CPSC, Cooper Hand Tools Announce Recall of Weller® Heating Element used in Soldering Irons
What was recalled
The heating elements were sold to be used in soldering irons. Only heating elements with the following model numbers and dates codes from May 2005 through August 2005 are included in this recall: 1140A, 1233S, 1235S, 1236S, 1237S, 1237SBK, 2AC08, 2AC09, 2AC10, 37UG, 37BK, 6A909, 6A910, SL325, SL325BK, SL335, SL345, 360, 361, 362, 363, 4033S, 4033SBK, 4035S, 4035SBK, 4037J, 4037S, 4037SBK, 4039S, 533S, 535S537S, 6A908. These soldering irons are used by stained glass hobbyists.
Hazard
The housing of the heating element can unexpectedly leak hot metal, posing a serious risk of a burn injury to the user.
Injuries
Cooper has received four reports of the housing of the heating element leaking hot metal. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
Mexico
Where it was sold
- Art supply retail stores nationwide from May 2005 through August 2005 for between $10 and $40.
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