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Product recall · CPSCMarch 6, 2018Serious
InSinkErator® SinkTop™ Switch Accessory for Garbage Disposals
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Water can get into the power module, posing a fire hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact InSinkErator for a free SinkTop switch replacement.
Who to contact: InSinkErator toll-free at 855-215-5695 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.insinkerator.com and click on “Safety Notice”, or www.insinkerator.safetynotice.expertinquiry.com for more information.
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,400,000 (In addition, about 28 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- March 6, 2018
- Brand
- Tecmark of Mentor, Ohio
- Made or distributed by
- InSinkErator of Racine, Wis.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- InSinkErator has received 40 reports of water causing overheating damage to the power module and outlet beneath the sink. No injuries have been reported.
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.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “InSinkErator® Recalls SinkTop™ Switch Accessory for Garbage Disposals Due to Fire Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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