GIA Instruments Recalls Polariscopes Due to Shock Hazard
Recalled August 28, 2008 · CPSC recall 08603 · GIA Instruments
Hazard
The polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact GIA Instruments to schedule a free retrofit of the Polariscope with a ground wire. GIA is notifying all consumers directly.
Units
About 8,000
Incidents / injuries
GIA has received four reports of consumers experiencing minor electric shock.
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.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact GIA Instruments to schedule a free retrofit of the Polariscope with a ground wire. GIA is notifying all consumers directly.
Contact
For additional information, contact GIA Instruments at (800) 421-8161 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.gia.edu
Product
Illuminator Polariscopes 415000 and 415
Manufacturer(s)
GIA Instruments, of Carlsbad, Calif.
Retailers
GIA schools, GIA's Web site, product catalogs, distributors and trade shows nationwide from January 1996 through June 2007 for between $255 and $340.
Made in
United States
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →