CPSC, Fluke Corp. Announce Recall of Electrical Testers
PRODUCT: - Electrical Testers- Fluke Corp., of Everett, Wash., is voluntarily recalling approximately 33,000 model T-2 hand-held electrical voltage and continuity testers. These testers measure 24 to 600 volts alternating current (VAC), and 6 to 220 volts direct current (VDC). "Fluke" and "T2" are written on the front of the unit. The tester body is yellow and black, and measures about 6.25 inches long by 1.75 inches wide and 1.25 inches thick. The wire leads are black and have one black and one red probe. Recalled units have a serial number higher than 73510000. The serial number is located on the back of the unit above the wire leads. Home centers, hardware stores and industrial distributors nationwide sold these testers between June 1999 and March 2001 for about $49.
PROBLEM: The recalled units can "lock-up" and stop working. When the tester "locks-up" it stops working for approximately 8 minutes without warning. Consumers testing electrical sources could fail to be warned of the presence of live current if the tester is not properly operating, posing a risk of shock, electrocution, and thermal burns. Fluke conducted two previous recalls in November 1998 and 1999 on T2 Electrical Testers because of different electrical connection problems. Even if consumers had their testers repaired previously (serial numbers below 74165430), their testers could be part of this new recall and the serial number must be checked to determine if it is included in this recall program.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Fluke has received one report of a tester that "locked-up" and stopped working. No injuries have been reported.
WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using these voltage and continuity testers immediately, and contact Fluke for information on returning the recalled unit to Fluke for a free repair. Consumers should call Fluke toll-free at (800) 753-8646 between 5 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can access Fluke's web site at www.fluke.com/t2recall. Fluke has sent direct notice to known purchasers
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Kenmore Electric Ranges Recalled Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of product: Sears Kenmore 24-inch electric ranges
Hazard:
The heating element can fail to properly adhere to the cooktop, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Electric Recall.
Remedy:
Call Sears toll-free at (888) 281-3915 between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, or between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. CT Sunday or online at www.sears.com and www.kmart.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
Units
About 3,000
Description
This recall involves Sears Kenmore 24-inch wide freestanding electric ranges with model number 790.90152 with serial numbers from NF408 through NF424 and model number 790.90153 with serial numbers from NF408 through NF427. The ranges have smooth cooktops and are white or black with stainless steel accents. The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom right frame of the range inside the storage drawer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled electric ranges and contact Sears to schedule a free inspection and repair if necessary.
Sold at
Sears and Kmart stores nationwide from April 2014 through October 2014 for between $650 and $860.
Schneider Electric Recalls PowerPact J-Frame Circuit Breakers Due to Fire, Burn, Electrical Shock Hazards
The recall involves PowerPact J-frame molded case circuit breakers with thermal-magnetic trip units. The circuit breakers are made of black plastic and have a three-position breaker handle that indicates whether the breaker is off, on or tripped. The recalled circuit breakers are rated for 150 to 250 amps, have interruption ratings of D, G, J, L and R. They were manufactured in two pole and three pole configurations with either lug-in/lug-out or plug-in (I-Line) style connectors.
Electric Recall.
Breakers with following catalog numbers are being recalled:
Catalog Number | Breaker Type |
(N)JDX26XXX | 2 Pole |
(N)JGX26XXX | 2 Pole |
(N)JJX26XXX | 2 Pole |
(N)JLX26XXX | 2 Pole |
(N)JDX36XXX | 3 Pole |
(N)JGX36XXX | 3 Pole |
(N)JJX36XXX | 3 Pole |
(N)JLX36XXX | 3 Pole |
(N)JRX36XXX | 3 Pole |
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