CPSC, Cooper Hand Tools Announce Recall of Weller® Heating Element used in Soldering Irons
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3159.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3159.
Consumers should stop using these soldering irons immediately and return the heating element to the store where purchased for a free replacement or refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Art Supply Retail Stores Nationwide From May 2005 Through August 2005 For Between $10 And $40. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3159.
For additional information, contact Cooper Hand Tools at (800) 476-3030 Ext. 1 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cooperhandtools.com/recall
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Art Supply Retail Stores Nationwide From May 2005 Through August 2005 For Between $10 And $40. Recall FAQ
Art Supply Retail Stores Nationwide From May 2005 Through August 2005 For Between $10 And $40. is the subject of a tools recall: CPSC, Cooper Hand Tools Announce Recall of Weller® Heating Element used in Soldering Irons. The notice was published on November 17, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 890 units are potentially affected.