Safety regulator, Greenlee Textron Inc. Announce Recall of Electrical Testing Meters
Recall 02218 · Aug 1, 2002 · Greenlee Textron, Inc. (Greenlee)
650
units affected
650
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 02218
- Date
- Aug 1, 2002
- Company
- Greenlee Textron, Inc. (Greenlee)
- Units affected
- 650
- Product
- Greenlee CM-700 and CM-750 electrical meters
- Product type
- Electrical Testers
- Hazard
- Electric shock
The product
This recall involves certain CM-700 and CM-750 electrical meters. The 8-inch meters are dark green with bright yellow features. The model number and the words "Greenlee Test Instruments" are printed across the front of the meter. A silver plate on the back of the meter displays the serial number (S/N). Serial numbers included in the recall range from 0203540001 through 0203540650. The electrical meters were made in Taiwan. CM-700 and CM-750 meters outside the above serial number range are not included in this recall.
What can happen
An incompatible grommet, located in the battery compartment to protect internal wires, can cause the meter to provide inaccurate voltage and current readings. A meter that inaccurately indicates zero voltage or current creates the potential for electric shock or an electrocution hazard from the equipment being tested.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the recalled meters immediately and contact Greenlee to receive a replacement meter.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
- Sold at
- Home Depot (model CM-750 only) and electrical supply stores sold the meters nationwide, during April 2002. The CM-700 model sold for about $100 and the CM-750 for about $140.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled greenlee cm-700 and cm-750 electrical meters?
Consumers should stop using the recalled meters immediately and contact Greenlee to receive a replacement meter.
What is the hazard?
An incompatible grommet, located in the battery compartment to protect internal wires, can cause the meter to provide inaccurate voltage and current readings. A meter that inaccurately indicates zero voltage or current creates the potential for electric shock or an electrocution hazard from the equipment being tested.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.