SmartScan Fire Alarm Panel (Gamewell-FCI) – software upgrade (2007)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Gamewell-FCI 600 Series SmartScan Fire Alarm Control Panels
Brand
Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Gamewell-FCI, of Northford, Conn. is recalling Gamewell-FCI 600 Series SmartScan Fire Alarm Control Panels. The hazard is: The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a r. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The software upgrade involves the Gamewell-FCI model 600 Series control panel using System Sensor compatible line cards, SmartScan. These panels are components of the Gamewell-FCI 600 Series fire alarm system. They provide the signaling line circuits and display information for the system.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The software in the fire alarm system could fail to recognize when a detector needs servicing as a result of the buildup of dust, dirt, or other environmental pollutants, which could result in the system failing to respond in the event of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Gamewell-FCI is contacting customers directly and providing a free firmware software upgrade.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026