Tyco Fire Protection Recalls Simplex Fire Alarm Control Panels Due to Failure to Activate (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 15709 · announced November 20, 2014 · Tyco International De Mexico, S. De R.l. De C.v · 750 units affected
The product
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.
The 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.
What to do (per CPSC)
SimplexGrinnell is inspecting and replacing all circuit boards with the defective chip. SimplexGrinnell and Tyco are contacting purchasers directly. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: SimplexGrinnell from March 2014 through June 2014 for about $4,000.
Consumer contact: Tyco at (800) 746-7539 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.tycosimplexgrinnell.com and click on the Recall Alert button.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.