dormakaba Recalls Delayed Egress Locks Due to Risk of Entrapment in an Emergency
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Delayed Egress Locks |
| Units | About 2,400 |
| Hazards | The lockset can fail to open, posing an entrapment hazard and inability to vacate a location in an emergency. |
| Remedies | Facilities using the recalled locks should contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free repair of the firmware by a technician. |
| Manufacturers | Shanghai One Top Corporation, of Shanghai, China |
Details
This recall involves dormakaba Delayed Egress Locks with model number DE8310 found on the inside of the wiring cavity cover plate. These locks detect when pressure is applied to a door and are set with a release delay of 15 or 30 seconds. The recalled locks include an internal or external alarm sounder, key switch for reset and override, and a building code sign for single out swinging doors. Delayed egress locks are typically used on perimeter exit doors and internal fire doors to discourage or delay unauthorized exit while providing a safe means of escape during a fire or other catastrophic emergency.
Consumer Contact
dormakaba at 800-265-6630 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at dormakaba.us and search for "recall" or "DE8310" for more information or here.
