InSinkErator is recalling about 1.4 million single outlet sinktop switches in the United stated and about 28 in Canada.
Water can get into the power module, posing a fire hazard.
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 air activated switch is mounted on 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 they 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 aren’t included in the recall.
The switches were sold between 2005 and October 2017 at home improvement stores, on online websites, and through plumbing contractors and outlets for between about $50 and $90.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact InSinkErator for a free sinktop switch replacement, the company and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advise.
For more information, call InSinkErator at 855-215-5695 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.insinkerator.com and click on “Safety Notice” or insinkeratorsafetynotice.expertinquiry.com.
