CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Second Recall of Electrical Testers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 1999-11-09 · 00014
Hazards
The batteries in the tester could fail to maintain proper contact due to corrosion within the battery compartment, causing the device to lose power. Consumers testing electrical sources could fail to be warned of the presence of live current if the tester is not powered, posing a risk of shock, electrocution, and thermal burns.
Recall
Number
00014
Date
1999-11-09
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Model T-2 hand-held electrical voltage and continuity testers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash.
Retailer(s)
Home centers, hardware stores and industrial distributors nationwide sold these testers, between December 1997 and September 1999, for about $45.
Description
These testers measure 24 to 600 volts alternating current (VAC), and 6 to 220 volts direct current (VDC). "Fluke" and "T2" are written on the front of the unit. The tester body is yellow and black, and measures about 6.25 inches long by 1.75 inches wide and 1.25 inches thick. The wire leads are black and have one black and one red probe. Recalled units have a serial number lower than 74165430. The serial number is located on the back of the unit, above the wire leads.