Digital Security Controls Recalls Smoke Detectors that Could Fail to Warn of a Fire

Digital Security Controls FSA and FSB Series Smoke Detectors

Date of Recall
2007-03-22

CPSC Release Number
07-136

Manufactured In
Canada

Company Phone Number
(877) 666-1250

Units
About 32,000

Distributor
Digital Security Controls, of Toronto, Canada

Sold By
Commercial and residential installers nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for between $60 and $70 per unit.

Problem/Hazard
These smoke detectors could fail to reliably detect smoke during a fire.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The recall involves Digital Security Controls FSA and FSB series photo-electric smoke detectors. They are wired directly into the building circuitry, and do not use a battery. The dome shaped units have a metal mesh covering around the smoke sensor.

Remedy
Customers should immediately contact their installer to receive a free inspection to determine if their units are included in the recall. If so, they will receive free replacement smoke detectors with installation. Customers also can contact Digital Security Controls for additional information on how to receive free replacement smoke detectors. Only professional installers should remove and replace these units.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Digital Security Controls toll-free at (877) 666-1250 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at at www.dsc.com

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