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Burn / ScaldApril 6, 2011CPSC #11190

Stained Glass Soldering Irons Recalled By Cooper Tools Due to Burn Hazard

Brand
Unknown
Product
Soldering Guns/Irons
Units affected
69,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The recalled product is a 100 watt, 120 volt stained glass soldering iron with "Weller" and the model number W100PG, W100P3 or W100PGMX written on the light blue handle. The model number is located under the Weller brand name on the iron's handle. Only certain date codes are included in the recall.

Hazard

The power cord can break at the flex point where the cord attaches to the handle, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries

The firm has received three reports of the power cord breaking at the flex point, resulting in three reports of minor burns.

Made in

Mexico

Where it was sold

  • Authorized distributors nationwide from August 2006 to May 2010 for between $50 and $60.

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