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

On Sink/Countertop

InSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches

Recall Date: March 6th, 2018
Units: About 1,400,000 (In addition, about 28 were sold in Canada)
Hazards: Water can get into the power module, posing a fire hazard.
Remedies: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact InSinkErator for a free SinkTop switch replacement.

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.

Images:

On Sink/Countertop

Model 76703

Model STS-SOSN

Model 74300

Model 78251 sold with Essential XTR Disposer Packaged with SinkTop Switch

On Sink/Countertop

Under Sink

Consumer 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.

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.

Manufacturers:

Tecmark of Mentor, Ohio

Retailers:

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.