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Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard

U.S. CPSCBurnsElectric shockMar 11, 2010
Picture of Recalled Voltage Tester
Picture of Recalled Voltage Tester

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The testers can fail to give an indication of live voltage, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing a risk of serious injury or death from electrical shock or thermal burns.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact Fluke for a free replacement.

Incidents & injuries

No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The Fluke voltage testers look like a pen with a yellow, white and gray body. The testers measure 90 to 1000 volts alternating current (VAC). "Fluke" and the model number are printed on the front of each unit. The recall involves Fluke 1AC-A1-I VoltAlert® tester with the following model and item numbers: Product Marking Description 1AC-AI FLUKE-1AC-I VoltAlert Voltage Tester

Sold on

Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $25.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Fluke toll-free at (888) 983-5853 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.fluke.com/1AC-A1recall

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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