Gems Sensors Recalls Pressure Transducers Used in Fire Pump Controllers Due to Risk of Failure in a Fire
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2012-04-24). Hazards: fire. About 25,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12156 |
| Published | 2012-04-24 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-18 |
| Product category | Sprinklers (Fire) |
| Products | Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers |
| Firm named in the title | Gems Sensors |
| Firms | Gems Sensors Inc., of Plainville, Conn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | England |
| Units (US) | 25,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire |
| Remedy classes | replace, new instructions, inspect |
| Sold | Gems sold the recalled 3100 Pressure Transducers directly to end-users and through distributors from January 2006 through February 2012 for about $250. |
Description
The Gems 3100 Pressure Transducer is used to detect pressure in a range of applications, including the detection of water pressure as part of a fire pump controller in a fire suppression sprinkler system. The transducer has "Gems Sensors & Controls," as well as the 18-digit part number, printed on a label affixed to the center of the transducer. Part numbers beginning with "3100" are included in this recall.
Hazard
The transducer can fail to accurately detect water pressure in a fire suppression sprinkler system. This could cause the sprinkler system to fail to activate and pump water to the sprinklers in the event of a fire.
Remedy
Contact Gems to receive enhanced twice monthly inspection instructions and information about a free replacement transducer, when warranted. End-users who use the 3100 Pressure Transducer in other applications in which water pressure is measured should contact Gems to determine if their units are affected.
Incidents and injuries
None.
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