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Fireboy- Xintex CMD-4M Installation And Operation Manual

Carbon monoxide alarm for marine use
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MODEL: CO SENTINEL
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM FOR MARINE USE
CMD-4M
CMD-4M-RLY
CMD-4MR
CMD-4MR-RLY
UL 2034 Listed Unit
Installation and Operation Manual
Made in U.S.A.
IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY. SAVE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE. KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH THE CO SENTINEL.
!WARNING!
There are no user or field serviceable parts in this product. The CO Sentinel must be
returned to the manufacturer for any repair or performance checks. Installation shall be
done by qualified personnel authorized to do so by the authorities having jurisdiction for
the particular application in which the product is being used. Electrical wiring shall be in
accordance with applicable codes. Improper wiring may render the unit inoperable,
damage components, or cause a fire, and will void all warranties.
This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from ANY
source of combustion. It is NOT designed to detect smoke, fire or any other gas, unless
the product has been investigated and determined to comply with the applicable
requirements. To function as intended, the CO Sentinel must be connected to a correct
power source, and for maximum effectiveness, be powered at all times. Do not install
outdoors. Not for use in aircraft.
Rev. 3.0, 08/06
P/N 18236

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  • Page 1 MODEL: CO SENTINEL CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM FOR MARINE USE CMD-4M CMD-4M-RLY CMD-4MR CMD-4MR-RLY UL 2034 Listed Unit Installation and Operation Manual Made in U.S.A. IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY. SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH THE CO SENTINEL.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    FIREBOY-XINTEX, INC. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 152, Grand Rapids, Michigan USA 49501-0152 Shipping: O-379 Lake Michigan Drive NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan USA 49534 Phone (616) 735-9380 Fax (616) 735-9381 Website: www.fireboy-xintex.com E-mail: fireboy@fireboy-xintex.com CO SENTINEL Carbon Monoxide Alarm TABLE OF CONTENTS Location of Alarms, Indicators, and Test Switch .

  • Page 3: Location Of Alarms, Indicators, And Test Switch

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Location of Alarms, Indicators, and Test Switch WARNING: Actuation of this device indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) which can be FATAL. The source of the CO may be an appliance such as a furnace, a wood burning stove, a vehicle, or other combustion source.
  • Page 4 CO Sentinel Carbon Monoxide Alarm a. Mild exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting and fatigue (often described as “Flu like symptoms”). b. Medium exposure: Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, and fast heart rate. c. Extreme exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardio-respiratory failure, and death. d.

  • Page 5: Where Must We Guard Against Carbon Monoxide

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Drug or alcohol use increases the effect of CO exposure. Individuals with cardiac or respiratory conditions are very susceptible to the dangers of carbon monoxide. CO poisoning is especially dangerous during sleep when victims are unaware of any side effects.

  • Page 6: Features Of The Co Sentinel

    Restore the power to 12V and the unit will return to normal operation. Features of the CO Sentinel Deluxe (CMD-4M-RLY, CMD-4MR-RLY) The deluxe model is designed to interconnect with other deluxe models. If the unit senses CO at an alarm level, it will communicate with other interconnected units and send them into alarm.

  • Page 7: Pleasure Boat And Yacht Installation

    Table 2 Danger Alarm Level 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300 325 350 375 400 Carbon Monoxide Concentration (ppm) INSTALLATION AND OPERTAION Pleasure Boat and Yacht Installation Because of the high risk of carbon monoxide injuries due to the nature of boats, we recommend a carbon monoxide alarm be installed in the “main cabin area”...

  • Page 8: Installing The Co Sentinel

    Installing the CO Sentinel The CO Sentinel consists of three basic components: the cover, the circuit board and a base plate. In addition, four screws are included, two each Phillips Head No. 6 metal screws and two each 6-32 machine screws. The CO Sentinel can be mounted either to a flat surface or directly on to a standard electrical handi-box.

  • Page 9: Wiring Instructions

    Wiring Instructions for the CMD-4M(R) Follow all applicable codes and regulations for wiring. Use at least 18 AWG, UL Listed, stranded wire that can be found at your local hardware store for all connections. Connect the red wire to a 12V source (battery preferred) and the black wire to Ground.
  • Page 10 Figure 4 CMD-4M(R)-RLY Wiring Schematic...

  • Page 11: Take Action When The Co Sentinel Alarms

    INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Test/Silence Button To test the horn and LED indicators hold in the test/silence button until the alarm indicator comes on. Release the button and the unit will cycle through the alarm pattern two times. If the unit is in alarm or fault, press the test/silence button to silence the horn. If the unit is still in alarm or fault after 60 seconds the unit will re-enter alarm mode.

  • Page 12: Nuisance Alarms

    d. After following steps a-c, if your alarm reactivates within a 24-hour period, repeat steps a-c and call a qualified appliance technician to investigate for sources of CO from fuel burning equipment and appliances, and inspect for proper operation of the equipment. If problems are identified during this inspection, have the equipment serviced immediately.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Voltage: +12 VDC nominal (+10.2 min to +15 max) Current Draw: CMD-4M(R) CMD-4M(R)-RLY Typical 16 (mA) 46 (mA) Alarm 20 (mA) 20 (mA) Temperature: Storage –40°C to +55°C (-40F to +131°F) Operation 0°C to 49°C (32°F to 120°F) Alarm Points: Time Weighted Average (TWA) Alarm @ 10% COHb (<15 @ 400 PPM)
  • Page 14 ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied Warranties Seller warrants title, materials, and workmanship on Fireboy-Xintex equipment, and assigns the original manufacturer’s warranty on those components manufactured by others, as permitted. Seller’s warranty shall be for a period of one (1) year from the date of sale to the ORIGINAL CONSUMER.

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