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CPSC recall · Reported March 11, 2003

CPSC, Fire-Lite Alarms Announce Recall of Power Supply for Alarm Systems

Fire-Lite models FCPS-24FS6 and FCPS-24FS8, and Notifier models FCPS-24S6 and FCPS-24S8 can have incomplete solder connections. The Notifier model ACPS-2406 can have an improper c…

Recall #
03527
Affected scope
About 2,600
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Fire-Lite Alarms, Inc. of Northford, Conn. recalled The recalled power supplies are used with notification appliance circuits that provide an….

CPSC, Fire-Lite Alarms Announce Recall of Power Supply for Alarm Systems was recalled by Fire-Lite Alarms, Inc. of Northford, Conn. in March 11, 2003. Reason: Fire-Lite models FCPS-24FS6 and FCPS-24FS8, and Notifier models FCPS-24S6 and FCPS-24S8 can have incomplete s…. Remedy: Building owners and maintenance personnel with Fire-Lite or Notifier power supplies shoul…. Verify recall #03527 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Fire-Lite Alarms, Inc. of Northford, Conn. issued this CPSC recall-Fire-Lite models FCPS-24FS6 and FCPS-24FS8, and Notifier models FCPS-24S6 and FCPS-24S8 can have incomplete s….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03527 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

The recalled power supplies are used with notification appliance circuits that provide an audible, visual, or audio-visual combination notification to building occupants in the event of a fire. Only power supplies with a date code of 4602 or lower are included in this recall.

Reason for recall

Fire-Lite models FCPS-24FS6 and FCPS-24FS8, and Notifier models FCPS-24S6 and FCPS-24S8 can have incomplete solder connections. The Notifier model ACPS-2406 can have an improper circuit response with low input voltage. Both of these conditions may result in a building alarm system not functioning properly.

Remedy, what to do

Building owners and maintenance personnel with Fire-Lite or Notifier power supplies should contact the Customer Service and Technical Support Center.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 03527
Date reported March 11, 2003
Date initiated March 11, 2003
Recalling firm Fire-Lite Alarms, Inc. of Northford, Conn.
Affected scope About 2,600
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Building owners and maintenance personnel with Fire-Lite or Notifier power supplies should contact the Customer Service and Techn…

  • Check the recall number (03527) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled power supplies are used with notification appliance circuits that provide an audible, visual, or audio-visual combination notification to building occupants in the event of a fire. Only power supplies with a date code of 4602 or lower are included in this recall.. Recalled by Fire-Lite Alarms, Inc. of Northford, Conn.. Units affected: About 2,600.
Why was this product recalled?
Fire-Lite models FCPS-24FS6 and FCPS-24FS8, and Notifier models FCPS-24S6 and FCPS-24S8 can have incomplete solder connections. The Notifier model ACPS-2406 can have an improper circuit response with low input voltage. Both of these conditions may result in a building alarm system not functioning properly.
What should consumers do?
Building owners and maintenance personnel with Fire-Lite or Notifier power supplies should contact the Customer Service and Technical Support Center.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 11, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 03527.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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