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The serial number (S/N) is printed on a specification plate attached to the metal holding tank.
Why it was recalled
Water can leak from the metal holding tank, wet insulating material and cause electrical arcing and heat build-up. This poses a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
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.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- In-Sink-Erator
- Manufacturer
- In-Sink-Erator, of Racine, Wis.
- Recall number
- 02-189
- Units
- About 252,200
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
Hot water dispensers
CPSC product type: Electric Water Heaters
Recall contact information
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
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