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CPSCRecalled Nov 20, 2014 · #15709

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

Hazard

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.

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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.

Product details

Product
Simplex 4100ES Fire Alarm Control Panel
Type
Fire or Smoke Alarms
Manufacturer
Tyco International de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
SimplexGrinnell from March 2014 through June 2014 for about $4,000.
Made in
Mexico

What you should do

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

View the official CPSC notice