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 SMCSM10-Z Smoke Alarm Guide 

 

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I/M SMCSM10-Z rev. 1.0 

6/18/2013 

NFPA Guidelines 

NFPA 72, 2-1.4.2.1 Total (Complete) Coverage 

 
If required, total coverage shall include all rooms, halls, 
storage areas, basements, attics, lofts, spaces above 
suspended ceilings, and other subdivisions and accessible 
spaces; and the inside of all closets, elevator shafts, 
enclosed stairways, dumbwaiter shafts, and chutes. 
Inaccessible areas shall not be required to be protected by 
alarms. (For exceptions, see NFPA 72.) 
 

 
NFPA 72, 2-1.4.2.2 Partial Coverage 

 
If required, partial detection systems shall be provided in 
all common areas and work spaces, such as corridors, 
lobbies, storage rooms, equipment rooms, and other 
tenantless spaces in those environments suitable for 
proper alarm operation in accordance with this code. 
 

 
NFPA 72, 2-1.4.2.3 Selective Coverage 

 
Where codes, standards, laws, or authorities having 
jurisdiction require the protection of selected areas only, 
the specified areas shall be protected in accordance with 
this code. 
 
 

NFPA 72, 2-1.4.2.4 Supplementary (Non required) 
Coverage 

 
Where installed, detection that is not required by an 
applicable law, code, or standard, whether total 
(complete), partial, or selective coverage, shall conform to 
the requirements of this code. (For exceptions, refer to 
NFPA 72 Chapter 2 Spacing Requirements.) 
 

NFPA 72, 2-1.4.3 

 
Where non-required detection devices are installed for a 
specific hazard, additional non-required detection devices 
shall not be required to be installed throughout an entire 
room or building. 
 
 

NFPA 72, 2-2 Heat-Sensing Fire Alarms 

 
Heat-sensing fire alarms shall be installed in all areas 
where required by the NFPA codes and standards or by 
the authority having jurisdiction. 
 
 

NFPA 72, 8-1.4.1.3.2 Detection in New Apartment 
Buildings 

Approved, single-station smoke alarms shall be installed in 
accordance with 7-6.2.10 of NFPA 101 outside every 
sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms 
and on all levels of the dwelling unit including basements. 
(101: 18-3.4.4.2) (For exceptions, refer to this section of 
NFPA 72.) 
 
 

NFPA 72, 8-1.4.1.4.2 Detection in Existing Apartment 
Buildings

  

Approved, single-station smoke alarms shall be in-stalled 
in accordance with 7-6.2.10 of NFPA 101 outside every 
sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms 
and on all levels of the dwelling unit including basements. 
(101: 19-3.4.4.1) (For exceptions, refer to this section of 
NFPA 72.) 

Regulatory Information 

2002/96/EC  (WEEE  directive):  Products 
marked  with  this  symbol  cannot  be 
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in 
the  European  Union.  For  proper  recycling, 
return  this  product  to  your  local  supplier 
upon  the  purchase  of  equivalent  new 
equipment,  or  dispose  of  it  at  designated 
collection points. For more information see: 
www.recyclethis.info.  
 

RoHs Directive

  

2002/95/EC  RoHS  Compliant.  Hereby,  SMC  Networks  declares 
that  this  product  does  not  contain  lead,  mercury,  cadmium, 
hexavalent  chromium,  polybrominated  biphenyls  (PBB)  or 
polybrominated  depheny  ethers  (PBDE)  in  more  than  the 
percentage  specified  by  EU  directive  2002/95/EC,  except 
exemptions stated in EU directive 2002/95/EC annex. 
 

UL Rating

 

ANSI/UL 268 and CAN/ULC-S529, CSFM 
 

 

FCC ID:  QPY-5XXNTT-Z 

 

IC: 

8303B-5XXNTT-Z 

 
The device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules as well 
as Industry Canada Rules and Regulations license-
exempt RSS standard(s). 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.  
 
Conformité Réglementaire 
Ce dispositif est conforme à la réglementation de la IC et 
(Partie 15) de la FCC. Son fonctionnement est soumis à 
deux conditions: (1) ce dispositif ne doit pas causer 
d’interférences nuisibles, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter 

Summary of Contents for SMCSM10-Z

Page 1: ...re installation Considerations Install the SMCSM10 Z in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association s NFPA Standard 72 Chapters 2 and 8 Depending on the application you may need to reference other chapters of NFPA 72 or NFPA 101 Choosing an Installation Location When choosing an installation location consider Use of structure and type of construction Contents you want to protect and t...

