Manual - MTI Industries, Inc.
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1. NO RESET SPECIFICATIONS 12 vDC 8 16 vDC 90 mA 12 vDC POWER SUPPLY OPERATIONAL VOLTAGE CURRENT DRAW OPERATIONAL TEMPERATURE 31 F to 150 F 35 C to 66 C RELATIVE HUMIDITY 15 to 93 AUDIBLE OUTPUT 85 dB 10 feet VISUAL OPERATIONAL SIGNAL GREEN VISUAL ALARM SIGNAL RED VISUAL MALFUNCTION SIGNAL YELLOW ALARM TRIGGER lt 25 of the LEL of Propane CASE DIMENSIONS 30 441 Surface 30 442 Flush 6 W x1 7 8 H x 1 1 4 D 6 3 8 W x 2 7 8 H x 1 D CASE MATERIAL Geon 3700 FLAME RATING 94 5VA WARRANTY 1 Year Limited TESTING LABORATORY Underwriters Laboratories STANDARD ANSI UL1484 Fourth Edition OWNERS REPLACEMENT RECORD Replace this SAFE T ALERT propane alarm within 5 years of the production date on the back of the alarm Production Date Replace Date Installer NOTE The replacement date indicates the date beyond which the device may no longer detect accurately The alarm should be replaced immediately 2011 MTI INDUSTRIES INC LED AND SOUNDER SIGNALS OPERATION NORMAL AUDIBLE SIGNAL NONE VISUAL SIGNAL STEADY GREEN PROPANE ALARM ALARM MALFUNCTION CONSTANT FLASHING RED BEEP EVERY 30 SECONDS ALTERNATING RED GREEN END OF LIFE BEEPS EVERY FLASHING RED RED 25 30 SECONDS GREEN GREEN LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED PRODUCTS WARRANTY MTI INDUSTRIES INC Warrants to the original purchaser that this alarm will be free from defects of materi2. towel Dry with a soft cloth e DO NOT SPRAY CLEANING AGENTS OR WAXES directly onto the front panel This action may damage the sensor cause an alarm or cause an alarm malfunction WHERE TO INSTALL GAS ALARMS This alarm is UL listed for installation in recreational vehicles Install this alarm near sources of a potential gas leak Some potential sources are a furnace water heater stove or oven If potential sources of a gas leak are in separated areas MTI recommends installing an alarm in each area See Figure 1 and 2 CAUTION Propane is heavier than air For propane gas detection install this alarm from 4 to 20 inches off the floor A WARNING WHERE NOT TO INSTALL THIS GAS ALARM See Figure 3 e BEHIND FURNITURE DRAPES IN CLOSETS OR AREAS THAT WILL BLOCK AIR FLOW TO THE ALARM e WITHIN 12 INCHES OF EXTERIOR DOORS WINDOWS HEATING OR RETURN VENTS OR OTHER DRAFTY AREAS e INOR ON OUTSIDE WALLS e TO A WALL SWITCH CONTROLLED POWER LINE GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT OR CIRCUIT BREAKER See Master Storage Switch on front Panel NOTE Older homes and RVs may have little or no insulation and therefore are more drafty Carefully consider mounting locations INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Power Supply 12 vDC Connect the alarm to a properly fused circuit All connections must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code CAUTION ONLY USE UL APPROVED CONNECTORS DISCONNECT POWER UNTIL THE INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE
3. 30 441 442 P REFER TO WHERE TO AND NOT TO INSTALL GAS ALARM connect the RED power lead to the fused circuit Connect the BLACK lead to Ground Fasten the unit to the wall using the two screw holes located on the ends of the case Reconnect the power supply 30 442 REFER TO WHERE TO AND NOT TO INSTALL GAS ALARM This model requires a 1 clearance to recess the case Cut a 5 3 8 W x 2 H hole Connect the RED power lead to the fused circuit Connect the BLACK lead to Ground Fasten the unit to the wall using the two screw holes located on the ends of the case Reconnect the power supply 7 7 z Bath Kitchen fe Figure 1 Motorhome N Bedroom m Alarm Locator Minimum Protection i Kitchen Area Alarm Locatfoonr Minimum Protection Bedroom Living Area S Figure 2 Travel Trailer DO NOT INSTALL Figure 3 ae Do not install within 12 o a window that can open Do not install within 12 of vents Do not install within 12 of a door CD Do Not install behind drapes or furniture OPERATION A WARNING This alarm cannot detect propane gas or sound the alarm for two minutes after it has been turned on POWER ON When powered the LED color will be Green Operational TESTING A WARNING TEST THE OPERATION OF THIS ALARM AFTER THE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE BEFORE EACH TRIP
4. AND AT LEAST ONCE PER WEEK DURING USE WARNING THE TEST BUTTON ONLY TESTS THE ALARM CIRCUIT NOT THE SENSOR YOU MAY USE PROPANE OR BUTANE GAS TO TEST THE SENSOR REPLACE THE ALARM AFTER 5 YEARS Simply press the Test Mute switch at any time the alarm is powered The LED should turn RED and the alarm should sound Release the switch IMPORTANT If this alarm does not test properly return it immediately for repair or replacement ALARM SIGNAL The Green LED will turn Red and the audible signal will activate whenever the level of propane gas exceeds the alarm threshold The unit will continue to alarm until the gas clears or the Mute switch is pressed See Procedures To Take During An Alarm and Alarm Signal Mute sections ALARM SIGNAL MUTE Press the TEST MUTE button when the detector is in alarm 1 The audible alarm signal will stop 2 the RED Alarm LED will remain on until the gas has dropped below the alarm point at which time the LED will turn Green 3 If dangerous gas levels remain after the end of the Mute cycle about 90 seconds the alarm will re activate MALFUNCTION ALARM A fault in the sensors operation will activate the malfunction alarm The LED will turn Yellow and the sounder activate IMPORTANT In the event of a malfunction alarm immediately remove the alarm and return it for repair or replacement Do not use your RV without a working Gas Alarm installed LOW POWER OPERATION This alarm will oper
