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