Weller 100 watt soldering irons

Weller 100 watt soldering irons  Recalled

Hazard:  The electrical cord attached to the iron can detach from the flex point at the base of the handle. If the electrical cord fails while the product is in use and the cord is touching the user's skin, it could produce an electrical arc that could cause a burn.

There have been three reported injuries, all of which were superficial burns to the hand, none requiring medical attention. Two of the reported injuries occurred in the United States of America and one in Canada.

This recall involves Weller 100 watt and 120 volt soldering irons with model numbers W100PG, W100PGMX, W100P3 and W100PD3. The date codes are from July 2006 to May 2010. The date code is located on the heating element and is shown as MONTH YEAR (e.g. June 08).

Remedy: Consumers should contact Cooper Tools, LLC immediately for a free replacement soldering iron.

For more information, consumers may contact Cooper Tools, LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of Apex Tools Group, LLC) at 1-800-476-3030 (extension 1) between 8AM and 5PM ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website .