There has recently been an important product recall on the Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers. Anyone currently using this product is to stop using it ASAP so as to prevent injury or death. It is also prohibited to re-sell a recalled product. There were aproximitely 25,000 units sold between January 2006 through February 2012 for about $250.
What a Fire Pump Controller Does
This product regulates water pressure as part of a fire pump controller in a fire suppression sprinkler system. The transducer for the 3100 product series has been reported to incorrectly detect water pressure in the event of a fire.
Contact Gems, CPSC or Active Fire & Safety Services for More Info
All consumers are being asked to contact Gems directly to receive a bi-monthly inspection and information for a free replacement transducer, if approved. They can be reached toll-free at (855) 877-9666, between 8a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is currently accepting incident reports. They can be reached at 1-800-638-2772. There are currently no injuries reported.
Please contact us at Active Fire & Safety Services if you would like more information. 604 590-0149