CPSC recall · Reported April 9, 2008
Fire Alarm Control Panel Recalled By Gamewell FCI Due to Alert Failure
The sounder on the panel's main circuit board can fail to alert when there is a malfunction.
Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. recalled This recall involves Gamewell-FCI 7100 Series fire alarm control panels. The panels provi….
Fire Alarm Control Panel Recalled By Gamewell FCI Due to Alert Failure was recalled by Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. in April 9, 2008. Reason: The sounder on the panel's main circuit board can fail to alert when there is a malfunction.. Remedy: Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and is providing a free repair kit. In the …. Verify recall #08556 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. issued this CPSC recall-The sounder on the panel's main circuit board can fail to alert when there is a malfunction..
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- April 9, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08556 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
This recall involves Gamewell-FCI 7100 Series fire alarm control panels. The panels provide control, display and annunciation information. The series includes the following model numbers: Model No. Description 1100-1312 BK-7100-2D Basic Systems Kit, With DACT, 2 SLC 1100-1314 BK-7100-2D-240V Bas. Sys. Kit, w/DACT, 2 SLC, 240 VAC 1100-1352 7100 Series Basic Systems Module, With DACT, 1 SLC 1100-1237 7100-1 Addressable FACP w/DACT, 1 SLC with cabinet 1100-1311 BK-7100-2 Basic Systems Kit, 2 SLC 1100-1313 BK-7100-2-240V Basic Systems Kit, 2 SLC, 240 VAC 1100-1351 7100 Series Basic Systems Module, 1 SLC 1100-1238 7100-1 Addressable System, 1 SLC with cabinet
Reason for recall
The sounder on the panel's main circuit board can fail to alert when there is a malfunction.
Remedy, what to do
Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and is providing a free repair kit. In the event of sounder failure during an alarm, the various other audible and visual indicators will notify occupants of an alarm condition.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08556 |
| Date reported | April 9, 2008 |
| Date initiated | April 9, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. |
| Affected scope | About 3,000 |
| 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
Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and is providing a free repair kit. In the event of sounder failure during an alarm…
- Check the recall number (08556) 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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