Wire feed welders
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. [Learn More]
About 9,000 units were affected by this recall.
Wire Feed Welders Recalled by Star Asia USA Due to Burn Hazard
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Wire feed welders Recall Information
| Country of Origin | China |
| Recall Date | 07/13/2010 |
| Recall ID | 291 |
| Recall Number | 10298 |
| Product Type | Welding Equipment |
| 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. |
| Injuries | None. |
| 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. |
| Remedy Option | New Instructions |
| Contact | For additional information, contact Customer Service at (800) 386-0191 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT. |
| Last Updated | 07/22/2016 |
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