CPSC2007-07-27
Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Panels
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Hazard
The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of the buildup of dust, dirt, or other environmental pollutants, which could result in the system failing to respond in the event of a fire.
Remedy
Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and providing a free firmware software upgrade.
Sold at
Authorized distributors nationwide from October 2004 through May 2007 for between about $400 and $3,500. Authorized distributors resold and installed the control panels for commercial end users in facilities such as hotels and office buildings.
Affected count
About 1,100
Injuries reported
Gamewell-FCI has received no reports of the firmware failing to operate in the event of a fire.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Gamewell-FCI 600 Series SmartScan Fire Alarm Control Panels
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Gamewell-FCI at (800) 633-1311 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.gamewell-fci.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Gamewell-FCI-Recalls-to-Upgrade-Software-Used-with-Fire-Alarm-System-Control-PanelsDon't want to check this manually?
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