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CleanAlert Filterscan Reference Manual

Air filter clog detection system
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FILTERSCAN
Reference Guide
Version 2.4
The information contained herein is proprietary and is not to be used for purposes other than as an aid in the
operation and/or maintenance of the of the product described herein and is not to be released or reproduced by
anyone without the written permission of CleanAlert, LLC.
Due to CleanAlert's constant strive for product improvement, minor discrepancies between the actual product, text
and illustrations may exist. All information contained herein is based on the latest specifications at the time of
publication and is subject to change without notice.
®
FILTERSCAN
is a registered trademark of CleanAlert, LLC.

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  • Page 1 CleanAlert, LLC. Due to CleanAlert's constant strive for product improvement, minor discrepancies between the actual product, text and illustrations may exist. All information contained herein is based on the latest specifications at the time of publication and is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ontents ………………..…………………….………………………………………………………… Introduction In The Box ......…………………………………………………………………………. Tools Required ....…………………………………………………………………………………. ………………….…………………………………………………………………………………. Safety ………….……………………………................Application FCC Compliance ……………..………………………………………………………………………….. IC Compliance ………………..………………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………. …………………..…………………….. Monitor Installation ……………………………………. ……………..………………………….. Receiver Installation …………………..……………….……………………………………………………………….. Operation ……….……………………………………………………………….…………….. System Monitoring ………..………………..………………………….……………………………………… Alarm Modes …………...……….………………………………………………………………….. Clogged Air Filter ………………..…………………………..………………………………………………….

  • Page 3: Introduction

    ® FILTERSCAN Congratulations on your purchase of the CleanAlert ® Filter Clog Detection System. The CleanAlert FILTERSCAN intended for continuous and automatic monitoring of the clogging of an air filter installed into a household or commercial forced air heating, air conditioning, or heat pump system.

  • Page 4: Ic Compliance

    ® FILTERSCAN Although the CleanAlert Air Filter Clogging Monitor and Alarm, Model FS-242, may be installed upstream, downstream, or differentially across the air filter (using optional tubing kit Model CA-4DP), the best results will be found when installing downstream of the air filter (that is, between the air filter and the system blower fan, usually located at the return duct of the HVAC system).
  • Page 5 NOTE: The minimum distance for positioning the ® FILTERSCAN Monitor from the air filter is six (6) inches. 2. Locate an area on the return duct, preferably downstream from the air filter (that is, between the air filter and the system blower), large enough to place the Monitor template on a flat surface and where there are NO obstacles inside the duct.
  • Page 6 Models FS-242-B and FS-242-BW - Insert the wall mount power 3, … + Start at: 1 + Alignment: Left + Aligned ® FILTERSCAN adapter into the power receptacle, or install 4 AA at: 2.08" + Tab after: 2.33" + Indent at: batteries and replace the Monitor front cover.

  • Page 7: Receiver Installation

    This control allows the user to change the point at which the clog alarm will be triggered. Turning the SERVICE FILTER adjustment ® clockwise will cause the FILTERSCAN to issue an alarm at a lower level of filter clogging. Turning the SERVICE FILTER adjustment ®...
  • Page 8 Tab after: 0.28" + Indent at: 0.28", Tab stops: Not at 0.28" ® Formatted: Indent: Left: 1.97", Numbered + FILTERSCAN 3. Your Monitor and Receiver have been paired Level: 1 + Numbering Style: 1, 2, 3, … + Start (matched) at the time of manufacturing and should require no further at: 1 + Alignment: Left + Aligned at: 0.03"...

  • Page 9: Operation

    The STATUS LED will blink green approximately once per minute (called a heartbeat) to indicate that the unit is functioning properly. Usually the ® FILTERSCAN will be in the standby mode, conserving power. It wakes up periodically to monitor air filter condition, battery level, and system ®...

  • Page 10: Calibrating When Installing A New Air Filter

    (“C”) contacting your HVAC system electrician to have the power to the Monitor cut. Wait for a minute and restore power. If your ® FILTERSCAN unit is operating with both AC Adapter and batteries installed, both will need to be removed in order to reset the malfunction. If this does not reset the malfunction alarm, contact the company that you ®...

  • Page 11: Warranty

    Up to 100 feet, depending upon line-of-sight and obstacles FCC Identification # AUPFS-242 Industry Canada # 10341A-FS242 arranty One (1) year limited warranty Please refer to http://www.cleanalert.com/termsofsale.html for full warranty text. ireless ption ® Transmitter FILTERSCAN In a wireless system, the...

  • Page 12: Low Battery Indicator

    Receiver may be required. ® Low Battery Indicator FILTERSCAN Receiver: When the Receiver detects a low battery condition, the Receiver's yellow STATUS LED will blink approximately once per minute.

  • Page 13: Appendix

    Installation ....Insert four (4) AA batteries in the battery holder of the Monitor, or insert two (2) AAA batteries in the battery holder of the ® FILTERSCAN Receiver, and replace the front cover. CleanAlert ® recommends using DURACELL COPPERTOP batteries.

  • Page 14: Alarm Indications

    CleanAlert, LLC and the customer. In no...

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