January 31, 2007
Gamewell-FCI Recalls to Upgrade Software Used with Fire Alarm System Control Boards
Name of Product: Gamewell-FCI Electronic Control Boards by Honeywell
Units: About 700
Manufacturer: Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn.
Hazard: Incoming and outgoing messages to and from the control board can interfere with each other, preventing it from sending a message to the command center in the event of fire.
Description: The software upgrade involves Gamewell-FCI model ILI-MB-E3 and ILI-S-E3 loop control boards. These boards are components of the Gamewell-FCI E3 Series fire alarm system. They provide the signaling line circuits and display information for the system.
Sold through: Authorized distributors nationwide from October 2005 through September 2006. Authorized distributors resell and install loop control boards for commercial end users in facilities such as hotels and office buildings.
Remedy: Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and is providing a free firmware software upgrade.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Gamewell-FCI at (800) 633-1311 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their distributor’s Web site at www.gamewell-fci.com