D-300273 MCT-442 Installation Instructions
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1. F 2 In locations where humidity is below 10 or above 93 RH Near paint thinner fumes Near air conditioners furnaces stoves fireplaces and any other ventilation source that may interfere with the CO gas entering the detector RO 5 In locations where furniture or draperies may obstruct the air flow 6 In exhaust streams from gas engines vents flues or chimneys 7 Where dirt or dust could collect and block the sensor and stop its working 8 In locations that can be reached by children 9 In turbulent air from ceiling fans 10 In close proximity to an automobile exhaust pipe this will damage the detector Appendix B CO Gas Health Effects B 1 Toxic Effects Carbon monoxide CO is a colorless odorless non irritating gas which is classified as a chemical asphyxiate whose toxic action is a direct result of the hypoxia produced by a given exposure CO is rapidly absorbed through the lungs diffuses across the alveolar capillary membrane and is reversible bound with hemoglobin as carboxyheoglobin COHb however a minute amount is present in the plasma The affinity of hemoglobin for CO is over 200 times its affinity for oxygen This reduces the oxygen carrying of the blood and also has an effect on dissociation of oxyhemoglobin which farther reduces the oxygen supply to the tissues CO is chemically unchanged in the body and is eliminated in the expired air The elimination is determined by the same factors that2. 4 flashes OFF for 6 button is pressed to silent the alarm for 6 minutes TEST button 1 flash 1 flash Flashes the 3rd is pressed the ist the 2nd LED If CO circuit LED LED test and battery are OK lights during 2 sec Every 5 seconds during the first 4 minutes every 60 sec after the first 4 minutes After 6 minutes the detector restarts alarm if the CO level remains high Note Long period of low battery condition may cause improper function In case of End of Life Fault indication replace the battery and check if the End of Life Fault indication still exists If it still exists stop using the detector PHYSICAL DATA Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Relative Humidity 10 93 2 RH Dimensions 127 mm 5 in x 40 mm 1 9 16 in Weight without battery 180g 6 35 oz Compliance with Standard Europe EN50291 EN 50130 4 EN 300220 EN 301489 Certified by LPCB Uk USA 315MHz UL2075 CFR47 part 15 Visonic Ltd M N RFT3A minutes 1 beep FCC ID WP3RFT3A IC 1467C RFT3A 3 PREPARATIONS 3 1 Disassembly BRACKET DETECTOR Rotate the detector as shown and pull it from the bracket No Figure 2 Separating the Detector from Its Bracket 3 2 Communication Format Selection Select the desired communication format EN or UL by switch 1 see figure 3 Note Switch 2 is not used 3 3 Enroll
3. fault or the battery is Replace battery see SPECIFICATIONS If the problem still exists replace detector Every 60 seconds there are 3 flashes of the yellow LED and 1 beep is heard Detector end of life fault Replace battery see SPECIFICATIONS If the problem still exists replace detector CO detector goes back into alarm 6 minutes after the TEST MUTE button is pressed dangerous situation CO level indicates a potentially If you are feeling symptoms of CO poisoning evacuate your home and call your emergency service CO detector alarms frequently even though no high levels of CO are revealed in an investigation improperly located The CO detector may be Relocate the detector see appendix A If frequent alarms continue have home rechecked for potential CO problems You may experiencing an intermittent CO problem A Warning Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Visonic Ltd could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The 315 MHz version of this device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The digital circuit of this device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part
4. 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause such interference which can be verified by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to eliminate the interference by one or more of the following measures Re orient or re locate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the device and the receiver Connect the device to an outlet on a circuit different from the one which supplies power to the receiver Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician WARRANTY Visonic Limited the Manufacturer warrants this product only the Product to the original purchaser only the Purchaser against defective workmanship and materials under normal use of the Product for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of shipment by the Manufacturer This Warranty is absolutely conditional upon the Product having been properly installed maintained and operated under conditions of normal use in accordance with the Manufacturers recommended installation and operation instructions Products which have
