CPSC2014-07-31
Harris Products Group Recalls Welding Torch Handles Due to Fire Hazard
Harris Products Group, of Gainesville, Ga.
Hazard
The torch handles can leak oxygen or fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torch handles and contact Harris Products Group to receive a free replacement.
Sold at
Home Depot and Lowes stores, industrial gas distributors including Airgas, Praxair and Matheson and other retailers nationwide, and online at www.homedepot.com and www.lowes.com from December 2013 through May 2014 for between $125 and $450 when sold individually and for between $250 and $1,230 when sold as part of a kit.
Affected count
About 13,000 in the U.S. and 350 in Canada
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
Poland
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Welding torch handles
Consumer contact
Harris Products Group at (800) 447-6906 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.harrisproductsgroup.com and click on Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Harris-Products-Group-Recalls-Welding-Torch-HandlesDon't want to check this manually?
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