Wire Feed Welders Recalled by Star Asia USA Due to Burn Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-07-13). Hazards: burn. Models: 41181. About 9,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10298 |
| Published | 2010-07-13 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-22 |
| Product category | Welding Equipment |
| Products | Wire feed welders |
| Firm named in the title | Star Asia USA |
| Firms | Star Asia USA, LLC d.b.a Titan, of Kent, Wash. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 9,000 |
| Model numbers | 41181 |
| Hazard classes | burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, new instructions, stop use |
| Sold | Pep Boys, Auto Zone and various other auto parts and tool centers nationwide from October 2006 through March 2010 for about $170. |
Description
The recall involves the Vaper 90 amp flux wire feed welders with model number 41181. The wire welders are red and black. "Vaper" and "90 amp flux wire welder" can be found on the product's operation panel. The model number can be found on the top right hand corner of the package and on the first page of the users manual.
Hazard
The wire welder's torch does not have a cold contactor as erroneously stated on the packaging and instruction manual. Without this feature, the welder generates an electrical arc immediately upon contact with the welding material, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumer should immediately stop using the wire welders and contact Star Asia to obtain a corrected instructions manual and packaging or for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None.
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