GIA Instruments Recalls Polariscopes Due to Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-08-28 · 08603
Hazards
The polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
Recall
Number
08603
Date
2008-08-28
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Illuminator Polariscopes 415000 and 415
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
GIA Instruments, of Carlsbad, Calif.
Retailer(s)
GIA schools, GIA's Web site, product catalogs, distributors and trade shows nationwide from January 1996 through June 2007 for between $255 and $340.
Country of manufacture
United States
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.