Fire Alarm Control Panel Recalled By Gamewell FCI Due to Alert Failure
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-04-09). Hazards: fire. Models: 1100-1312, BK-7100-2D. About 3,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08556 |
| Published | 2008-04-09 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Home Control/Alarm Systems |
| Products | Gamewell-FCI 7100 Series Fire Alarm Control Panel |
| Firms | Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 3,000 |
| Model numbers | 1100-1312, BK-7100-2D |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Sold | Authorized distributors to commercial end users in facilities such as hotels and office buildings nationwide from May 2007 through November 2007 for between $900 and $1,800. |
Description
This recall involves Gamewell-FCI 7100 Series fire alarm control panels. The panels provide control, display and annunciation information. The series includes the following model numbers: Model No. Description 1100-1312 BK-7100-2D Basic Systems Kit, With DACT, 2 SLC 1100-1314 BK-7100-2D-240V Bas. Sys. Kit, w/DACT, 2 SLC, 240 VAC 1100-1352 7100 Series Basic Systems Module, With DACT, 1 SLC 1100-1237 7100-1 Addressable FACP w/DACT, 1 SLC with cabinet 1100-1311 BK-7100-2 Basic Systems Kit, 2 SLC 1100-1313 BK-7100-2-240V Basic Systems Kit, 2 SLC, 240 VAC 1100-1351 7100 Series Basic Systems Module, 1 SLC 1100-1238 7100-1 Addressable System, 1 SLC with cabinet
Hazard
The sounder on the panel's main circuit board can fail to alert when there is a malfunction.
Remedy
Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and is providing a free repair kit. In the event of sounder failure during an alarm, the various other audible and visual indicators will notify occupants of an alarm condition.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
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