CPSC recall · Reported October 30, 2003
CPSC, Fire Control Instruments Announce Recall for Audio Evacuation Units
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 b…
Fire Control Instruments, of Westwood, Mass. recalled All FCI AEUs (part number 1100-1171) manufactured prior to April 12, 2003. These AEUs are….
CPSC, Fire Control Instruments Announce Recall for Audio Evacuation Units was recalled by Fire Control Instruments, of Westwood, Mass. in October 30, 2003. Reason: The AEU can enter a "sleep" mode, where it does not communicate with the system. When this occurs, audible ev…. Remedy: FCI will provide a new software chip set for each FireVac System, at no charge.. Verify recall #04507 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Fire Control Instruments, of Westwood, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-The AEU can enter a "sleep" mode, where it does not communicate with the system. When this occurs, audible ev….
- None
- agency class
- 276 units
- affected scope
- October 30, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04507 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
All FCI AEUs (part number 1100-1171) manufactured prior to April 12, 2003. These AEUs are used in FireVac 7200 System Control Units. A label in the left center of the circuit board reads "FCI 7200" and "AEU." All V5 versions below V5.2-008 and V6 versions below V6.0.14 are included in the recall.
Reason for recall
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, what to do
FCI will provide a new software chip set for each FireVac System, at no charge.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04507 |
| Date reported | October 30, 2003 |
| Date initiated | October 30, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Fire Control Instruments, of Westwood, Mass. |
| Affected scope | 276 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
FCI will provide a new software chip set for each FireVac System, at no charge.
- Check the recall number (04507) 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.
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