Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Panels

Gamewell-FCI 600 Series SmartScan Fire Alarm Control Panels

Date of Recall

2007-07-27

CPSC Release Number

07-565

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 1,100

Manufacturer

Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn.

Sold By

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.

Problem/Hazard

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.

Injuries/Incidents

Gamewell-FCI has received no reports of the firmware failing to operate in the event of a fire.

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.

Remedy

Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and providing a free firmware software upgrade.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Gamewell-FCI at (800) 633-1311 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.gamewell-fci.com

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