Product description

Disposable steel gas cylinder (approx. 270mm x 70mm) containing 399.7 grams of compressed propylene gas for use with suitable brazing torches.

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Reason the product is recalled

Complete shut-off of the cylinder valve may be delayed for some minutes following removal of hand/brazing torch from the cylinder.

The hazards to consumers

The defect will result in leakage of gas from the cylinder, creating a risk of fire or explosion.

What consumers should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the cylinder and any torch to which the cylinder is attached. Any partially used cylinders should immediately be vented/purged outdoors in a well-ventilated, remote area in accordance with standard industry safety procedures. Emptied and new/unused cylinders should be returned to the place of purchase for replacement or full refund of the purchase price.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Who sold the product

Plumbing and refrigeration merchants and other industrial outlets throughout Australia.

Identifying product features

Part Numbers: Rothenberger - 35663 (cylinder only); 35490U (Hotbox set) Super Ego - 35663C (cylinder only); 35490SE (Hotbox set) Batch numbers other than those commencing W10L or higher (batch number appears on baseplate of cylinder)

Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

Part Numbers:Rothenberger - 35663 (cylinder only); 35490U (Hotbox set)Super Ego - 35663C (cylinder only); 35490SE (Hotbox set)Batch numbers other than those commencing W10L or higher (batch number appears on baseplate of cylinder)

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2011/12974 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.