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Fire / OverheatingMay 28, 2003CPSC #03133

CPSC, Central Sprinkler Company Update Voluntary Recall To Replace O-Ring Fire Sprinklers

Product
Sprinklers (Fire)
Units affected
35
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The company is replacing 35 million Central fire sprinklers that have O-ring seals. The program also includes a limited number of O-ring models sold by Gem Sprinkler Company and Star Sprinkler, Inc. totaling about 167,000 sprinkler heads.

Hazard

These sprinkler heads can corrode or minerals, salts and other contaminants in water can affect the rubber O-ring seals. These factors could cause the sprinkler heads not to activate in a fire.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

United States

Photos

Typical "Wet" Sprinkler, which are installed in piping that is filled with waterTypical "Dry" Sprinkler, which are used in areas that may be exposed to very cold temperatures and the exposed piping does not contain water
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