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CPSCRecalled Mar 11, 2010 · #10164

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

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.

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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

Product details

Product
Fluke VoltAlert® Voltage Detector
Type
Electrical Testers
Manufacturer
Fluke Corporation, of Everett, Wash.
Model numbers
1AC-AI, 1AC-I
UPCs
Sold at
Industrial distributors and electrical wholesalers nationwide from September 2009 through February 2010 for about $25.
Made in
China

What you should do

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

View the official CPSC notice