CPSC recall · Reported May 19, 2006
Tyco Fire & Security Recall to Upgrade Software of Fire Detection Systems
Sensors in these fire detection systems could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high temperature. If this occurs, these sensors could dela…
Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd., of Suzhou, China recalled The smoke sensors in these fire detection systems were installed beginning August 2004 in….
Tyco Fire & Security Recall to Upgrade Software of Fire Detection Systems was recalled by Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd., of Suzhou, China in May 19, 2006. Reason: Sensors in these fire detection systems could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high h…. Remedy: Commercial building owners and managers with these sensors will be contacted directly by …. Verify recall #06551 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd., of Suzhou, China issued this CPSC recall-Sensors in these fire detection systems could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high h….
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- May 19, 2006
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06551 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.
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Product description
The smoke sensors in these fire detection systems were installed beginning August 2004 in certain SimplexGrinnell, ADT and Ansul fire detection systems in commercial buildings throughout the U.S. The sensor model numbers listed below are included. Building owners and managers with these sensors will be contacted. 4098-9714 4098-9755 4098-9757CA 4098-9714C 4098-9755C 430631 4098-9714EA 4098-9755EA 430634 4098-9754 4098-9756 430654 4098-9754C 4098-9756C 430719 4098-9754EA 4098-9757 431190
Reason for recall
Sensors in these fire detection systems could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high temperature. If this occurs, these sensors could delay detecting the presence of smoke in the event of a fire.
Remedy, what to do
Commercial building owners and managers with these sensors will be contacted directly by one of the distributors to verify that the system is included in the recall and to arrange for a free software upgrade.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06551 |
| Date reported | May 19, 2006 |
| Date initiated | May 19, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Solectron (Suzhou) Technology Co. Ltd., of Suzhou, China |
| Affected scope | About 128,000 Fire Detection Systems |
| 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
Commercial building owners and managers with these sensors will be contacted directly by one of the distributors to verify that t…
- Check the recall number (06551) 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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