CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The recalled fire alarm control panels used with an SLC-2LS expander module can fail to sound an alarm in the event of a fire.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • October 5, 2010

Fire Alarm Control Panels Recalled by Fire-Lite Alarms Due to Alert Failure

This recall involves the Fire-Lite model MS-9600LS Series control panel that uses the SLC-2LS Expander Module. The following control panel model numbers included in this recall are: MS-9600LS, MS-9600LSC, MS-9600LSE, MS-9600UDLS, MS-9600UDLSE, UNIMODE9600LS and UNIMODE9600UDLS. The control panel is the main portion of the fire alarm system. The software in the expander module tells the system to sound an alarm and flash warning lights. The words "Fire-Lite Alarms by Honeywell" and the model number are located on the front of the fire alarm control panel.

Required Consumer Action

Building managers should contact Fire-Lite Alarms for a free software upgrade. Fire-Lite Alarms is contacting its customers directly.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact the Fire-Lite Alarms' technical service department at (800) 627-3473 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.firelite.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Authorized wholesalers and distributors nationwide from October 2008 through March 2010 for between about $875 for the expander module and $2,285 for the control panel. These distributors resold and/or installed the control panels and modules for use in c
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Fire-Lite Alarms of Northford, Conn.
Remedy
New Instructions
Recall Number
11702

Product Information

Product Name
Fire Alarm Control Panel
Product Type
Fire or Smoke Alarms
Number of Units
About 530
Manufacturer Name
Fire-Lite Alarms of Northford, Conn.
Manufactured In
United States

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Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact the Fire-Lite Alarms' technical service department at (800) 627-3473 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.firelite.com