The hose that comes with the propane torch can crack or burst, presenting a fire and explosion hazard.
Recall
Number
01139b
Date
2001-05-02
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Propane Torches
Companies
Retailer(s)
Harbor Freight Tools stores and catalogs nationwide sold these torches from May 2000 through September 2000 for about $20.
Importer(s)
Harbor Freight Tools, of Camarillo, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
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.