CPSC2002-06-27
CPSC, In-Sink-Erator Announce Recall to Repair Instant Hot Water Dispensers
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Hazard
Water can leak from the metal holding tank, wet insulating material and cause electrical arcing and heat build-up. This poses a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should unplug their hot water dispensers immediately, check the serial number and contact In-Sink-Erator, if their unit is part of the recall. Consumers with affected units will receive a replacement insulation shield.
Sold at
Plumbers, building contractors, home centers and hardware stores sold these instant hot water dispensers, from January 1972 through December 1996, for between $100 and $250.
Affected count
About 252,200
Injuries reported
In-Sink-Erator has received three reports of holes in the electrical insulation or outer cover of the hot water dispenser. One report involved a kitchen fire that caused nearly $7,000 in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Hot water dispensers
Consumer contact
For more information and a complete list of brands, consumers can contact In-Sink-Erator at (800) 295-8727 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.insinkerator.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-In-Sink-Erator-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Instant-Hot-Water-Dispensers-Don't want to check this manually?
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