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Fire Alarm Control Panels Recalled by Fire-Lite Alarms Due to Alert Failure

Reported: October 5, 2010 Initiated: October 5, 2010 #11702

Product Description

This recall involves the Fire-Lite model MS-9600LS Series control panel that uses the SLC-2LS Expander Module. The following control panel model numbers included in this recall are: MS-9600LS, MS-9600LSC, MS-9600LSE, MS-9600UDLS, MS-9600UDLSE, UNIMODE9600LS and UNIMODE9600UDLS. The control panel is the main portion of the fire alarm system. The software in the expander module tells the system to sound an alarm and flash warning lights. The words "Fire-Lite Alarms by Honeywell" and the model number are located on the front of the fire alarm control panel.

Reason for Recall

The recalled fire alarm control panels used with an SLC-2LS expander module can fail to sound an alarm in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Building managers should contact Fire-Lite Alarms for a free software upgrade. Fire-Lite Alarms is contacting its customers directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Fire-Lite model MS-9600LS Series control panel that uses the SLC-2LS Expander Module. The following control panel model numbers included in this recall are: MS-9600LS, MS-9600LSC, MS-9600LSE, MS-9600UDLS, MS-9600UDLSE, UNIMODE9600LS and UNIMODE9600UDLS. The control panel is the main portion of the fire alarm system. The software in the expander module tells the system to sound an alarm and flash warning lights. The words "Fire-Lite Alarms by Honeywell" and the model number are located on the front of the fire alarm control panel.. Recalled by Fire-Lite Alarms of Northford, Conn.. Units affected: About 530.
Why was this product recalled?
The recalled fire alarm control panels used with an SLC-2LS expander module can fail to sound an alarm in the event of a fire.
What should consumers do?
Building managers should contact Fire-Lite Alarms for a free software upgrade. Fire-Lite Alarms is contacting its customers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 5, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11702.