Digital Security Controls Recalls Smoke Detectors that Could Fail to Warn of a Fire
CPSC recall 07136 · announced March 22, 2007 · Digital Security Controls · 32,000 units affected
The product
The recall involves Digital Security Controls FSA and FSB series photo-electric smoke detectors. They are wired directly into the building circuitry, and do not use a battery. The dome shaped units have a metal mesh covering around the smoke sensor.
The hazard
These smoke detectors could fail to reliably detect smoke during a fire.
What to do (per CPSC)
Customers should immediately contact their installer to receive a free inspection to determine if their units are included in the recall. If so, they will receive free replacement smoke detectors with installation. Customers also can contact Digital Security Controls for additional information on how to receive free replacement smoke detectors. Only professional installers should remove and replace these units.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Commercial and residential installers nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for between $60 and $70 per unit.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Digital Security Controls toll-free at (888) 888-7838 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at at www.dsc.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.