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Product recall · CPSCMarch 22, 2007Serious
Digital Security Controls Smoke Detectors that Could Fail to Warn of a Fire
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
These smoke detectors could fail to reliably detect smoke during a fire.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
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.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Digital Security Controls toll-free at (888) 888-7838 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at at www.dsc.com
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 32,000
- Recall date
- March 22, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Digital Security Controls, of Toronto, Canada
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Commercial and residential installers nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for between $60 and $70 per unit.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Digital Security Controls Recalls Smoke Detectors that Could Fail to Warn of a Fire”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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