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Tyco Fire Protection Recalls Simplex Fire Alarm Control Panels Due to Failure to Activate (Recall Alert)

Reported: November 20, 2014 Initiated: November 20, 2014 #15709

Product Description

The recalled Simplex 4100ES Fire Control Panel is an addressable fire alarm control panel that can support up to 2,500 addressable points, fire alarm and emergency voice communications and peer-to-peer networking operations. The metal cabinets containing the panel are red or white and measure about 22 inches to 56 inches in height, 24 inches in width and 7 inches in depth. The panels have Simplex 4100ES printed on the front of the panel.

Reason for Recall

A defective chip in the alarm panel can cause premature battery failure and prevent activation of devices during alarm conditions, posing a risk of injury and property damage.

Remedy

SimplexGrinnell is inspecting and replacing all circuit boards with the defective chip. SimplexGrinnell and Tyco are contacting purchasers directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 750
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/Tyco-Fire-Protection-Recalls-Simplex-Fire-Alarm-Control-Panels

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled Simplex 4100ES Fire Control Panel is an addressable fire alarm control panel that can support up to 2,500 addressable points, fire alarm and emergency voice communications and peer-to-peer networking operations. The metal cabinets containing the panel are red or white and measure about 22 inches to 56 inches in height, 24 inches in width and 7 inches in depth. The panels have Simplex 4100ES printed on the front of the panel.. Recalled by Tyco International de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.. Units affected: About 750.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A defective chip in the alarm panel can cause premature battery failure and prevent activation of devices during alarm conditions, posing a risk of injury and property damage.
What should consumers do? ▼
SimplexGrinnell is inspecting and replacing all circuit boards with the defective chip. SimplexGrinnell and Tyco are contacting purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 20, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15709.

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