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CPSC, Greenlee Textron Inc. Announce Recall of Electrical Testing Meters

Name: CPSC, Greenlee Textron Inc. Announce Recall of Electrical Testing Meters
Brand: Greenlee Textron, Inc. (Greenlee), of Rockford, Ill.
SKU: CPSC-02218
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: August 1, 2002Recall ID: 02218Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / 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.

Product Description & Identification

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.

Affected Products

Greenlee CM-700 and CM-750 electrical meters

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Greenlee-Textron-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Electrical-Testing-Meters-
Title	CPSC, Greenlee Textron Inc. Announce Recall of Electrical Testing Meters
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/greenlee-meter-front.jpg
Images › 1 › Caption	Recalled Greenlee electrical meter, front
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/greenlee-meter-back.jpg
Images › 2 › Caption	Recalled Greenlee electrical meter, back
Hazards › Name	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.
Injuries › Name	CPSC and Greenlee have not received any reports of injuries or property damage. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Products › Name	Greenlee CM-700 and CM-750 electrical meters
Products › Type	Electrical Testers
Products › Category I D	1928
Products › Number Of Units	About 650
Recall I D	2189
Remedies › Name	Consumers should stop using the recalled meters immediately and contact Greenlee to receive a replacement meter.
Retailers › Name	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.
Recall Date	2002-08-01T00:00:00
Description	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.
Recall Number	02218
Manufacturers › Name	Greenlee Textron, Inc. (Greenlee), of Rockford, Ill.
Consumer Contact	For more information, consumers can contact Greenlee toll-free at (800) 435-0786 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Last Publish Date	2025-10-03T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	Taiwan

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Recalling FirmGreenlee Textron, Inc. (Greenlee), of Rockford, Ill.

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