CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Digital Multimeters

Is my product affected?

Fluke Digital Multimeters

• Brand Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Fluke Corp. has recalled certain digital multimeters that can delay displaying readings of AC voltages above 500 volts, sometimes taking up to 18 seconds to show a result. This delay creates a safety hazard because users may incorrectly believe that no high voltage is present when there actually is, potentially exposing them to electric shock, electrocution, and thermal burns.

The recalled multimeters are Fluke models 175, 177, or 179, which have a yellow and black tester body measuring approximately 7.25 inches long by 3.5 inches wide. The affected units have a serial number below 79000000, which can be found on the back of the instrument under the hinged stand. According to the record, consumers should stop using these multimeters immediately and contact Fluke for information on returning the recalled unit for a free repair.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The recalled units can take longer than normal, up to 18 seconds, to display readings of AC voltages above 500 volts. Users can misinterpret the delayed reading to mean that high voltage is not present. If high voltage is present, users could be exposed to a risk of shock, electrocution, and thermal burns.

What should I do?

Consumers should stop using these testers immediately and contact Fluke for information on returning the recalled unit for a free repair.

Details from the source

Multimeters are used to measure voltage, resistance and current. The recalled Fluke digital multimeters measure up to 1,000 volts alternating current (VAC) and direct current (VDC). "Fluke" and "175", "177" or "179" are written on the front of the unit. The tester body is yellow and black, and measures about 7.25 inches long by 3.5 inches wide. Recalled units have a serial number below 79000000. The serial number is written on the back of the instrument, under the hinged stand.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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