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Product Recall
Stained Glass Soldering Irons Recalled By Cooper Tools Due to Burn Hazard
Soldering Irons
Recall Date: April 6th, 2011
Type: Other Glass Bottles or Jars
Units: About 69,000
Hazards: The power cord can break at the flex point where the cord attaches to the handle, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedies: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Cooper Tools to send the product to the company for an inspection and a free replacement soldering iron.
Description
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.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Cooper Tools at (800) 476-3030 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.cooperhandtools.com (pdf)Injuries:
The firm has received three reports of the power cord breaking at the flex point, resulting in three reports of minor burns.
Retailers:
Authorized distributors nationwide from August 2006 to May 2010 for between $50 and $60.
Importers:
Cooper Tools LLC of Apex, N.C.
