Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Panels
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-07-27). Hazards: fire. Models: 600. About 1,100 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07565 |
| Published | 2007-07-27 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Home Control/Alarm Systems |
| Products | Gamewell-FCI 600 Series SmartScan Fire Alarm Control Panels |
| Firm named in the title | Gamewell-FCI |
| Firms | Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 1,100 |
| Model numbers | 600 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | firmware update |
| Sold | Authorized distributors nationwide from October 2004 through May 2007 for between about $400 and $3,500. Authorized distributors resold and installed the control panels for commercial end users in facilities such as hotels and office buildings. |
Description
The software upgrade involves the Gamewell-FCI model 600 Series control panel using System Sensor compatible line cards, SmartScan. These panels are components of the Gamewell-FCI 600 Series fire alarm system. They provide the signaling line circuits and display information for the system.
Hazard
The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of the buildup of dust, dirt, or other environmental pollutants, which could result in the system failing to respond in the event of a fire.
Remedy
Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and providing a free firmware software upgrade.
Incidents and injuries
Gamewell-FCI has received no reports of the firmware failing to operate in the event of a fire.
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