CPSC recall 18-116, announced March 6, 2018, covers Tecmark InSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches (about 1,400,000 units). Water can get into the power module, posing a fire hazard. The notice cites 40 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact InSinkErator for a free SinkTop switch replacement. Recall contact: call 855-215-5695, or go to www.insinkerator.com.
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Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Water can get into the power module, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and 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.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact InSinkErator for a free SinkTop switch replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Tecmark
- Manufacturer
- Tecmark of Mentor, Ohio
- Recall number
- 18-116
- Units
- About 1,400,000 (In addition, about 28 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
- Distributor
- InSinkErator of Racine, Wis.
Recall contact information
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.
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