CPSC recall · Reported July 13, 2010
Wire Feed Welders Recalled by Star Asia USA Due to Burn 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 …
The CPSC recalled The recall involves the Vaper 90 amp flux wire feed welders with model number 41181. The ….
Wire Feed Welders Recalled by Star Asia USA Due to Burn Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in July 13, 2010. Reason: The wire welder's torch does not have a cold contactor as erroneously stated on the packaging and instruction…. Remedy: Consumer should immediately stop using the wire welders and contact Star Asia to obtain a…. Verify recall #10298 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The wire welder's torch does not have a cold contactor as erroneously stated on the packaging and instruction….
- None
- agency class
- July 13, 2010
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10298 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product 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.
Reason for recall
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, what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 10298 |
| Date reported | July 13, 2010 |
| Date initiated | July 13, 2010 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 9,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumer should immediately stop using the wire welders and contact Star Asia to obtain a corrected instructions manual and packa…
- Check the recall number (10298) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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