CPSC2003-10-30
CPSC, Notifier Announce Recall for Fire Alarm Panels
Notifier, of Northford, Conn.
Hazard
The AEU can enter a "sleep" mode, where it does not communicate with the system. When this occurs, audible evacuation signals associated with the failed AEU will not operate and building occupants may not be warned of an emergency.
Remedy
Notifier will provide an upgraded CPU firmware set for each AM2020 and AFP1010 panel, at no charge.
Sold at
Notifier distributors nationwide, from January 2000 through May 2002. The list price for the CPU and DIA combination for the model AM2020 is about $6,400, and the list price for the CPU and DIA combination for the model AFP1010 is about $3,370.
Affected count
6,000
Injuries reported
Notifier has received eight reports of trouble signals alarming. In each case the problem was identified and corrected. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Fire Alarm Control Panel
Consumer contact
Distributors should contact their Notifier customer service representative at (800) 289-3473 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday to receive the firmware upgrade.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Notifier-Announce-Recall-for-Fire-Alarm-PanelsDon't want to check this manually?
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