Stained Glass Soldering Irons Recalled By Cooper Tools Due to Burn Hazard
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The hazard
The power cord can break at the flex point where the cord attaches to the handle, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: The firm has received three reports of the power cord breaking at the flex point, resulting in three reports of minor burns.
What to do now
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.
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
About this recall
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.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC