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Fire / OverheatingMarch 22, 2007CPSC #07136

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

Product
Smoke Detectors/Alarms
Units affected
32,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

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

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

Canada

Where it was sold

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

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Recalled Smoke Detector
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