Recalls / 2009-03-04

Ritchie Immersion Heaters Recalled By Springfield Wire Due to Shock Hazard

09141 · Recalled 2009-03-04 · CPSC page

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.

Hazards

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

Reported injuries

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

Remedy

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

Products

Name	Model	Units
Ritchie Immersion Heaters		About 13,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Springfield Wire Inc. (SWI)
Distributor: Ritchie Industries, of Conrad, Iowa
Made in: United States, Mexico
Sold at: Ritchie distributors nationwide

Consumer contact

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.

Source: CPSC recall 09141. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.