CPSCRecalled Mar 4, 2009 · #09141
Ritchie Immersion Heaters Recalled By Springfield Wire Due to Shock Hazard
Hazard
The outer cover of the immersion heater can crack and expose the heating element to water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
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This recall involves the Ritchie Immersion Heaters with model numbers 17863 (120v/250w), 17939 (240v/250w or 240v/325w), and 17940 (240v/325w). The immersion heater is designed to be submerged in a cattle trough to keep the water from freezing. The model number along with "SWI" is printed on one side of the heating element and a sticker reading "Ritchie Specialty Products" is found on the other side.
Product details
- Product
- Ritchie Immersion Heaters
- Type
- Electric Water Heaters
- Manufacturer
- Springfield Wire Inc. (SWI), of Springfield, Mass.
- Model numbers
- 17863, 17939, 17940
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Ritchie distributors nationwide from February 2007 through March 2009 for about $60 to $70.
- Made in
- United States, Mexico
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled immersion heater and return it to the place of purchase for a free replacement heater.