Weller® Brand Heating Element
CPSC Recall #06-031 — November 16, 2005
Product
Weller® Brand Heating Element
Description
The heating elements were sold to be used in soldering irons. Only heating elements with the following model numbers and dates codes from May 2005 through August 2005 are included in this recall: 1140A, 1233S, 1235S, 1236S, 1237S, 1237SBK, 2AC08, 2AC09, 2AC10, 37UG, 37BK, 6A909, 6A910, SL325, SL325BK, SL335, SL345, 360, 361, 362, 363, 4033S, 4033SBK, 4035S, 4035SBK, 4037J, 4037S, 4037SBK, 4039S, 533S, 535S537S, 6A908. These soldering irons are used by stained glass hobbyists.
Hazard
The housing of the heating element can unexpectedly leak hot metal, posing a serious risk of a burn injury to the user.
Incidents / Injuries
Cooper has received four reports of the housing of the heating element leaking hot metal. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these soldering irons immediately and return the heating element to the store where purchased for a free replacement or refund.
Units Affected
About 890
Sold At
Art supply retail stores nationwide from May 2005 through August 2005 for between $10 and $40.
Manufacturer
Cooper Hand Tools, of Apex, N.C.
Manufactured In
Mexico