CPSC official recall · 09141

Ritchie Immersion Heaters Recalled By Springfield Wire Due to Shock Hazard

召回日期：2009-03-04官方最后发布：2014-05-23适用地区：美国

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危险说明 Hazard

The outer cover of the immersion heater can crack and expose the heating element to water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

受影响产品

Ritchie Immersion Heaters

Units：About 13,000

官方描述 Description

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.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

SWI has received 44 reports of covers cracking. No injuries have been reported.

官方补救措施 Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled immersion heater and return it to the place of purchase for a free replacement heater.

消费者联系信息

For additional information, contact Ritchie Industries at (800) 747-0222 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, visit the firms' Web sites at www.springfield-wire.com or www.ritchiefount.com, or contact the dealer from which the heater was purchased.