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Atwood Propane Detector Model LP manual

1. 2 The detector will sound twice 3 The LED will turn red and then return to normal operation and turn green after 8 seconds 4 This test must be carried out not less then once per week to ensure proper operation of the detector Lp Gas Detection At lt 25 LEL concentration of LP gas the detector will provide a visual and audible alarm by sounding the buzzer and turning the LED Red The buzzer may be temporarily silenced by pressing the Test Reset button However until the measured concentration is reduced to a safe ievel the alarm will sound again within 3 minutes POWER MANAGEMENT The operating voltage for the detector is 12 VDC In these conditions the unit will meet the specifications of the UL 1484 standard The actual voltage applied to the detector in a recreational vehicle may drop below the minimum 8 VDC The Atwood Detector is designed to provide the user with a Low Voltage Warning before reaching that level and to provide additional distinct clear warnings and alarms after the 8 VDC level is reached However if available power supplied to the unit is below the operating voltage of 8 VDC the detectors will not detect gas or provide 15 you protection against dangerous levels of LP The following descriptions of operational modes will provide the user with an understanding of how the detector performs to conserve available battery power and alert the user to non operating conditions to reduce to battery draw down Powe
2. IN 46514 USA Phone 866 869 3118 ALARM OPERATION The alarm includes an LED indicator an audible alarm and one Test Reset button provide interaction and feed back with your alarm and allow you to troubleshoot your alarm and to determine the proper actions to take The alarm operates in seven separate modes that will be identified in this section Power Off Mode This mode indicates that there is insufficient power provided to the alarm The LED and button will not function in this mode Sufficient power must be provided to the alarm to exit this mode Normal Stand by Mode This mode indicates that a gas concentration is continuously monitored It also indicates that a gas concentration is at a safe level In this mode the LED indicator will be Green The Test function for the Test Reset button will be active Alarm Mode This mode indicates that a gas concentration has achieved unsafe levels in this mode the LED will be Red The LP concentration is unsafe the Propane indicator will be lit In this mode the audible indicator will signal an alarm and the Reset function of the Test Reset button will be active This mode will be exited automatically when LP concentrations fall below 500 ppm for greater than 10 seconds Test Mode This mode indicates that the Test function of the Test Reset button was initiated In this mode the LED will be Red and the audible indicator will signal an alarm The tes Rest button will not function during
3. this mode This mode will be exited automatically within 10 seconds Silence Stabilization Mode This mode indicates that the alarm is stabilizing for the first 3 minutes after power up or after the Reset Function was initiated In this mode the LED will be flashing Red The audible and the Test Reset button function will be off This mode will be exited after 3 minutes If gas concentrations are still high after the 3 minutes the previous alarm will reactivate Fault Mode This mode indicates that a fault has been detected that compromises the alarm function This mode will be exited automatically when the fault is cleared If the fault persists the alarm is not functioning properly and must be replaced to ensure your safety in the area During this mode the LED will be Yellow and the audible alarm will chirp every 30 seconds End of Life Mode The Detector will operate in end of life mode after the Detector has been powered for 7 years 128 days This represents the operating life of the sensor used to detect LP gas After 7 years the sensor is no longer reliable and the Detector must be replaced Once end of life mode has been entered it is permanent even after a power out cycle If the reset test button is pressed during end of life mode the audible alarm will be silenced for 12 hours before being automatically reactivated The LED will be flashing Yellow The audible alarm will chirp every 30 seconds Note two self adhesive e
