[Recalled] Digital clamp meters — This recall involves Klein Tools digital clamp meters used to detect electrical… | CPSC 2016-05-19
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Digital clamp meters |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 16167 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 19 May 2016 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: This recall involves Klein Tools digital clamp meters used to detect electrical current in wiring. Model numbers CL110, CL210, CL310 and CL110KIT with date codes 0815U-A1, 1015U-A1, 1115U-A1, 1215U-A1, 0116U-A1, 0216U-A1 and 0316U-A1 are included in this recall. "Klein Tools" and the model number are printed on the front of the clamp meters. The date code is printed on the back. The meters are black with a backlit LCD display and an orange trigger and clamp mechanism. The meters are rated CAT III 600 volts and measure voltage up to 600 volts and alternating current up to 400 amps. Only the meter in the CL110KIT is included in the recall. Hazards: The meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing shock, electrocution and burn hazards.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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