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Medium RiskCPSC
Kitchen & Cookware/Small Appliances

InSinkErator® Recalls SinkTop™ Switch Accessory for Garbage Disposals Due to Fire Hazard

Agency Publication Date: March 6, 2018
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Summary

InSinkErator is recalling about 1.4 million Single Outlet SinkTop Switches used as an alternative to wall switches for garbage disposals. Water can leak into the device's power module, which has led to 40 reports of overheating and damage to the power module and electrical outlets. These air-activated switches were sold as accessories between 2005 and October 2017 in chrome, white, and satin nickel finishes. Consumers should stop using the recalled switches and contact the company for a free replacement.

Risk

Water can enter the power module located under the sink, causing the electrical components to overheat and potentially start a fire. There have been 40 reports of overheating damage to power modules and electrical outlets.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the SinkTop Switch and do not press the air button to activate your garbage disposal.
  2. Locate the power module under your sink to identify if it is affected by checking for 'InSinkErator' printed on the front.
  3. Check the back of the power module for model numbers 76703, STS-SOSN, 78251, or 74300 to confirm if your unit is part of the recall.
  4. Contact InSinkErator toll-free at 855-215-5695 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to request a free replacement SinkTop switch.
  5. Visit the manufacturer's dedicated recall website at www.insinkerator.safetynotice.expertinquiry.com or www.insinkerator.com and click on 'Safety Notice' for more information and to register for a remedy.
  6. Contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this safety recall.

Your Remedy Options

📋Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled switches and contact InSinkErator for a free SinkTop switch replacement.

Contact: InSinkErator toll-free at 855-215-5695 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.insinkerator.com and click on “Safety Notice”, or www.insinkerator.safetynotice.expertinquiry.com for more information.

Affected Products

Product: InSinkErator Single Outlet SinkTop Switches
Model:
76703
STS-SOSN
78251
74300
Date Ranges: Sold between 2005 and October 2017

Product Images

On Sink/Countertop

On Sink/Countertop

Model 76703

Model 76703

Model STS-SOSN

Model STS-SOSN

Model 74300

Model 74300

Model 78251 sold with Essential XTR Disposer Packaged with SinkTop Switch

Model 78251 sold with Essential XTR Disposer Packaged with SinkTop Switch

On Sink/Countertop

On Sink/Countertop

Under Sink

Under Sink

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 18116
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Tecmark of Mentor, Ohio
Sold By: The switches were sold between 2005 and October 2017 at home improvement stores, online websites and through plumbing contractors and outlets for between about $50 and $90.
Distributor: InSinkErator of Racine, Wis.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 1,400,000 (In addition, about 28 were sold in Canada)
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: InSinkErator toll-free at 855-215-5695 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.insinkerator.com and click on “Safety Notice”, or www.insinkerator.safetynotice.expertinquiry.com for more information.
Agency Last Updated: March 6, 2018

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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