CPSC, Greenlee Textron Inc. Announce Recall of Electrical Testing Meters
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-08-01 · 02218
Hazards
An incompatible grommet, located in the battery compartment to protect internal wires, can cause the meter to provide inaccurate voltage and current readings. A meter that inaccurately indicates zero voltage or current creates the potential for electric shock or an electrocution hazard from the equipment being tested.
Recall
Number
02218
Date
2002-08-01
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Greenlee CM-700 and CM-750 electrical meters
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Greenlee Textron, Inc. (Greenlee), of Rockford, Ill.
Retailer(s)
Home Depot (model CM-750 only) and electrical supply stores sold the meters nationwide, during April 2002. The CM-700 model sold for about $100 and the CM-750 for about $140.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
This recall involves certain CM-700 and CM-750 electrical meters. The 8-inch meters are dark green with bright yellow features. The model number and the words "Greenlee Test Instruments" are printed across the front of the meter. A silver plate on the back of the meter displays the serial number (S/N). Serial numbers included in the recall range from 0203540001 through 0203540650. The electrical meters were made in Taiwan. CM-700 and CM-750 meters outside the above serial number range are not included in this recall.