Immersion Heaters
CPSC Recall #06-028 — November 9, 2005
Product
Immersion Heaters
Description
The immersion heaters are portable chrome-plated steel heaters with a white plastic handle and mug hook used for warming tea, coffee, soup, or other liquids. "IMMERSION HEATER," and "MADE IN TAIWAN" are embossed on the white plastic handle of these heaters. Some products were sold under the EKCO brand and others were sold with no brand.
Hazard
Moisture in the heating element could cause corrosion over time, presenting a shock hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
World Kitchen Inc. has received two reports of short circuits. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact World Kitchen for a refund.
Units Affected
About 472,000
Sold At
Mass retailers, hardware and grocery stores nationwide from January 1999 through August 2005 for between $5 and $6.
Manufacturer
Chun Tai Electric Heater Company, of Taiwan
Manufactured In
Taiwan