Page 2: ...ers Near fresh air inlets or returns or very drafty areas Near heating air conditioning vents fans and fresh air intakes which can drive smoke away from the smoke alarm In dead air spaces at the top of peaked ceilings or in corners where walls and ceiling meet Dead air can prevent smoke from reaching a smoke alarm Within 10 feet 3 m of fluorescent light fixtures Not suitable for outdoor use WARNIN...

Page 3: ...m the SMCSM10 Z to unsnap it and lift it off C If you are replacing batteries remove and dispose of the batteries appropriately Wait 30 seconds after removal before continuing to the next instruction D Observing proper polarity as indicated in the battery compartment insert two new 3V lithium batteries into the SMCSM10 Z battery compartment and replace the battery compartment cover Note Use two ne...

Page 4: ...rd to enter changes Tap Next to save changes K When all sensors are configured properly tap Return to Menu in the Configure Wireless Sensors screen L If all sensors have not been configured the Modify screen appears for each sensor to let you review its details Change the details as needed or tap Next to cycle through all the sensors The sensors are marked as configured 7 Mounting the Sensor The f...

Page 5: ...screen into test mode refer to the Touchscreen documentation Using Test Button A Press the SMCSM10 Z Test button for 10 to 15 seconds The SMCSM10 Z sends a signal to the Touchscreen B At the Touchscreen verify the signal was received A message will appear in the upper right corner of the Touchscreen for 5 seconds Using Alarm Test Mode A Be sure the SMCSM10 Z is operating normally B Set the Touchsc...

Page 6: ...security zone containing the smoke alarm F At the Sensor Diagnostic screen verify the RF signal strength and other parameters 10 Defaulting the Alarm This step should only be performed by a qualified service technician A Remove the SMCSM10 Z from the mounting plate B Remove the two batteries C Remove the smoke alarm s top cover by releasing the plastic clips starting with the one in the battery we...

Page 7: ...Sensor Zone The Premise Passphrase keyboard appears D Enter the Premise Passphrase and click Done The currently installed sensors security zones appear E Tap the zone you want to delete and follow the instructions on the Touchscreen to delete the SMCSM10 Z and security zone from the current system 14 Maintenance The SMCSM10 Z is designed for a long service life of 10 years Although the Touchscreen...

Page 8: ...CSM10 Z chamber cover with a dry or damp water cloth as needed to keep it free from dust and dirt When necessary use the following procedure to clean the interior of the smoke chamber and replace the smoke chamber A Notify the Central Monitoring Station that the SMCSM10 Z is being tested Be sure the system is in Test mode with the Central Monitoring Station B Remove the SMCSM10 Z from its mounting...

Page 9: ...uctions in Section 9 to test the SMCSM10 Z link with the Touchscreen Be sure the SMCSM10 Z is enrolled into the Touchscreen properly Check with your Cable Operator to make sure you are using an approved Touchscreen with compatible software Tamper condition does not restore Be sure the SMCSM10 Z is installed properly onto the mounting plate and the mounting plate has a magnet Be sure there are no t...

Page 10: ...years typically Sensor Photoelectric Sensitivity 2 2 1 3 ft Drift Compensation Adj 0 5 ft max Heat Detection Fixed 135 F 5 F 57 2 C 2 8 C Heat Rate of Rise 15 F min 105 F 8 3 C min 40 6 C Audible Alarm 85 dBa 10 3M temporal 3 Low Battery Beep 1 every 45 seconds RF Wireless Frequency 2 4 GHz Weight w battery 0 20 lbs 0 09 kg Dimensions 5 6 x 2 4 14 2cm x 6 1cm Storage temperature 4 to 140 F 20 to 6...

Page 11: ...d single station smoke alarms shall be installed in accordance with 7 6 2 10 of NFPA 101 outside every sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on all levels of the dwelling unit including basements 101 18 3 4 4 2 For exceptions refer to this section of NFPA 72 NFPA 72 8 1 4 1 4 2 Detection in Existing Apartment Buildings Approved single station smoke alarms shall be in stalled ...

Page 12: ...arest air is usually near the floor If you have to go through a closed door carefully feel the door and door knob to see if undue heat is present If they seem cool brace your foot against the bottom of the door with your hip against the door and one hand against the top edge Open it slightly If a rush of hot air is felt slam the door quickly and latch it Unvented fire tends to build up considerabl...

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