Ritchie Immersion Heaters Recalled By Springfield Wire Due to Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5148.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5148.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled immersion heater and return it to the place of purchase for a free replacement heater.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Ritchie Distributors Nationwide From February 2007 Through March 2009 For About $60 To $70. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5148.
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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Ritchie Distributors Nationwide From February 2007 Through March 2009 For About $60 To $70. Recall FAQ
Ritchie Distributors Nationwide From February 2007 Through March 2009 For About $60 To $70. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Ritchie Immersion Heaters Recalled By Springfield Wire Due to Shock Hazard. The notice was published on March 4, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 13,000 units are potentially affected.