Tyco Fire Protection Recalls Simplex Fire Alarm Control Panels Due to Failure to Activate (Recall Alert)
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-11-20). Hazards: fire, injury. About 750 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15709 |
| Published | 2014-11-20 |
| Last updated | 2014-12-09 |
| Product category | Fire or Smoke Alarms |
| Products | Simplex 4100ES Fire Alarm Control Panel |
| Firm named in the title | Tyco Fire Protection |
| Firms | Tyco International de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. (manufacturer); SimplexGrinnell, of Boca Raton, Fla. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Mexico |
| Units (US) | 750 |
| Hazard classes | fire, injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect |
| Sold | SimplexGrinnell from March 2014 through June 2014 for about $4,000. |
Description
The recalled Simplex 4100ES Fire Control Panel is an addressable fire alarm control panel that can support up to 2,500 addressable points, fire alarm and emergency voice communications and peer-to-peer networking operations. The metal cabinets containing the panel are red or white and measure about 22 inches to 56 inches in height, 24 inches in width and 7 inches in depth. The panels have Simplex 4100ES printed on the front of the panel.
Hazard
A defective chip in the alarm panel can cause premature battery failure and prevent activation of devices during alarm conditions, posing a risk of injury and property damage.
Remedy
SimplexGrinnell is inspecting and replacing all circuit boards with the defective chip. SimplexGrinnell and Tyco are contacting purchasers directly.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Machine access
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