5. D s002 74 MCT 442 Supervised Indoor Wireless CO Gas Detector al Visonic Installation Instructions 1 INTRODUCTION The carbon monoxide CO detector is designed to monitor the CO gas level in residential dwellings and give early warning before potentially dangerous levels exist The CO alarm is transmitted to the PowerMax version F and up or PowerMax Pro and presented on its display The CO gas is considered to be a highly dangerous poisonous gas because it is colorless odorless tasteless and very toxic Presence of CO gas inhibits the blood s capacity to transport oxygen throughout the body which can eventually lead to brain damage CO gas is produced by incomplete combustion of fuels such as natural gas propane heating oil kerosene coal charcoal gasoline or wood that can occur in any device that depends on burning for energy and heat such as furnaces boilers room heaters hot water heaters stoves grills and in any gasoline powered vehicle or engine Before CO harmful level is reached the detector s internal buzzer beeps sound periodically and the detector s red LED flashes In this condition the buzzer sound can be stopped for 6 minutes by pressing the TEST MUTE switch It will not correct the CO gas problem but will temporarily silence the buzzer while you correct the problem After 6 minutes the detector restarts alarm if the CO level remains high The detector provides low ALARM battery and de
6. TLY OR INDIRECTLY ARISING FROM PURCHASER S USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FOR LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF OTHER PROPERTY OR FROM ANY OTHER CAUSE EVEN IF MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE THE MANUFACTURER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DEATH PERSONAL ANDOR BODILY INJURY ANDOR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR OTHER LOSS WHETHER DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE BASED ON A CLAIM THAT THE PRODUCT FAILED TO FUNCTION However if the Manufacturer is held liable whether directly or indirectly for any loss or damage arising under this limited warranty THE MANUFACTURER S MAXIMUM LIABILITY IF ANY SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT which shall be fixed as liquidated damages and not as a penalty and shall be the complete and exclusive remedy against the Manufacturer When accepting the delivery of the Product the Purchaser agrees to the said conditions of sale and warranty and he recognizes having been informed of Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so these limitations may not apply under certain circumstances The Manufacturer shall be under no liability whatsoever arising out of the corruption and or malfunctioning of any telecommunication or electronic equipment or any programs The Manufacturers obligations under this Warranty are limited solely to repair and or replace at the Manufacturer s discretion a
7. Those with hearth disease and any vascular insufficiency such as cerebral ischaemia and peripheral vascular diseases B 3 Normal COHb levels Under normal conditions all humans have low levels of COHb of between 0 3 and 0 7 present within the body These levels are considered neither beneficial nor harmful B 4 Tobacco Smoking Tobacco smokers are exposed to significant concentration of CO In cigarette smokers the COHb concentration varies between 5 9 while heavy smokers it may exceed 10 convulsions cardio Appendix C Action to Take When Alarm Sounds In case of harmful levels of CO gas is detected your detector will go into continuous full alarm Try to take the following necessary actions immediately 1 Push the detector TEST switch to silence the alarm Warning Never remove the battery to silence the alarm Removing the battery removes your protection 2 Call your emergency service tel No or fire department tel No we Please write the telephone numbers 3 Immediately move to fresh air outdoors or by opening door window Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for Do not reenter the premises nor move away from the open door window until the emergency services responders have arrived the premises have been aired out and your alarm remains in normal condition 4 After following steps 1 3 if your alarm reactivates within 24 hours period repeat steps 1 3 and ca
8. als without insulator JI Verify proper polarity Red button Tab 1 of 4 2 Function selector Sw 1 ON UL Sw 1 OFF EN 7 N Tamper switch actuator Figure 3 Detector Rear Side The ID of the detector s transmitter must be enrolled in the alarm control panel memory Refer to the alarm control panel s installation instructions and follow the procedure given there for enrolling detector s transmitter ID in the control panel s memory When you are required to initiate a transmission for enrollment press the tamper switch see fig 3 Note It is much easier to carry out this operation while holding the detector in your hand close to the control panel A WARNING The test switch is the only proper way to test the CO detector Never use vehicle exhaust Exhaust may cause permanent damage and void your warranty B Communication Test Create a tamper alarm at the installation location and verify that tamper message is received by the control panel receiver Ack LRF Mark and drill 2 holes in mounting surface Fasten the bracket to the mounting i surface with 2 screws Locate the bracket on mounting surface so that the word UP is located as shown so that the detectors stickers text will be easily readable Align detector s tabs see figure 3 with the bracket slots and rotate the detector as shown Pull the detector outward to veri
9. applied during absorption If the Co level in the inhaled air is constant the level of COHb in the blood will approach an equilibrium state after several hours However the rate at which the equilibrium is reached depends on many factors e g lung ventilation rate physical activity and alveolar capillary transfer cardiac parameters blood hemoglobin concentration barometric pressure oxygen and carbon dioxide concentration in the inhaled air but the two most important factors in determining the COHb level are the CO concentration and the duration of exposure The effects of different saturation blood COHb levels on healthy adults are shown in table A1 Table 1 Health effects of COHb blood levels on healthy adults COHb Effects 03 0 7 Normal range in non smokers due to endogenous production 0 7 2 9 No proven physiological changes 2 9 4 5 Cardio vascular changes in cardiac patients 4 6 Usual values observed in smokers impairment in psychomotor tests 7 10 Cardio vascular changes in non cardiac patients increased cardiac output and coronary blood flow 10 20 Slight headache weakness potential burden on fetus 20 30 Severe headache nausea impairment in limb movements 30 40 Severe headache irritability confusion impairment in visual acuity nausea muscular weakness dizziness 40 50 Convulsions and unconsciousness 60 70 Coma collapse death Source US Envir
10. become defective for any other reason according to the Manufacturers discretion such as improper installation failure to follow recommended installation and operational instructions neglect willful damage misuse or vandalism accidental damage alteration or tampering or repair by anyone other than the manufacturer are not covered by this Warranty The Manufacturer does not represent that this Product may not be compromised and or circumvented or that the Product will prevent any death and or personal injury and or damage to property resulting from burglary robbery fire or otherwise or that the Product will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection The Product properly installed and maintained only reduces the risk of such events without warning and it is not a guarantee or insurance that such events will not occur THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES WHETHER WRITTEN ORAL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE IN NO CASE SHALL THE MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER AS AFORESAID THE MANUFACTURER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR FOR LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE INCLUDING LOSS OF USE PROFITS REVENUE OR GOODWILL DIREC
11. erational instructions including testing the Product and its whole system at least once a week and to take all necessary precautions for his her safety and the protection of his her property 1 08 T W E E E Product Recycling Declaration Directive 2002 96 EC Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment For information regarding the recycling of this product you must contact the company from which you orignially purchased it If you are discarding this product and not returning it for repair then you must ensure that it is returned as identified by your supplier This product is not to be thrown away with everyday waste Visonic EMAIL info visonic com INTERNET www visonic com VISONIC LTD 2015 MCT 442 D 300273 Rev 5 6 15 D s002 74 UKAS FRODUCT CERTIFICATION Product Certificate Number 512e 01 D 300273 MCT 442 Installation Instructions
12. fy that it is securely attached Figure 4 Mounting When low battery alarm exists see specifications immediately replace the battery see figure 3 Once a month use vacuum cleaner to clean the air vents occasionally to keep them free of dust Appendix A CO Detector installation Overview A 1 Selecting Installation Location Selecting a suitable location is critical for the CO detector The Consumer Product Safety Commission CPSC recommends to use at least one CO detector per household located near as possible to sleeping area of the home because the human body is most vulnerable to the CO gas effect during sleeping hours For added protection install additional CO detector in every separate bedroom and on every level of your home If your bedroom hallway is longer than 14 meters 40 feet install a CO detector at BOTH ends of the hallway Install an additional detector 6 meters 20 feet away from the furnace or fuel burning heat source For maximum protection the detector should be also located outside primary sleeping areas or at each level LIVING GARAGE of your home Mount Co DETECTOR ROOM the detector on a firm wall or ceiling see par 4 1 BASEMENT Figure 5 CO Detectors locations in a Multi Floor Residence D 300273 MCT 442 Installation Instructions mes Where Not to Install CO Detectors In location where temperature may be below 10 C 14 F or above 40 C 104
13. he detector Avoid spraying air fresheners hair spray paint or other aerosols near the detector Do not paint the detector Paint will seal the detectors vents and interfere detecting CO gas Detailed information on conditions which can result in transient CO situations 1 Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning appliances caused by a Outdoor ambient conditions such as wind direction and or velocity including high gusts of wind heavy air in the vent pipes cold humid air with extended periods between cycles b Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of exhaust fans c Simultaneous operation of several competing for limited internal air d Vent pipe connection vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces or water heaters e Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which amplify the above situations 2 Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices range oven fireplace etc 3 Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gasses near the ground 4 Car idling in an open or closed attached garage or near a home fuel burning appliances Appendix E Trouble shooting Problem This means You should Every 60 seconds the yellow LED flashes once and 1 beep is heard Low battery warning Replace battery see SPECIFICATIONS When TEST MUTE button is pressed the green LED flashes instead of lighting during 2 seconds not OK Detector
14. ing the Detector ID Insert battery see figure 3 4 INSTALLATION 4 1 Mounting The detector can be mounted on a wall or ceiling For EN approved sites only ceiling installation is allowed It must be mounted with its bracket when it is attached to its bracket the tamper switch is pressed and the detector automatic reset is performed Warnings e Installation must be performed by a qualified individual Failure to properly install test and maintain a CO detector may cause it to fail resulting in loss of life e Installation of the CO detector should not be used as a substitute for proper installation use and maintenance of fuel burning appliances including appropriate ventilation and exhaust systems e Unauthorized removal of the unit from the bracket will initiate a tamper alert A War ning The battery must be inserted into the detector otherwise you will not be able to close the detector 4 2 Test A Local Test Press the test button see fig 1 until the built in buzzer sounds 1 beep and the red green and yellow LEDs flash sequentially see section 2 SPECIFICATION This means that the local test is successful If additional or other signals exist refer to section 2 SPECIFICATION 5 MAINTENANCE A Warning Press the detector s TEST button once every week to ensure proper operation of the detector APPENDICES i Open battery cover and 1 ft AU connect the battery to its ifi o 92volts termin
15. ll qualified technician Te No dite to investigate for sources of CO gas from fuel burning equipment and appliances and inspect for proper operation of this equipment If problems are identified during this inspection have D 300273 MCT 442 Installation Instructions the equipment serviced immediately Note any combustion equipment not inspected by the technician and consult the manufacturer instructions or contact the manufacturers directly for more information about CO safety and this equipment Make sure that motor vehicles are not and have not been operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the residence Warning Normally an activation of the detector indicates the presence of CO gas However the CO gas can be extremely fatal if it is not detected The source of the CO gas may come from several possible situations Caution This detector will only indicate the presence of CO gas at the sensor However you have to be aware that the CO gas may be present in other areas in the premises Action to be taken after the problem has been corrected Once the problem about the CO gas presence in the premises has been corrected the detector s alarm should be off After waiting for 10 minutes push the Test button to verify that the detector is properly working again Appendix D Warnings and Limitations This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor locations of family living units It is not designed to measure compliance
16. ny Product or part thereof that may prove defective Any repair and or replacement shall not extend the original Warranty period The Manufacturer shall not be responsible for dismantling and or reinstallation costs To exercise this Warranty the Product must be returned to the Manufacturer freight pre paid and insured All freight and insurance costs are the responsibility of the Purchaser and are not included in this Warranty This warranty shall not be modified varied or extended and the Manufacturer does not authorize any person to act on its behalf in the modification variation or extension of this warranty This warranty shall apply to the Product only All products accessories or attachments of others used in conjunction with the Product including batteries shall be covered solely by their own warranty if any The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage or loss whatsoever whether directly indirectly incidentally consequentially or otherwise caused by the malfunction of the Product due to products accessories or attachments of others including batteries used in conjunction with the Products This Warranty is exclusive to the original Purchaser and is not assignable This Warranty is in addition to and does not affect your legal rights Any provision in this warranty which is contrary to the Law in the state or country were the Product is supplied shall not apply Warning The user must follow the Manufacturer s installation and op
17. onmental Protection Agency 1984 The following symptoms are related to CO poisoning and are to be discussed with ALL members of the household 1 Mild Exposure Slight headache nausea vomiting fatigue often described as Flu like symptoms 2 Medium Exposure Severe throbbing headache drowsiness fast heart rate 3 Extreme Exposure Unconsciousness respiratory failure death 4 Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are not well they become so disordered they are unable to save themselves by either exiting the building or calling for assistance Young children and household pets are typically first affected B 2 Chronic Effects on High Risk Group Individuals with coronary artery disease exposed to low levels of CO showed reduced ability to exercise The time of onset of exercise induced angina pectoris in such patients exposed to low levels of CO is reduced Carbon monoxide readily crosses the placental barrier and may endanger the normal development of the fetus A number of high risk groups are particularly sensitive to the effects of CO because of various organ impairments or specific changes mainly a Those whose oxygen carrying capacity is decreased due to anemia or other hemoglobin disorders b Those with increased oxygen needs such as those encountered in fever hyperthyroidism or pregnancy c Those with systematic hypoxia due to respiratory insufficiency d
18. tector end of red LED life indications g Battery Caution The detector green expiry date is stamped on Fault the detector After the yellow expiry date the detector LED should not be used do not wait for end of life TEST indication MUTE BUTTON Figure 1 General View The detector is continuously self tested and has a TEST button that enables the user to test the detector anytime Note The TEST MUTE switch functions as TEST switch in normal operation or as MUTE switch in alarm condition The tamper switch actuator fig 3 is pressed against the bracket when the unit is attached to the bracket Removal of the unit from the bracket causes the switch contacts to open creating a tamper event which is reported by the transmitter to the alarm system control panel 2 SPECIFICATIONS CO DETECTION Detection principle Electrochemical cell Detector Active Life 5 years Selectable Sensitivity DIP switch in EN Mode No warning at 30 ppm for 120 minutes 50 ppm for 60 minutes 100 ppm for 10 minutes Warning at 50 ppm between 60 90 minutes 100 ppm for 10 40 minutes 150 ppm within 3 minutes DIP switch in UL Mode No warning at 30 ppm for 30 days 70 ppm for 60 minutes 150 ppm for 10 minutes 400 ppm for 4 minutes Warning at 70 ppm between 60 240 minutes 150 ppm for 10 50 minutes 400 ppm between 4 15 minutes Audible Alarm Volume gt 85db at a distance of 3m 10 ft TRANSMITTER AND CODING Opera
19. ting Frequency MHz USA UL 315 433 868 95 869 2125 or other frequency according to local requirements Transmitter s ID Code 24 bit digital word over 16 million combinations pulse width modulation PowerCode Protocol Overall Message Length 36 bits Supervision Automatic signaling at 60 minute intervals 815 MHz version 15 minute interval 433 92 868 95 869 2125 MHz versions or according to the local standards Transmitted Messages CO gas alarm low battery tamper sensor end of life sensor trouble supervision Tamper Alerts Tamper message is transmitted to the PowerMax PowerMax Pro control panel when the detector is removed from its bracket ELECTRICAL DATA Power Source 9 volt Lithium battery Ultra Life U9VL U9VL J Alkaline battery Energizer 522 or Duracell MN1604 Current Drain For UL 25 pA standby 15mA in alarm For other models 11 pA standby 250pA in alarm Battery Life Expectancy At least 1 year for typical use Battery Supervision Automatic transmission of battery status data as part of any transmitted message D 300273 MCT 442 Installation Instructions Visual and Audible Indications Condition Visual Indication LEDs Audio Red Yellow Green Indication Alarm 4 flashes 4 beeps End of Life 3 flashes one beep every Fault every 60 60 sec sec Battery OK Flashes once every minute Low battery 1 flash one beep every every 60 60 sec sec MUTE
20. with Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA commercial or industrial standards Caution The detector will only indicate the presence of carbon monoxide gas at the sensor Carbon monoxide gas may be present in other areas Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm The alarm including the sensor is not to be located within 1 5m 5 feet of any cooking appliance The detector may not alarm at low carbon monoxide levels The Occupational Safety and Health Association OSHA has established that continuous exposure levels of 50 ppm should not be exceeded in an 8 hours period Individuals with medical problem may consider more sensitive detection devices The CO gas detector is not suitable as a smoke detector or fire detector This detector is not suitable to install in an hazardous location as defined in National Electrical Code Carbon monoxide must reach the detector for proper performance of CO gas detection The detector may not protect people who are at special risk from carbon monoxide exposure by reason of age pregnancy or medical condition In doubt consult your medical practitioner CO detectors may wear out because they contain electronic parts that fail at any time Test your detector at least every week Instruct children never to play with the detector Never use detergents or other solvents to clean t
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