Recalled Product

Ritchie Immersion Heaters

On 2009-03-04, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published a recall regarding Ritchie Immersion Heaters due to a potential electric shock hazard. This product sold new beginning in February 2007 for about $60.00 to $70.00.

About 10,000 units are involved in this Springfield Wire immersion heater recall.
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This was the 1st recall of products in the Farming Equipment & Supplies category in 2009. See other recently recalled Farming Equipment & Supplies.

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What is the problem?

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

How can I tell if I own this product?

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.

These items were sold new⁺ at Ritchie distributors nationwide from February 2007 through March 2009 for about $60 to $70.

What should I do if I own this recalled product?

First, stop using the item.

Then, add the item to a free, private Items I Own account. This will enable you to easily access the CPSC and recalling company's remedy instructions as well as track your progress toward getting the item returned or fixed. Click "I Own THIS Item" to continue.

The CPSC provides the following remedy information:

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

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.

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⁺WeMakeItSafer cautions consumers that recalled items may have been acquired at different locations, prices and times than specified in the CPSC recall announcement. This is especially true for items purchased in online marketplaces, resale shops or yard sales. More information may be available in the CPSC recall announcement.