Gems Sensors Recalls Pressure Transducers Used in Fire Pump Controllers Due to Risk of Failure in a Fire
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2012-04-24 · 12156
Hazards
The transducer can fail to accurately detect water pressure in a fire suppression sprinkler system. This could cause the sprinkler system to fail to activate and pump water to the sprinklers in the event of a fire.
Recall
Number
12156
Date
2012-04-24
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers
Remedies
Options
New Instructions; Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Gems sold the recalled 3100 Pressure Transducers directly to end-users and through distributors from January 2006 through February 2012 for about $250.
Importer(s)
Gems Sensors Inc., of Plainville, Conn.
Country of manufacture
England
Description
The Gems 3100 Pressure Transducer is used to detect pressure in a range of applications, including the detection of water pressure as part of a fire pump controller in a fire suppression sprinkler system. The transducer has "Gems Sensors & Controls," as well as the 18-digit part number, printed on a label affixed to the center of the transducer. Part numbers beginning with "3100" are included in this recall.