Recalls / 2011-02-08
Simplex Fire Alarm Control Panels Recalled by Tyco Safety Products Westminster Due to Failure to Alert Monitoring Centers
11721 · Recalled 2011-02-08 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled fire alarm panel is the Simplex 4100U-NXP panel configured for third party monitoring and running software revision 14.01. The words "Simplex," "4100U" and "Fire Control" appear on the fire alarm's front panel. The software revision number can be identified by pressing the "Menu" key on the panel keypad, selecting "Show Software Revision Level" and pressing "Enter."
Hazards
The recalled fire alarm control panels can fail to send a signal to alert monitoring centers in the event of a fire.
Reported injuries
The firm has received 2 reports of alarms failing to alert monitoring centers. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Building managers should contact SimplexGrinnell for a free software upgrade. SimplexGrinnell is contacting its customers directly.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Simplex Fire Alarm Control Panel | About 540 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Tyco Safety Products Westminster
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Distributed by SimplexGrinnell, 000, $20, 000.
Consumer contact
For more information, contact SimplexGrinnell toll-free at (866) 565-6322 or at the firm's website at www.simplexgrinnell.com
Source: CPSC recall 11721. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.