PRA number
2011/12801
Published date
Product description
WIA 190
Part number complete package CP131-0
Part number power supply only CP131-2
Portable GMAW (MIG) welding equipment, for welding steel, aluminium, stainless steel, with gas shielded wire or flux cored gasless wire.
Single phase 240V max output 190A 23.5V
Class1 appliance
Part number complete package CP131-0
Part number power supply only CP131-2
Portable GMAW (MIG) welding equipment, for welding steel, aluminium, stainless steel, with gas shielded wire or flux cored gasless wire.
Single phase 240V max output 190A 23.5V
Class1 appliance
Reasons the product is recalled
Due to a manufacturing assembly process error, side ventilation louvres could pierce wires from the welding transformer.
The hazards to consumers
Under certain circumstances, the metal case could become electrically live, posing a risk of electric shock.
What consumers should do
Stop using the welding machine. Contact WIA to confirm serial numbers and arrange inspection and repair at no cost to the customer.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
184 distributors throughout Australia
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
-
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
