Recalls / 2005-11-17

CPSC, Cooper Hand Tools Announce Recall of Weller® Heating Element used in Soldering Irons

06031 · Recalled 2005-11-17 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

The housing of the heating element can unexpectedly leak hot metal, posing a serious risk of a burn injury to the user.

Reported injuries

Cooper has received four reports of the housing of the heating element leaking hot metal. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these soldering irons immediately and return the heating element to the store where purchased for a free replacement or refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Weller® Brand Heating Element		About 890

Parties

Manufacturer: Cooper Hand Tools
Made in: Mexico
Sold at: Art supply retail from May 2005 through August 2005 for between $10, $40.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Cooper Hand Tools at (800) 476-3030 Ext. 1 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cooperhandtools.com/recall

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Source: CPSC recall 06031. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.