Product Recall: BEHA-AMPROBE Multimeters (2303-0015)
Product recall for BEHA-AMPROBE Multimeters presenting a risk of fire.
Summary
Product: BEHA-AMPROBE Multimeters
Hazard: The product has been recalled as it was discovered that an improperly rated fuse for CAT III 600V applications was installed in the affected products.
Corrective action: Recall of the product from end users. (See below for more information)
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Multimeter |
|---|---|
| Brand | BEHA-AMPROBE |
| Affected model numbers | AM-500-EUR, AM-510-EUR, HEX60-D, AM-500-EUR KIT, AM-510-EUR KIT. |
| Affected serial numbers | Within the serial number range of 535900001 – 587799999 and any other serial number that starts with any number other than a 5. |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | The products are red/black/grey digital multi meters used for making electrical measurements |
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Hazard
The product has been recalled as it was discovered that an improperly rated fuse for CAT III 600V applications was installed in the affected products. The breaking capacity of the installed fuse is insufficient for the prospective fault current under foreseeable misuse conditions (abnormal application of electrical installation voltage above 250 volts between A and COM terminals) and may lead to venting or rupture of the fuse and the subsequent possibility of arc explosion. An arc explosion within the product enclosure may readily escape and result in a fire or severe bodily harm.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016
Corrective action
Recall of the product from end users. For more information, please access the BEHA-AMPROBE recall site at the following link: https://www.beha-amprobe.com/en/announcements/
Additional information
PSD case number: 2303-0015
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards