Star Asia recalls Vaper 90 amp flux wire feed welders with model 41181 due to burn hazard from torch design. Consumers must stop using and contact for corrected instructions or refund.
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.
Star Asia is recalling Vaper 90 amp flux wire feed weld:ers with model number 41181 because the torch lacks a cold contactor as claimed on packaging. This causes immediate electrical arcs when touching welding material, risking burns. Affected users should stop using the product immediately and contact Star Asia for a corrected manual or refund.
The torch lacks a cold contactor as stated on packaging and manuals. This causes the welder to generate an electrical arc immediately when touching welding material, leading to potential burns on the user.
Owners of Vaper 90 amp flux wire feed welders with model 41181 (red and black) are affected. Welders used for home or workshop projects pose the highest risk due to the burn hazard.
Look for the Vaper brand name and '90 amp flux wire welder' on the operation panel. The model number 41181 appears on the top right corner of the package and first page of the user manual.
Immediately stop using the wire welder as it poses a burn hazard.
Reach out to Star Asia for corrected instructions, packaging, or instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
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.
The affected model number is 41181.
Look for the Vaper brand and '90 amp flux wire welder' on the operation panel. The model number 41181 is on the top right corner of the package and first page of the user manual.
Yes, you can return the product for a full refund by contacting Star Asia.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Star Asia to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 291 — Star Asia Wire feed welders Hello, I own a Wire feed welders that is covered by recall 291 from Star Asia. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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