4. ATWOOD LP GAS DETECTORS RV Propane Gas Detecto Replace 84 Months after Retail Sale 12 Volt DC Power 36719 31013 12 Volt DC Power 36720 31014 Retail Package 120 Volt AC Power 36522 31005 120 Volt AC Power 36523 31006 Retail Package Adapter Mount Plate 35181 35180 Warning This alarm will not operate without powe The Green Light must be ON Additional instructions on the back or in manual Test Mute ETL Listed and tested to UL 1484 for Length 3 3 8 residential and RV use Width 2 1 4 Depth 1 1 2 Available in 12 volt DC or 120 volt AC power configurations 1 Diameter Hole Choice of black or white housing and bezel colors Length 4 1 8 Mounting kits included for both Winn Se surface and flush mount applications Depth 1 3 8 Optional adapter mount ring allows Length 3 5 8 detector to fit the 3 7 8 x 3 1 8 Width 2 1 2 cutout from the last generation of Depth 7 8 flush mount Atwood LP detectors Note For pricing contact your dristributor or Atwood Sales Representative All specifications and images are based on the latest information available at the time of Len gth 4 3 4 publication Atwood assumes no responsibility for any error in type or print reproduction 5 7 of specifications in this literatrure Due to our policy of continuous improvement Width 4 At d the right t ke ch i ice color materials i t and n a a a a Depth 1 3 8 Length 3 7 8 P Wi
5. ED The test will sound the alarm r been in storage before each trip and at twice with 4 beeps in 1 second followed by 5 seconds of silence eta Sk me aR be sig g P By pressing the button you can verify that the alarm sounds and that the LED es P functions properly The alarm is internally monitored while powered to ensure proper operation and to detect faults Important e This detector will only indicate the presence of LP gas at the sensor Gases may be present in other areas e The detector is not suitable as a smoke or fire detector Not suitable for installation in hazardous locations as defined in the National Electrical Code MODEL DESCRIPTION LP Propane D 12Vde A 120Vac O OEM R Retail OEM Package Part Color No LP_DOW 36719 LP_DRW LP_DOB 31013 P_DRB LP_AOW 36522 White LP_ARW LP_AOB 31005 Black LP_ARB 31006 Black Surface 35146 Black Surface 35147 White Bracket Bracket Adapter Plate 35180 Black Adapter Plate 35181 Retail Package Part Color No t ack BI Bi G SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions 3 5 HX2 3 W POWER CONSERVATION MODE 35 to 66 C 31 to 150 Limited 2 year 7 years powered operation ETL tested to UL 1484 Residential and RV For Service and information Contact Atwood Mobile Products LLC 1874 South Pioneer Road Salt Lake City Utah 84104 4226 Consumer Service Department 1120 North Main Elkhart
6. EE EE EEL eerie tana 11 AUSH MOUNTING Brora cette vcrvccsecsccezassetvsnsasunnssezvensbonscovevecnsovsnrenecstduasittoteeeaion 12 SURFACE MOUNTING 1sccccessssescssrecersseserssnee Pei PPT TT COPE CCE CPECE EEO aee 14 AC Power Adapter Mounting F E D R Sa E E E o OPERATING INS TRUCTIONS O es Sedu Sididine soutien sve E EEE TEO N 15 TTIE AeA E e A A A A E E A E T 15 e a a E A E E T AE S e ae aA P O A AA E A T E A A E E T 15 FPOe cal tn E E A L Ei E A N ae 16 zae riin aa E T EE T E A T lt assase 16 atiati a IP AT ENAERE E TE E o a READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS ALARM Your new Atwood Propane LP alarm is a sophisticated instrument that has been carefully designed and tested to detect LP build up in a residential or recreation vehicle environment Liquefied Petroleum LP or Propane gas can cause hazardous conditions when found in high concentrations Gas is known to be found in recreational vehicles and the proper detection of this gas provides a safe environment for the occupants of the vehicle 2 THIS ALARM HAS A SEVEN YEAR LIFE SEE END OF LIFE NOTIFICATION Liquefied Petroleum Gas Awareness LP gas is commonly called Propane and is sold commercially as a suitable fuel in portable and permanent heating and cooking appliances It is important to detect LP gas due to its explosiveness at concentrated volumes This detector is design to alarm at lt 25 LEL legai explosive limit SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS Safety symbols alert
7. asonable labor charges to replace it This Gas Detector is designed for use in recreation vehicles for warning of LP gas Any other use unless authorized in writing by the Atwood Engineering Department voids this warranty 18
8. dro flame product will be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the original date of purchase Atwood s liability hereunder is limited to the replacement of the product repair of the product or replacement of the product with a reconditioned product at the discretion of the manufacturer This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident unreasonable use neglect tampering or other cause not arising from defects in material workmanship This warranty extends to the original owner of the product only and is subject to the following conditions 1 For two years from the date of purchase Atwood will repair or replace any part defective in material or workmanship This warranty includes reasonable labor charges required to remove and replace the part Service calls to customer s location are not considered part of these charges and are therefore the responsibility of the owner 2 Inthe event of a warranty claim the owner must contact in advance either an authorized Atwood Service Center or the Atwood Service Department Warranty clam service must be performed at an authorized Atwood Service Center a list will be provided at no charge or an approved by the Consumer Service Department 1120 North Main Elkhart IN 46514 USA Phone 866 689 3118 3 RETURN PARTS MUST BE SHIPPED TO ATWOOD PREPAID Credit for shipping costs will be included with the warranty clam The defective parts b
9. dth 3 1 8 askforatwood com Depth 7 8 Atwood 2011 Atwood Mobile Products LLC Elkhart IN 46514 Phone 574 264 2131 Effective October 2011 BX swooa Atwood Mobile Products ic Atwood Mobile Products LLC 1120 North Main Street Elkhart IN 46614 3203 USA 800 546 8759 USA amp Canada 800 825 4328 Internet http Awww atwoodmobile com Model LP USER S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Ih Intertek TESTED TO UL1484 For questions concerning your Alarm please call our Customer Service at 1 800 546 8759 Please have the following information ready when calling Alarm Model Number located on the back of alarm Alarm Assembly Number located on the back of alarm Date of Manufactured located on the bottom of alarm Date of Purchase Where Purchased PIN 30100 Rev B 11 11 Liquefted Petroleum Gas Awareness fre ACTIVE ALARM PROCEDURES 10 0 a A T r a 3 MODEL DESCRIPTION 0 0 00002 proide ari a E E 6 bonae a e g e E a S e e E O E POWER CONSERVATION MODE E o a Po fs aee TA ieee i De aR a I AEE 7 Normal Stand bym Mode ete ey hn E mie Test Bode ll h aae n OME cre e ra R Sience Stabilization Mode Tie E oF Po a eee i R hi 8 Fault Mode ee 8 ee E a A gt FUNCTIONS 020 2ecscossresee A E AD T ITE E AA S AEA 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONG c1cssssssesercssssnsncnrerssonaocersarssnaensestonsenenersensennsnennnes 10 j i e y C E es cnc A E A A A E N
10. ecome the property of Atwood Mobile Products LLC and must be returned to the Atwood Mobile Products Quality Assurance Dept Salt Lake City Operations 1874 South Pioneer Road Salt Lake City Utah 84104 USA 4 This warranty applies only if the unit is installed according to the installation instructions provided and complies with local and state codes 17 5 The warranty period on replacement parts is the unused portion of the original warranty period 6 Damage or failure resulting from misuse including failure to seek proper repair service Misapplication alternations water damage freezing or not using genuine Atwood parts are the owner s responsibility 7 Atwood does not assume responsibility for any loss of use of vehicle loss of time inconvenience expense for gasoline telephone travel lodging loss or damage to personal property or revenues Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you 8 Any implied warranties are limited to 2 two years Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may gt not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from stat to state 9 Replacement parts purchased outside of the original furnace warranty carry a 90 day warranty This includes the part at no charge and re
11. entified explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life during this inspection have equipment serviced immediately Note any e Evacuate all persons from vehicle combustion equipment not inspected by technician consult the manufacturers EEN E R A E I ARE instructions or contact the manufacturers directly for more information about 3 z ToN LP safety Make sure that motor vehicles are not or have not been operating in e Do not touch any electrical switch or use any phone or radio in vehicle an enclosed area or in close proximity of other vehicles e Do not start vehicle s engine or electric generator e Contact nearest gas supplier or qualified Service Technician for repairs Note two self adhesive emergency contact labels are provided The user must e if you cannot reach a gas supplier or qualified Service Technician contact the add telephone numbers for the local emergency service provider and for a nearest fire department qualified service technician User must place one label next to the alarm The Hie ets not run on gas supply until gasileak s have been repaired other label must be placed near a source of fresh air where you plan to gather in the event the alarm indicates propane is presence TESTING Note Unit must be powered for three minutes before test can be performed The Test Rest button is used to verify proper alarm operation Executing the test function sounds the alarm and lights up the L
12. ing you to potential personal safety hazards Obey all es messages goles these S Sympos A CAUTION Avoid possible injury and or property damage Avoid possible injury or death This alarm will only indicate the presence of gas at the sensor Gases may be present in other areas Read this entire manual before using the alarm 7 i ACTIVE ALARM PROCEDURES IF ALARM SIGNAL SOUNDS 1 Operate Test Reset button 1 Immediately move to fresh air outdoors or by an open door window Do a head count to check that all persons are accounted for Do not re enter the premises move away from the open door window until the emergency services 3 responders anive the premises have been aired out and your alarm returns to its normal condition 2 Call your local Emergency Services Number or 911 Ae Activation of this device indicates the presence of LP gas which can cause an explosion and or fire This normally indicates a leak in the LP gas piping or an LP gas appliance Fil in your local Fire Department number here j 3 Afer folowing steps 1 amp 2 if your alarm reactivates within a 24 hour period repeat steps 1 amp 2 and call a qualified appliance technician _ 3 i ogra Too inredas ior Sources Of LP fiom fuel bunting equipment and appliances WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or and inspect for proper operation of this equipment If problems are id
13. mergency contact labels are provided The user must add telephone numbers for the local emergency service provider and for a qualified service technician User must place one label next to the alarm The other label must be placed near a source of fresh air where you plan to gather in the event the alarm indicates propane is present FUNCTIONS Mode Audible Alarm TORES Normal Stand by Alarm Silence Stabilization Flashing Red Off Fault Chirp every 30 seconds End Of Life Flashing Yellow Chirp every 30 seconds IMPORTANT ff this alarm does not test properly return it immediately for repair or replacement o A flashing LED blinks once every second An audible alarm in fault state chirps once every 30 seconds An audible alarm in alarm state chirps 4 times every 5 seconds INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS e LP units when possible should be mounted to detect LP gas closer to the floor due to its heavier than air nature e Select a location as close as possible to appliances that could be potential sources of LP gas leaks and where the initial concentration may be greatest Do not install directly in front of air or furnace vents e DONOT INSTALL next to doors or windows that may dilute the concentration of any LP gas presents in the environment and preclude a timely alarm signal e DONOT INSTALL the detector in a closet or in a location that could be come obstructed by a curtain hanging clothe
14. ms 4 Install the detector and excess wiring through the opening until mounting flange is flush to the wall Mount the unit using the 4 screws provided one in each corner of the flange 13 SURFACE MOUNTING 1 Mark on the desired mounting surface a box approximately 2 1 2 inch wide by 3 3 8 high and draw an X corner to corner fo find center and cut a 1 inch hole 2 Route power leads to the opening and connect wires to the detector per the wiring diagrams 3 Center and mount the base over the outline done in step 1 with the two screws provided through the two holes in the mounting base 4 Slip the unit on to the mount tabs of the base and pull down into place AC Power Adapter Mounting Power supply can be plugged into a 120 VAC wall outlet either on the surface or behind a wall in a cabinet if so desired 1 Cut a hole in the wall large enough to slide the adapter through to the outlet Slide the adapter through the mounting box before screwing the box onto the wall 14 2 SoN the steps outlined above for either surface or flush mounting of the alarm 3 Adapter wire is run underneath the mounting bracket when installing a flush mounted alarm OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Applying power to the detector will cause the LED to flash red for 3 minutes and then turn green Once LED is green detector is monitoring for LP gas DETECTOR TEST 41 Press TEST button until alarm sounds then release the TEST button
15. ptable The alarm will be off along with all other 12 volt equipment when the storage switch is turned to the off position DO NOT USE THE RV WHEN THE STORAGE SWITCH IS iN THE OFF POSITION e All connections must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code in the United States and the Canadian Electric Code in Canada Ali connections must use approved wiring and connectors of an appropriate size see wiring diagram label Provide a minimum of 8 square inches to make wiring connection for DC models e Black VDC Wire Red VDC Wire 1 Amp Fuse Some models are hard wired with a 110 AC adapter allowing the unit to be plugged directly into a 110 AC wall outlet FLUSH MOUNTING e A detachable mounting bracket allows the unit to be mounted as a flush installation supplied with the unit e Mounting brackets attached to the surface where the alarm is to be mounted with four screws see instructions below To instali the mounting bracket to the alarm place the alarm inside the bracket and snap in place see diagram To remove flush mounting bracket pull legs away from body of detector Optional Mounting Box 7 ie Verify that there is a minimum of C 1 1 2 inches of free space behind the wali 2 Mark on the desired mounting surface a box approximately A 2 5 8 inch wide by B 3 5 8 high and cutout 3 Route power leads to the opening and connect wire to the detector per the wiring diagra
16. r Failure if no power is applied to the unit or there is a failure of power circuits there will be no identification from the LED If there is no indication from the LED but the audible alarm sounds when the TEST button is pressed then the LED is defective and the user must contact the Atwood Service Center Actuation of end of life of alarm indicates the alarm is non functioning and will not detect the presence of LP gases which can KILL YOU END OF LIFE Unit is designed to give maximum life of sensors under normal conditions This is seven years from date of installation of unit A sticker has been provided to record this information and should be placed next to the unit were it can be viewed At the end of life the unit will chirps every 30 seconds and the LED s will flash Yellow This state will continue until unit is replaced If the reset test button is pressed during end of life mode the audible alarm will be silenced for 12 hours before being reactivated The LED will remain flashing Yellow while the audible alarm is silenced for this period at the end of the 12 hours the audible alarm will be turned on and the alarm will remain on and can t be silenced The alarm in this condition will not sense LP gas YOU MUST REPLACE ALARM it is not field repairable 16 WARRANTY Atwood Mobile Products LLC LIMITED WARRANTY Atwood Mobile Products LLC warrants to the original owner and subject to the below mentioned conditions that this hy
17. s or any other objects e DO NOT LOCATE defector where it could be exposed to splashes of water or grease or where it could be damaged by impact with moving objects i e furniture feet etc e DO NOT INSTALL on a wall switch controlled by a power line or ground fault circuit e Usually you will find more than one suitable location that will also provide ease of viewing and connection to power e Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm chemicals can permanently damage or temporarily contaminate the sensor e Avoid spraying air freshener hair spray paint or other aerosols near the alarm 10 A CAUTION Installation should be performed by a qualified technician e The following is a list of substances that at high levels can affect the sensor and cause an alarm Methane propane iso butane ethylene ethanol alcohol carbon monoxide iso propylene benzene toluene ethy acetate hydrogen hydrogen sulfide sulfur dioxides Sy PI j gt gM U S rere enh ENTHY oa t te gt Ye M Alarm Location for Minimum Protection WIRING e Before routing the wires disconnect the 12 VDC power supply to avoid shorting Make sure that the power connections are made to a properly fused circuit 15 amp maximum 1 amp fuse is recommended for single or multiple detector installation Can be fused through a distribution panel or power supply box 11 e Connection to a Master Storage Switch is acce

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