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CPSCRecalled Apr 7, 2009 · #09185

Stanley and Solarwide Industrial Recall Stud Sensors Due to Shock Hazard

Hazard

The stud sensor can fail to calibrate properly and detect AC electrical wires behind the wall, posing a shock hazard to the user.

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Description

The recalled stud sensor models include the Stanley® Stud Sensor 200 and Stanley® FatMax® Stud Sensor 400 with model numbers 77-720 and 77-730. The model number is located in a slide-out reference guide found in the base of the sensor's handle. The sensors are made of black plastic with a wide yellow stripe down the center. "Stanley" or "FatMax" are printed on the front of the product. A date code is printed on the inside of the battery cover. Affected sensors have date codes that do not begin with the letter "R."

Product details

Product
Stanley® Stud Sensors 200 and Stanley® FatMax® Stud Sensors 400
Type
Tools Miscellaneous
Manufacturer
Solarwide Industrial Ltd., of Hong Kong
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide from November 2007 through January 2009 for between $20 and $30.
Made in
Hong Kong

What you should do

Consumers should contact Stanley to determine if their stud sensor is included in the recall and to receive a free replacement sensor.

View the official CPSC notice