CPSCNovember 17, 2005consumer
CPSC, Cooper Hand Tools Announce Recall of Weller® Heating Element used in Soldering Irons
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The housing of the heating element can unexpectedly leak hot metal, posing a serious risk of a burn injury to the user.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these soldering irons immediately and return the heating element to the store where purchased for a free replacement or refund.
Brands named
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