Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard
Fluke VoltAlert® Voltage Detector
Date of Recall
2010-03-11CPSC Release Number
10-164Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(888) 983-5853Units
About 33,000Manufacturer
Fluke Corporation, of Everett, Wash.Sold By
Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $25.Problem/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/Incidents
No injuries have been reported.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 |
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Fluke for a free replacement.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-A1recallRecall Comments
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