The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·00014·Announced 1999-11-09

Fluke Model T-2 Electrical Testers Recalled for Shock Risk

Fluke Corp. is recalling Model T-2 electrical testers because battery corrosion may cause power loss, preventing the device from warning users of live current.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of shock, electrocution, and thermal burns. While only mild shocks have been reported, the potential for serious injury from live current failure to warn constitutes a high-risk product hazard.

Plain-English summary

Fluke Corp. is recalling approximately 58,000 Model T-2 hand-held electrical voltage and continuity testers. The recall is due to a defect where batteries may fail to maintain proper contact due to corrosion within the battery compartment. This can cause the device to lose power, meaning it may fail to warn consumers of the presence of live current during testing.

The recalled units were sold nationwide at home centers, hardware stores, and industrial distributors between December 1997 and September 1999 for about $45. The testers measure 24 to 600 volts alternating current and 6 to 220 volts direct current. Recalled units have a serial number lower than 74165430, located on the back of the unit. Fluke is aware of two incidents where consumers received a mild electric shock.

Consumers should stop using these testers immediately. They should contact Fluke toll-free at (800) 753-8646 between 5 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to obtain a free repair kit or arrange to send the unit for repair.

The recalled product

Product
Model T-2 hand-held electrical voltage and continuity testers
Manufacturer
Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash.
Category
Consumer Product — Electrical Testers
Hazard
Affected units
58,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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