Recalls / 2003-10-30
CPSC, Fire Control Instruments Announce Recall for Audio Evacuation Units
04507 · Recalled 2003-10-30 · CPSC page
Description
All FCI AEUs (part number 1100-1171) manufactured prior to April 12, 2003. These AEUs are used in FireVac 7200 System Control Units. A label in the left center of the circuit board reads "FCI 7200" and "AEU." All V5 versions below V5.2-008 and V6 versions below V6.0.14 are included in the recall.
Hazards
The AEU can enter a "sleep" mode, where it does not communicate with the system. When this occurs, audible evacuation signals associated with the failed AEU will not operate and building occupants may not be warned of an emergency.
Reported injuries
FCI has received seven reports of AEUs unexpectedly entering a "sleep" mode. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
FCI will provide a new software chip set for each FireVac System, at no charge.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Evacuation Unit | 276 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Fire Control Instruments
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- To FCI distributors nationwide, from January 1998 through April 11, 2003, for a list price of $825.
Consumer contact
Distributors who do not receive the new software chip set or who have additional questions should contact their customer service representative at (800) 633-1311 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 04507. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.