hazard
Fluke Digital Clamp Meters
Date of Recall
2009-05-15CPSC Release Number
09-222Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(888) 983-5853Units
About 52,000Manufacturer
Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash.Sold By
Industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and some hardware stores nationwide from January 2008 through February 2009 for between $150 and $375.Problem/Hazard
The meters can fail to give an appropriate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing a shock, electrocution, or thermal burn hazard.Injuries/Incidents
Fluke has received three reports of clamp meters displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves Fluke Digital Clamp Meters with model and serial numbers listed below. The model number may be followed by an “A.”| Model No. Starting With | Serial No. Starting with | Serial No. Ending In |
|---|---|---|
| 333 | 97010000 | 98880240 |
| 334 | 97010000 | 98870101 |
| 335 | 97010000 | 98860104 |
| 336 | 96220000 | 98900400 |
| 337 | 96070000 | 98890607 |
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled Digital Clamp Meters immediately and contact Fluke for a free replacement clamp meter.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 website at www.fluke.com/33XrecallRecall Comments
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