Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-03-11 · 10164
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
10164
Date
2010-03-11
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Fluke VoltAlert® Voltage Detector
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Fluke Corporation, of Everett, Wash.
Retailer(s)
Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $25.
Country of manufacture
China
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