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550-0727-000
S Series:
Smoke Alarm
C Series:
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm
SC Series: Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm
H Series:
Heat Alarm
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Summarization of Contents
Introduction to Gentex Alarms
Device Overview
General introduction to the device's purpose and function in dwelling units.
Critical Safety Information
Safety Alert Symbols and Terms
Explains the use of alert symbols and terms like DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE in the manual.
Gentex Alarm Models and Specifications
Available Product Models
Lists the various models of Gentex alarms including S, SR, H, C, SC series and their types.
Technical Electrical Specifications
Details electrical parameters like operating current, temperature range, and alarm horn rating.
Fire Safety Planning and Prevention
Proper Smoke Alarm Installation and Maintenance
Instructions for installing, cleaning, and testing smoke alarms for effective fire safety.
Preventing Hazardous Situations
Safety rules and precautions to prevent fires and hazardous situations in the home.
Developing an Escape Plan
Guidance on creating and practicing a home escape plan with all occupants for fire emergencies.
Emergency Fire and CO Alarm Response
Actions During a Fire Emergency
Step-by-step instructions for occupants to follow when a fire alarm sounds, including escape routes.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Guidance
Information on CO alarm function, sound patterns, and immediate actions when a CO alarm is detected.
Device Operation and Smoke Detection
Responding to Alarm Signals
Procedures to follow when the alarm signal sounds, including calling emergency services and moving to fresh air.
Smoke Alarm Operation
Explanation of how the smoke alarm's multi-criteria sensing system detects smoke using LEDs and photodiodes.
Specific Alarm Type Functionality
Smoke Alarm Capabilities
Describes the function and purpose of smoke alarms in providing early fire warning.
Heat Alarm Capabilities
Details how heat alarms sense heat from fires and their limitations.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Capabilities
Explains the electrochemical sensing principle for CO detection and its early warning function.
Device Operational Limitations and Lifespan
Operational Limitations
Covers limitations such as power dependency, occupant awakening, inverter compatibility, and sound blockage.
Device Lifespan and Detection Limits
Discusses the limited lifespan of the device, end-of-life signals, and its inability to detect all fire types.
Installation and Wiring Basics
Important Installation Considerations
Notes on device replacement based on NFPA standards and environmental factors affecting performance.
General Wiring and Grounding
Instructions for electrical wiring, grounding, and using appropriate connectors according to NEC standards.
Mounting Outlet Box Requirements
Specifies the types of electrical boxes suitable for mounting the device and proper orientation.
Multi-Device Mounting and Interconnection
Mounting Bracket and Device Installation
Step-by-step guide for attaching the mounting bracket and securing the device to the junction box.
Tandem Interconnect Wiring
Details on wiring multiple devices together for interconnected alarming, including limitations.
Tandem Interconnect Wiring Details
Interconnection Model Compatibility
Information on which Gentex models can be interconnected and important notes regarding wiring harnesses.
Tandem Wiring Diagram Explanation
Visual guide showing how to wire smoke, CO, and heat alarms for tandem interconnection and alarm notification patterns.
Installation: S, S220, H, H220, SC, C Models
Models S, S220, H, H220, SC, C Wiring Diagram
Wiring diagram and compatibility notices for basic models like S, S220, H, H220, SC, and C.
Installation: SR, SR220, CR, SCR Models
Models SR, SR220, CR, SCR Wiring Diagram
Wiring diagram and compatibility notices for models SR, SR220, CR, and SCR with auxiliary relays.
Installation: STRR, SCRR Models
Models STRR, SCRR Wiring Diagram
Wiring diagram and compatibility notices for models STRR and SCRR with multiple auxiliary relays.
Installation: SHRR Model
Model SHRR Wiring Diagram
Wiring diagram and compatibility notices for the SHRR model with isolated heat thermal and auxiliary relays.
Device Power and Testing
Battery Installation Procedure
Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the 9V battery for backup power.
Verifying Device Operation
How to use the test button and interpret LED indicators to confirm the device is working properly.
Alarm Silence and Interconnected Device Status
Silence Feature Operation
How to use the silence feature for nuisance alarms and its limitations, including re-evaluation of conditions.
Interconnected Device Status
How to identify devices with low battery, trouble conditions, or end-of-life status in a tandem system.
Alarm Status Indicators and Relay Modes
Interpreting Silence Status
Explains what the device's behavior means while in silence mode for CO and smoke alarms.
Selecting Relay Operation Mode
Instructions on how to switch between tandem and local relay modes using the test/silence button.
Device Checkout and Troubleshooting
Self-Test and Indicator Lights
How to perform a self-test and understand the meaning of various LED flashes and chirps for device status.
Power and Wiring Checks
Troubleshooting steps for issues like no power, incorrect wiring, or devices not responding to tests.
Comprehensive Troubleshooting Solutions
Problem Resolution Table
A comprehensive table listing common problems, their meanings, and specific actions to take for resolution.
Maintenance, Cleaning, and Testing
Device Cleaning and Care
Guidelines on how to clean the device, what not to use, and precautions during fumigation.
Weekly Testing and Battery Replacement
Instructions for performing weekly tests and replacing the battery promptly when a low battery warning is heard.
Device Placement: CO and Smoke Alarms
CO Alarm Placement Requirements
Specific placement rules for carbon monoxide alarms according to NFPA 72 in dwelling units.
Smoke Alarm Placement Requirements
Specific placement rules for smoke alarms according to NFPA 72 in dwelling units, including sleeping areas.
Optimizing Alarm Placement in Multi-Room Units
Multi-Bedroom Unit Placement Guidance
Guidance on placing alarms in dwelling units with multiple bedrooms or on different floors, referencing figures.
Mounting Location Recommendations
Ceiling and Wall Mounting Basics
General recommendations for mounting devices on ceilings or walls for optimal detection efficiency.
Sloped Ceiling Mounting Guidance
Recommended device placement in rooms with sloped, gabled, or peaked ceilings, referencing figures.
Heat Alarm Specific Placement
Heat Detector Mounting Rules
Placement rules for heat detectors on smooth ceilings, sloped ceilings, and in rooms with joists or beams.
Mobile Home Installation and Avoided Locations
Mobile Home Installation Specifics
Advice for installing devices in mobile homes, considering insulation and wall/ceiling placement.
Locations to Avoid for Smoke Alarms
Identifies areas where smoke alarms should not be placed to prevent nuisance alarms, such as kitchens and garages.
Further Location Avoidance and Heat Detection Placement
General Avoidance Locations for Smoke Alarms
Lists areas to avoid for smoke alarms like damp environments, extreme temperatures, dusty areas, and near fluorescent lights.
Heat Detection Placement Considerations
Specific placement advice for heat alarms, including temperature limits and areas to avoid.
Understanding Carbon Monoxide Hazards
CO Poisoning Symptoms and Risks
Details symptoms of CO poisoning, risks for sensitive individuals, and how to protect families.
Finding CO Sources and Protection
Information on locating CO sources after an alarm and general ways to protect family from CO.
Identifying Potential CO Sources
Common CO Sources in Residential Dwellings
Lists common fuel-burning appliances and conditions that can lead to carbon monoxide production in residential dwellings.
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