GIA Instruments Recalls Polariscopes Due to Shock Hazard

Illuminator Polariscopes 415000 and 415

Date of Recall

2008-08-28

CPSC Release Number

08-603

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 8,000

Manufacturer

GIA Instruments, of Carlsbad, Calif.

Sold By

GIA schools, GIA’s Web site, product catalogs, distributors and trade shows nationwide from January 1996 through June 2007 for between $255 and $340.

Problem/Hazard

The polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.

Injuries/Incidents

GIA has received four reports of consumers experiencing minor electric shock.

Description

The recalled polariscopes are white in color with model number 415000 or 415 printed on the underside of the instrument. A polariscope is an instrument used by gemologists to assist in gem identification.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact GIA Instruments to schedule a free retrofit of the Polariscope with a ground wire. GIA is notifying all consumers directly.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact GIA Instruments at (800) 421-8161 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.gia.edu

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