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Amprobe Recalls Clamp Meters Due to Shock Hazard

Recalled March 15, 2007 · CPSC recall 07130 · Amprobe

Recalled Digital Clamp Meters
Hazard
The meters can fail to give an appropriate voltage reading, resulting in the operator believing the electrical power is off, which can pose a risk of shock, electrocution, or thermal burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these recalled clamp meters immediately and contact Amprobe for a free replacement clamp meter.
Units
About 70,000
Incidents / injuries
Amprobe is aware of one report of a clamp meter displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.

Description

Only Amprobe brand digital clamp meter models ACD-10PRO, ACD-10 TRMS-PRO, ACD-14 and ACD-14TRMS, except those model numbers followed by "FX" or "PLUS," are included in the recall. "Amprobe" and the model numbers are printed on the front of the units. These clamp meters measure 0 to 600 volts alternating current (VAC), and 0 to 600 volts direct current (VDC). In addition, they measure 0 to 400 amps alternating current. The tester body is red and gray and measures 7-1/2 inches in length by 2-1/2 inches in width by 1-1/4 inches thick.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these recalled clamp meters immediately and contact Amprobe for a free replacement clamp meter.

Contact

For additional information, contact Amprobe at (800) 350-8661 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.amprobe.com/recall

Product
Amprobe Digital Clamp Meters used for electrical testing
Manufacturer(s)
Amprobe Test Tools, of Everett, Wash.
Retailers
Industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and hardware stores nationwide from January 2002 through December 2006 for about $100.
Made in
Taiwan

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →