
D200-29-00C 2 I56-3721-000
©2010 System Sensor
CAUTION
Canned aerosol simulated smoke (canned smoke agent) formulas will vary
by manufacturer. Misuse or overuse of these products may have long term
adverse effects on the smoke detector. Consult the canned smoke agent
manufacturer’s published instructions for any further warnings or caution
statements.
For 2251A-COPTIR, smoke entry testing should be performed im-
mediately following the magnet test. Magnet test initiates an ap-
proximately 10 minute period when the detector’s signal processing
software routines are not active. Failure to first perform the magnet
test will introduce a time delay before the detector alarms.
C. Multi-Criteria Method
The Testifire® model 2001 Multi-Stimulus Detector Tester by SDi/No
Climb Products, Ltd can be used to test the 2251A-COPTIR in multi-
criteria mode. This tester is capable of introducing smoke, heat and
carbon monoxide either sequentially or simultaneously. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommendations for proper testing and operation of
the Testifire unit.
D. Direct heat Method (hair Dryer of 1000-1500 watts)
A hair dryer of 1000-1500 watts should be used to test the thermistors.
Direct the heat toward either of the two thermistors, holding the heat
source approximately 12 inches from the detector in order to avoid dam-
aging the plastic housing. The detector will reset only after it has had
sufficient time to cool. Make sure both thermistors are tested individu-
ally.
A sensor that fails any of these tests should be cleaned as described un-
der CLEANING, and retested. If the sensor fails after cleaning, it must be
replaced.When testing is complete, restore the system to normal operation
and notify the proper authorities that the system is back in operation.
CLEANINg
Before removing the detector, notify the proper authorities that the smoke
detector system is undergoing maintenance and will be temporarily out of
service. Disable the zone or system undergoing maintenance to prevent
unwanted alarms.
1. Remove the sensor to be cleaned from the system.
2. Remove the sensor cover. Use a small flat blade screwdriver to gently
release each of the four cover removal tabs that hold the cover place.
Use caution to avoid damaging the thermistors and other sensors
3. Carefully vacuum the outside of the anti insect screen without remov-
ing it from the detector cover.
4. The chamber cover, CO and IR sensors may be removed as a single
assembly. Gently pull the assembly away from the sensing chamber
being careful neither to damage the thermistors, the IR / CO sensor
PCB nor to strain the connector cable to the PCB, then gently folded
away from the optical chamber.
5. Use a vacuum cleaner and/or clean compressed air to remove dust
and debris from the sensing chamber and sensing chamber cover.
6. Re-install the sensing chamber cover assembly by sliding the cover
over the chamber, gently pressing it home until it snaps into place.
7. Re-install the sensor cover. Use the cover removal tabs, LEDs and
thermistors to align the cover with the sensor. Snap the cover into
place.
8. When all sensors have been cleaned and re-installed, restore power
to the loop and test the sensor(s) as described under TESTING.
After completion of maintenance and testing, notify the proper authorities
that the system is operational.
CO SENSOR LIfETIME
The CO cell has an expected lifetime of approximately six years. The de-
tector is programmed to signal the approach of end of this lifetime to the
control panel. The CO cell is not a field replaceable component and on
failure, you should contact the system supplier to arrange for replacement
of the cell or the detector itself.
System Sensor warrants its enclosed smoke detector to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three years
from date of manufacture. System Sensor makes no other express warranty for this
smoke detector. No agent, representative, dealer, or employee of the Company has
the authority to increase or alter the obligations or limitations of this Warranty. The
Company’s obligation of this Warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of
any part of the smoke detector which is found to be defective in materials or workman-
ship under normal use and service during the three year period commencing with the
date of manufacture. After phoning System Sensor’s toll free number 800-SENSOR2
(736-7672) for a Return Authorization number, send defective units postage prepaid
fCC STATEMENT
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
ThREE-yEAR LIMITED WARRANTy
to: System Sensor, Returns Department, RA #__________, 6581 Kitimat Road, Unit
6, Mississauga, Ontario L5N-3T5.. Please include a note describing the malfunction
and suspected cause of failure. The Company shall not be obligated to repair or re-
place units which are found to be defective because of damage, unreasonable use,
modifications, or alterations occurring after the date of manufacture. In no case shall
the Company be liable for any consequential or incidental damages for breach of this
or any other Warranty, expressed or implied whatsoever, even if the loss or damage
is caused by the Company’s negligence or fault. Some states do not allow the exclu-
sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Please refer to insert for the Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems
SENSOR COVER
COVER
REMOVAL
TABS
THERMISTORS
DETECTOR BASE
IR
SENSOR
CO
SENSOR
OPTICAL
CHAMBER
COVER
OPTICAL
CHAMBER
BASE
fIgURE 4. SENSOR ASSEMBLy:
TEST
MAGNET
fIgURE 3. TEST MAgNET POSITION:
SPECIAL NOTE REgARDINg SMOkE DETECTOR gUARDS
Smoke detectors are not to be used with detector guards unless the combi-
nation has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
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