Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Panels
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-07-27 · 07565
Hazards
The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of the buildup of dust, dirt, or other environmental pollutants, which could result in the system failing to respond in the event of a fire.
Recall
Number
07565
Date
2007-07-27
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Gamewell-FCI 600 Series SmartScan Fire Alarm Control Panels
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn.
Retailer(s)
Authorized distributors nationwide from October 2004 through May 2007 for between about $400 and $3,500. Authorized distributors resold and installed the control panels for commercial end users in facilities such as hotels and office buildings.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The software upgrade involves the Gamewell-FCI model 600 Series control panel using System Sensor compatible line cards, SmartScan. These panels are components of the Gamewell-FCI 600 Series fire alarm system. They provide the signaling line circuits and display information for the system.