449 Series Self-Diagnostic Photoelectric Smoke Detector
Published 29 April 2014
Product
Photo Electric Smoke & Thermal detector 449 Series Self-Diagnostic Photoelectric Smoke Detector used to detect smoke threats and communicate to a security panel. Identifying features description The recall only affects certain model numbers (see Identifying Numbers section, below) manufactured between March 25th, 2013 and February 28th, 2014, which will have date codes between 13084 and 14059. 449 Series Self-Diagnostic Photoelectric Smoke Detector with the below model numbers and with date codes between 13084 and 14059: 449C 449CSTN-AA 449CTE 449CRT 449CST 449CT
Why it was recalled
When the Smoke Detectors are near a device with frequency levels ranging between 440Mhz – 470Mhz, the Smoke Detectors may possibly become idle or activate false alarms. Some devices, such as Satellite Phones and hand-held ‘Walkie Talkies’, use this frequency range for their operation.
Hazard
If the Smoke Detector is idle it may not serve its purpose of alerting users in case of fire, which can contribute to further damage to people or property.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.