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3.5 Setting up the Detector
3.5.1
Sensitivity
Sensitivity setting can be adjusted by the user according to adhere to local codes,
environments, or the desires of the client. Please make sure all laws, codes, and
regulations are met when installing the SafeFlame detector
Note: The detector must be powered off to adjust the sensitivity level and comes at the
preset detection range of 200ft (60m)
SW1
Switch Setting
Sensitivity
Detection Range
SW1-1
SW1-2
Off
ON
Very low
Low
Medium
High*
200ft (60m)
150ft (45m)
100ft (30m)
50ft (15m)
-Reference source of detection range is 1’ x 1’ fire of n-heptane
Off
Off
Off
ON
ON
ON
-” * “ designates the oly sensitivity approved by FM Approval.
3.5.2
Signal Latching
The detector can latch the alarm signals in the case of a fire event. With this setting
activated the alarm signal can only be reset two ways: one is by powering off and
reapplying power manually and the other is using EXT_RST terminal short to GND.
SW1
Switch Setting
SW1-5
Off
ON
Function
Automatic Recovery
Alarm Latch
The detector has 3 programmable dip-switches (SW1, SW2, and SW3) which can set
and change various detector functions.
Dip-Switch
Description
SW1
SW2
SW3
JP1
Controls and sets Sensitivity, Alarm Delay, and Output Relays
Sets detector address, and Baud rate
Controls other output functions
Connect remote reset signal
SafeFlame Installation and Operation Manual
(Publication#: MA-SF200OM)
