CPSC2011-04-06
Stained Glass Soldering Irons Recalled By Cooper Tools Due to Burn Hazard
Cooper Tools LLC of Apex, N.C.
Hazard
The power cord can break at the flex point where the cord attaches to the handle, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
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.
Sold at
Authorized distributors nationwide from August 2006 to May 2010 for between $50 and $60.
Affected count
About 69,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received three reports of the power cord breaking at the flex point, resulting in three reports of minor burns.
Manufactured in
Mexico
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Soldering Irons
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Stained-Glass-Soldering-Irons-Recalled-By-Cooper-Tools-Due-to-Burn-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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