CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Digital Multimeters
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-08-19 · 02231
Hazards
The recalled units can take longer than normal, up to 18 seconds, to display readings of AC voltages above 500 volts. Users can misinterpret the delayed reading to mean that high voltage is not present. If high voltage is present, users could be exposed to a risk of shock, electrocution, and thermal burns.
Recall
Number
02231
Date
2002-08-19
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Fluke Digital Multimeters
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash.
Retailer(s)
Home and hardware stores and industrial distributors nationwide sold these testers, from January 2001 through October 2001, for between $170 and $215.
Description
Multimeters are used to measure voltage, resistance and current. The recalled Fluke digital multimeters measure up to 1,000 volts alternating current (VAC) and direct current (VDC). "Fluke" and "175", "177" or "179" are written on the front of the unit. The tester body is yellow and black, and measures about 7.25 inches long by 3.5 inches wide. Recalled units have a serial number below 79000000. The serial number is written on the back of the instrument, under the hinged stand.