InSinkErator® Recalls SinkTop™ Switch Accessory for Garbage Disposals Due to Fire Hazard

Recall Date: 2018-03-07

Source Link: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/InSinkErator-Recalls-SinkTop-Switch-Accessory-for-Garbage-Disposals-Due-to-Fire-Hazard



Name of Product:
InSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches
Hazard:

Water can get into the power module, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
March 07, 2018
Units:
About 1,400,000 (In addition, about 28 were sold in Canada)

Recall Details

In Conjunction With:
Description:

This recall involves InSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches. The air activated switch mounts to the sink or countertop and is an alternative to the traditional wall switch for a garbage disposal. The model numbers are 76703, STS-SOSN, 78251 and 74300, and can be found on the back of the power module.  InSinkErator is written on the front of the power module. The switches were sold with a chrome, white, or satin nickel button/bezel as an accessory for garbage disposals.  Garbage disposals activated by a wall switch are not affected by this recall.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact InSinkErator for a free SinkTop switch replacement.

Incidents/Injuries:

InSinkErator has received 40 reports of water causing overheating damage to the power module and outlet beneath the sink.  No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:
The switches were sold between 2005 and October 2017 at home improvement stores, online websites and through plumbing contractors and outlets for between about $50 and $90.
Manufacturer(s):
Tecmark of Mentor, Ohio
Distributor(s):
InSinkErator of Racine, Wis.
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
18-116


Contact:

Call 800-558-5700 or visit http://support.insinkerator.com/app/ask_safetynotice_form for more information.



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