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CPSC recall · Reported June 17, 2020

Edwards Recalls Mechanical Heat Detectors Due to Failure to Alert to Fire

The recalled heat detectors can fail to activate in reaction to rising temperatures, posing a risk of failure to alert consumers to a fire.

Recall #
20140
Affected scope
About 85,000
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Edwards Recalls Mechanical Heat Detectors Due to Failure to Alert to Fire was recalled and listed by the CPSC in June 17, 2020. Reason: The recalled heat detectors can fail to activate in reaction to rising temperatures, posing a risk of failure…. Remedy: Consumers who use the product in life-safety applications permitted by code (for example,…. Verify recall #20140 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The recalled heat detectors can fail to activate in reaction to rising temperatures, posing a risk of failure….

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June 17, 2020
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #20140 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 mechanical heat detectors used indoors to detect elevated temperatures as part of professionally installed fire detection systems for residential homes and businesses. In residential settings, this product is installed in kitchens, attics and garages for property protection. The recalled heat detectors do not detect smoke or make an audible sound, but rather act as sensors that trigger fire alarms or security panels when elevated heat is detected. The heat detectors can be mounted to walls or ceilings and are labeled with "135F" and "NOT A LIFE SAFETY DEVICE." The recalled units are the following: Model # Description Seller 281B-PL Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Edwards 283B-PL Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Edwards 104-13 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed temperature Interlogix 104-15 Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Interlogix 1EYC2 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Edwards, Grainger P/N 1EYC4 Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Edwards, Grainger P/N 281B-20pkg-OEM-UTCO1 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Honeywell Security 281B-20pkg-OEM-UTC20 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Interlogix 281B-OEM-UTC01 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Honeywell Security 283B-20pkg-OEM-UTC01 Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Honeywell Security 73340U Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature and Rate of Rise Mirtone 73342U Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Mirtone AI281B Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature and Rate of Rise Edwards AI283B Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Edwards 281A Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature and Rate of Rise Edwards

Reason for recall

The recalled heat detectors can fail to activate in reaction to rising temperatures, posing a risk of failure to alert consumers to a fire.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers who use the product in life-safety applications permitted by code (for example, in elevator shafts, or in lieu of smoke detectors, manual pull stations, or sprinklers in particular settings), or in residential attics or residential garages, should immediately contact a fire or security alarm professional for free replacement and installation of the heat detector.

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 20140
Date reported June 17, 2020
Date initiated June 17, 2020
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 85,000
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves mechanical heat detectors used indoors to detect elevated temperatures as part of professionally installed fire detection systems for residential homes and businesses. In residential settings, this product is installed in kitchens, attics and garages for property protection. The recalled heat detectors do not detect smoke or make an audible sound, but rather act as sensors that trigger fire alarms or security panels when elevated heat is detected. The heat detectors can be mounted to walls or ceilings and are labeled with "135F" and "NOT A LIFE SAFETY DEVICE." The recalled units are the following: Model # Description Seller 281B-PL Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Edwards 283B-PL Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Edwards 104-13 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed temperature Interlogix 104-15 Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Interlogix 1EYC2 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Edwards, Grainger P/N 1EYC4 Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Edwards, Grainger P/N 281B-20pkg-OEM-UTCO1 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Honeywell Security 281B-20pkg-OEM-UTC20 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Interlogix 281B-OEM-UTC01 Heat Detector, 135F, Rate of Rise and Fixed Temperature Honeywell Security 283B-20pkg-OEM-UTC01 Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Honeywell Security 73340U Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature and Rate of Rise Mirtone 73342U Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Mirtone AI281B Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature and Rate of Rise Edwards AI283B Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature Edwards 281A Heat Detector, 135F, Fixed Temperature and Rate of Rise Edwards. Units affected: About 85,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled heat detectors can fail to activate in reaction to rising temperatures, posing a risk of failure to alert consumers to a fire.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers who use the product in life-safety applications permitted by code (for example, in elevator shafts, or in lieu of smoke detectors, manual pull stations, or sprinklers in particular settings), or in residential attics or residential garages, should immediately contact a fire or security alarm professional for free replacement and installation of the heat detector.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 17, 2020. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 20140.
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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