5. MTI INDUSTRIES PROPANE GAS ALARM MODELS 30 441 P and 30 442 P USER S MANUAL IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY This manual contains important information Purchasers who install this unit for use by others must leave this manual with the owner Do not throw out Manual 304298 7 SINGLE STATION PROPANE ALARM SUITABLE FOR USE IN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES LISTED FILE NO E151570 IMPORTANT Always follow the operation and safety instructions of the gas appliance manufacturer Z N WARNING CONNECT ONLY TO WIRING THAT CANNOT BE TURNED OFF BY A WALL SWITCH OR GROUND FAULT PROTECTOR IMPORTANT Failure to follow the installation instructions may void the warranty SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE MTI INDUSTRIES GAS ALARMS This MTI Industries propane gas alarm is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc for use in recreational vehicles Other explosive gases detected but not tested by Underwriters Laboratories include Acetone Alcohol Butane Gasoline all of which you may have in your Trailer Truck Camper Van Camper or Motorhome When dangerous levels of propane gas lt 25 LEL are detected the alarm signal will activate A reset mute circuit can be activated to temporarily silence the alarm while you ventilate RECOMMENDED WIRE GAUGE essseeesseeees 14 GA POWER SUPPLY 12 vDC WIRE COLOR CODE RED SUPPLY BLACK GROUND FUSED CIRCUIT MAXIMUM ccssccccsseeeeosee 15 AMP ZN WARNING LIMITATIONS OF PR
6. OPANE GAS ALARMS THIS UNIT will not work without power Examples causing no power are Cut lead wires faulty circuit connection a blown or missing fuse improper supply or ground connections This alarm will only indicate the presence of propane gas at the sensor Explosive gas may be present in other areas If you smell unusual odors you may have a gas leak Immediately call a local propane gas supplier or fire department to check for possible leaks This alarm may not be heard The alarm loudness meets or exceeds regulatory standards However if this alarm is in remote locations or behind closed doors the alarm may not be heard Persons who are hard of hearing may not hear the alarm This alarm is not a smoke fire alarm It is also not a carbon monoxide alarm This alarm is not suitable for installation in hazardous areas as defined in the National Electrical Code HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR ALARM To keep your alarm in good working order you must e Test the alarm TEST PROCEDURE e Do not block or cover the alarm with any object that can prevent a gas leak from reaching the sensor weekly See e Observe the color of the indicator light on the front of the unit regularly See Operating Instructions e Vacuum the dust off the alarm cover weekly more frequently in dusty locations using the soft brush attachment of your vacuum e Clean the alarm cover weekly Hand wash using a damp cloth or paper
7. al or workmanship for a period of one 1 year If defective in original materials or workmanship and returned delivery costs prepaid MTI INDUSTRIES INC will repair or replace this product free of charge LIMITS OF WARRANTY Repair or replacement is your exclusive remedy under this limited warranty or any other warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability for a particular purpose Any and all implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the warranty period from the original date of purchase MTI INDUSTRIES INC its dealers and distributors shall in no case be responsible or in any way liable for any incidental or consequential damages for any reason Some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights that may vary from state to state WARRANTY RETURN POLICY Warning opening this product for any reason voids the warranty There are no user serviceable parts in the case This alarm requires an authorization number RA for repair or replacement Call MTI for a RA number Pack the alarm carefully in a padded container Include the RA number an explanation of the problem the original dated sales receipt and your return address Send shipping prepaid to MTI Indus
8. ate normally down to 8 vDC Do not operate this alarm below 8 vDC End of Life Signal Sensor has a 5 Year Service Life All 30 441 442 P models include an End of Life EOL Signal indicating the sensor has reached the end of its service life and you must replace the alarm The signal is the LED flashing RED RED GREEN GREEN with a beep every 25 30 seconds The EOL Signal may be reset by pushing TEST RESET button on the alarm This will reset the EOL Signal for a period of 72 hours 3 days for a total of up to 30 days After 30 days the signal cannot be reset and the alarm must be replaced DO NOT DISCONNECT THE ALARM UNTIL YOU HAVE A REPLACEMENT ALARM AVAILABLE TO INSTALL PROCEDURES TO TAKE DURING AN ALARM 1 TURN OFF ALL GAS APPLIANCES STOVE HEATERS FURNACE EXTINGUISH ALL FLAMES AND SMOKING MATERIAL EVACUATE THE UNIT LEAVE DOORS AND WINDOWS OPEN 2 TURN OFF THE PROPANE TANK VALVE 3 DETERMINE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE OF THE LEAK SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP IF NECESSARY CAUTION DO NOT RE ENTER UNTIL THE PROBLEM _ IS CORRECTED TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE AND SOLUTION LED OFF 1 FAULTY WIRE CONNECTION 2 REVERSE POLARITY 3 BAD OR MISSING FUSE 4 DEAD BATTERY NO SOUND IN TEST 1 RETURN IMMEDIATELY NO RED LED 1 RETURN IMMEDIATELY IN TEST ALARMS AFTER 1 CONTAMINATED SENSOR WARM UP WITH PRESS TEST MUTE SWITCH OUT GAS PRESENT AND WAIT 90 SECONDS AUDIBLE ALARM 1 RETURN IMMEDIATELY WITH YELLOW LED
9. tries Inc 31632 N Ellis Drive Bldg 301 Volo IL 60073 Customer Service Number 800 383 0269 e Mail info mtiindustries com Web www Safe T Alert com
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