# Gems Sensors Recalls Pressure Transducers Used in Fire Pump Controllers Due to Risk of Failure in a Fire
> **CPSC recall** · 2012-04-24 · 12156 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 12156
- **Date:** 2012-04-24
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers

## 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.

## Remedies

New Instructions; Replace

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Gems-Sensors-Recalls-Pressure-Transducers-Used-in-Fire-Pump-Controllers-Due-to-Risk-of-Failure-in-a-Fire)
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