Amprobe · Recalled
Amprobe Recalls Clamp Meters Due to Shock 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.
- Units
- About 70,000
- Reports
- 1
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $100
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Industrial distributors, electrical wholesalers and hardware stores nationwide from January 2002 through December 2006 for about $100.
- Product type
- Electrical Testers
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Recalled by
- Amprobe Test Tools, of Everett, Wash.
Incident log
Amprobe is aware of one report of a clamp meter displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using these recalled clamp meters immediately and contact Amprobe for a free replacement clamp meter.
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
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAR 15 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.