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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 12156

Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers

Published April 24, 2012

Summary

CPSC records recall 12156, published April 24, 2012. Reported units: About 25,000.

What's the hazard

The transducer can fail to accurately detect water pressure in a fire suppression sprinkler system. This could cause the sprinkler system to fail to activate and pump water to the sprinklers in the event of a fire.

What to do

Contact Gems to receive enhanced twice monthly inspection instructions and information about a free replacement transducer, when warranted. End-users who use the 3100 Pressure Transducer in other applications in which water pressure is measured should contact Gems to determine if their units are affected.

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Recall details

Brand
Gems Sensors Inc., of Plainville, Conn.
Distributor
Gems sold the recalled 3100 Pressure Transducers directly to end-users and through distributors from January 2006 through February 2012 for about $250.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 12156 on April 24, 2012. Reported hazard: The transducer can fail to accurately detect water pressure in a fire suppression sprinkler system. This could cause the sprinkler system to fail to activate and pump water to the sprinklers in the event of a fire.

What should I do if I have this product?

Contact Gems to receive enhanced twice monthly inspection instructions and information about a free replacement transducer, when warranted. End-users who use the 3100 Pressure Transducer in other applications in which water pressure is measured should contact Gems to determine if their units are affected.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Gems Sensors Inc., of Plainville, Conn..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)