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Recall 01139b — Propane Torches

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2001-05-02

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
01139b
Date of alert
2001-05-02
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: The propane torch, measuring about 22.5 inches long, comes as a "kit" with a wand, flow valve, turbo blast trigger, hard rubber grip and a hose that attaches to propane tanks. Writing on the hose of reads, "IN-8MM OUT-13MM BURST 525 PSI PRESSURE WORK 150 PSI MADE IN CHINA." The propane torch was sold in a clear plastic-wrap package with a white cardboard backing and contained "Harbor Freight Tools Assembly and Operating Instructions." Similar torches marked "Made in Italy" are not part of this recall. Hazards: The hose that comes with the propane torch can crack or burst, presenting a fire and explosion hazard.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Harbor-Freight-Tools-Announce-Recall-Prop

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