Extech Instruments Recalls Digital Clamp and Multimeters due to Electrocution Hazard
The hazard
When the battery runs low, the meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off or low. This poses an electrocution hazard.
Incidents reported: Extech received one report of a meter displaying an incorrect voltage reading. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and multimeters and contact Extech for a free replacement meter.
Contact: For additional information, contact Extech toll-free at (855) 239-8324 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at http://www.extech.com/recall
About this recall
This recall involves Extech digital clamp meters with model numbers EX612, EX613, EX622 and EX623 and multimeters with model numbers EX540, EX542 and EX570. "Extech" and the model number can be found on the front of the product and the serial number on the rear. Serial numbers that begin with "A" are not included in the recall.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC