D-302151 MCT-426, MCT-427 Installation Instructions
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1. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so these limitations may not apply under certain circumstances The Manufacturer shall be under no liability whatsoever arising out of the corruption and or malfunctioning of any telecommunication or electronic equipment or any programs The Manufacturers obligations under this Warranty are limited solely to repair and or replace at the Manufacturer s discretion any Product or part thereof that may prove defective Any repair and or replacement shall not extend the original Warranty period The Manufacturer shall not be responsible for dismantling and or reinstallation costs To exercise this Warranty the Product must be returned to the Manufacturer freight pre paid and insured All freight and insurance costs are the responsibility of the Purchaser and are not included in this Warranty This warranty shall not be modified varied or extended and the Manufacturer does not authorize any person to act on its behalf in the modification variation or extension of this warranty This warranty shall apply to the Product only All products accessories or attachments of others used in conjunction with the Product including batteries shall be covered solely by their own warranty if any The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage or loss whatsoever whether directly indirectly incidentally consequentially or otherwise caused by the malfunction of2. 40 feet long DINING ROOM O KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM O LIVING ROOM BEDROOM SMOKE DETECTORS FOR MINIMUM PROTECTION CO SMOKE DETECTORS FOR MORE PROTECTION Figure 5 Locations for Placing Smoke Detectors in a Single Residence with only One Sleeping Area e Install a smoke detector inside every room where one sleeps with the door partly or completely closed since smoke could be blocked by the closed door and a hallway alarm may not wake up the sleeper if the door is closed D 302151 MCT 426 MCT 427 Installation Instructions FAMILY ROOM KITCHEN DINING ROOM BEDROOM O e LIVING ROOM L O BEDROOM SMOKE DETECTORS FOR MINIMUM SECURITY SMOKE DETECTORS FOR MORE SECURITY BEDROOM Figure 6 Locations for Placing Smoke Detectors in Single Floor Residence with More than One Sleeping Area S BEDROOM LIVING GARAGE SMOKE DETECTORS FOR ROOM MINIMUM PROTECTION SMOKE DETECTORS FOR MORE PROTECTION r BASEMENT et Figure 7 Placing Smoke Detectors in a Multi Floor Residence e Install basement detectors at the bottom of the basement stairwell e Install second floor detectors at the top of the first to second floor stairwell e Be sure no door or other obstruction blocks the path of smoke to the detector e Install additional detectors in your living room dining room family room attic utility and storage
3. Alarm Threshold 60 C 39 140 F 59 Note For UL c UL installations Heat Sensor Alarm Threshold is 68 C 154 F Cover Range 50 100 cubic meters 1770 3530 cubic ft Battery Supervision Automatic transmission of battery status data as part of any transmitted message 3 INSTALLATION 3 1 Disassembly Separate the unit from its mounting bracket as shown in Figure 2 D 302151 MCT 426 MCT 427 Installation Instructions Note The TEST MUTE switch functions as TEST switch in normal operation or as MUTE switch in alarm condition The tamper switch actuator Fig 3 is pressed against the bracket when the unit is attached to the bracket Removal of the unit from the bracket causes the switch contacts to open creating a tamper event which is reported by the transmitter to the alarm system control panel BUZZER TEST MUTE HOLE BUTTON LEDS Figure 1 General View MCT 427 Battery Life Expectancy Battery life exceeds the minimum life required by UL 268 and CAN ULC S531 02 Visonic warrantees the life of the battery for 5 years Audible and Visual Low Battery Warning Built in horn beeps every 30 seconds simultaneously with red LED flashing for up to 30 days when the battery voltage drops Caution Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions Audible and Visual Degraded Chamber Sensitivity Warning Built in horn beeps
4. If the alarm horn produces a loud continuous sound and the red LED flashes when you are not testing the unit this means the detector has sensed smoke or combustion particles in the air Verify that the alarm is a result of a possible serious situation which requires your immediate attention e The alarm could be caused by a false situation Cooking smoke or a dusty furnace sometimes called friendly fires can cause the alarm to sound If this happens open a window or fan the air away to remove the smoke or dust The alarm will turn off as soon as the air is completely clear CAUTION Do not disconnect the battery from the detector This will remove your protection from fires e If there is any question as to the cause of an alarm it should be assumed that the alarm is due to an actual fire and the residence should be evacuated immediately e If the alarm horn begins to beep once every 30 sec for further details see par 3 6 this signal means that the detector s battery is weak Install a new battery immediately Keep fresh batteries on hand for this purpose 6 2 Tips to Enhance Your Protection From Fires Putting up smoke detectors is only one step in protecting your family from fires You must also reduce the chances of fires starting in your home You must also increase your chances of escaping safely if one does start To have a good fire safety program you must apply the following tips to enhance your family s protection from fir
5. Transmission LED ON OFF button LED yellow Status during yellow press transmission Press and release flashes once ON Press and release flashes twice OFF 4 SMOKE DETECTOR INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 4 1 Where to Install Smoke Detectors In the USA smoke detectors should be installed in accordance with the NFPA Standard 74 National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02169 In Canada smoke detectors should be installed in accordance with CAN ULC S553 Standard for the Installation of Smoke Alarms For complete coverage in residential units smoke detectors should be installed in all rooms halls storage areas basements and attics in each family living unit Minimum coverage is one detector on each floor and one in each sleeping area and attics in each family living unit For maximum protection a smoke detector should be located outside primary sleeping areas or on each level of your home Here are a few useful tips for you e Install a smoke detector in the hallway outside every separate bedroom area as in Figure 5 Two detectors are required in homes with two bedroom areas as in Figure 6 e Install a smoke detector on every floor of a multi floor home or apartment as shown in Figure 7 e Install a minimum of two detectors in any household e Install a smoke detector inside every bedroom e Install smoke detectors at both ends of a bedroom hallway if the hallway is more than 12 meters
6. adequate warning or protection The Product properly installed and maintained only reduces the risk of such events without warning and it is not a guarantee or insurance that such events will not occur THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES WHETHER WRITTEN ORAL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE IN NO CASE SHALL THE MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER AS AFORESAID THE MANUFACTURER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR FOR LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE INCLUDING LOSS OF USE PROFITS REVENUE OR GOODWILL DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ARISING FROM PURCHASER S USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FOR LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF OTHER PROPERTY OR FROM ANY OTHER CAUSE EVEN IF MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE THE MANUFACTURER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DEATH PERSONAL AND OR BODILY INJURY AND OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR OTHER LOSS WHETHER DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE BASED ON A CLAIM THAT THE PRODUCT FAILED TO FUNCTION Chaque d tecteur de fum e doit tre accompagn d instructions d installation qui incluent les renseignements suivants en anglais et en fran ais A les plans
7. and storage rooms basements and attached garages 4 2 Where Not to Install Smoke Detectors False alarms occur when smoke detectors are installed where they will not work properly To avoid false alarms do not install smoke detectors in the following situations e Combustion particles are by products of something burning Do not install smoke detectors in or near areas where combustion particles are present such as kitchens with few windows or poor ventilation garages where there may be vehicle exhaust near furnaces hot water heaters and space heaters e Do not install smoke detectors less than 6 meters 20 feet away from places where combustion particles are normally present like kitchens If a 20 foot distance is not possible try to install the detector as far away from the combustion particles as possible preferably on the wall To prevent false alarms provide good ventilation in such places IMPORTANT Never try to avoid false alarms by disabling the detector e Do not mount smoke detectors in the path of fresh air intake The flow of fresh air in and out can drive smoke away from the smoke detector thus reducing its efficiency Figure 10 indicates the correct and incorrect locations concerning this problem e Near pain thinner fumes e In close proximity to an automobile exhaust pipe this will damage the detector e In damp or very humid areas or near bathrooms with showers Moisture in humid air can enter the sensing chamb
8. be installed in the immediate vicinity of the fire In addition smoke from fires in chimneys in walls on roofs in remote parts of the building or on another level from where the smoke detector is located may not reach the smoke detector quickly enough for occupants to escape unharmed For this reason installer shall install smoke detectors on every level in every sleeping area and in every bedroom of the household D Smoke detector may not be heard The alarm horn in this smoke detector meets or exceeds current Underwriter s Laboratories standards However if the smoke detector is not located in the same room as the occupant or if it is blocked by a closed door or normal noise the alarm horn may not be heard In addition sound sleepers or persons who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol may not hear the alarm or be able to react to it Therefore locate this smoke detector which has a sounder rated at 85 dB at 10 feet on every level in every sleeping area and in every bedroom of the household E This detector if used as a stand alone unit will not alert people who are hard of hearing F In general detectors may not always warn you about fires caused by carelessness and safety hazards like smoking in bed violent explosions escaping gas improper storage of flammable materials overloaded electrical circuits children playing with matches or arson G Smoke detectors are not fool proof Like all electronic devices smo
9. d installation standard pour l unit y compris l emplacement et les m thodes de c blage recommand s Les m thodes de c blage d taill es doivent tre conformes au Code canadien de l lectricit premi re partie Normes de s curit pour les installations lectriques Les plans devraient aussi pr ciser les emplacements non recommand s pour l installation du d tecteur de fum e Les instructions doivent respecter la norme CAN ULC S553 Norme sur l installation des avertisseurs de fum e B une description pr cise des proc dures de fonctionnement de mise l essai et d entretien de l unit Les proc dures de mise l essai et d entretien doivent respecter la norme CAN ULC S552 14 Norme sur l inspection la mise l essai et l entretien des avertisseurs de fum e C l identification des pi ces de remplacement comme le voyant lumineux ou la pile par un num ro de pi ce le num ro de pi ce du fabricant ou l quivalent ainsi que l information sur l endroit o le propri taire peut se procurer la pi ce D lorsqu il s agit d unit s multiples les num ros de mod le et de pi ce du fabricant des appareils compatibles y compris mais de fa on non limitative les d tecteurs de fum e les d tecteurs de chaleur les dispositifs de signalisation les modules de commutation ou les d tecteurs de monoxyde de carbone E l identification du manuel d utilisation ou du livret d instructions par un num ro ou l quivalent F
10. every 30 seconds in the middle of red LED flashing intervals indicates that the detector must be replaced Clean Warning Transmission When the detectors chamber becomes dirty a Trouble signal that indicates the need to clean the detector is sent to the control panel A dirty chamber can cause the detector to operate at high sensitivity If this message persists after cleaning you may need to replace the detector Note This transmission applies to the PowerMax version F and higher and PowerMax Pro Complete Express control panels only PHYSICAL DATA Operating Temperature 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F Note For UL c UL installations Operating Temperature is 0 C to 38 C 32 F to 100 F Relative Humidity 10 to 85 Dimensions MCT 426 120 mm 4 7 x 58 mm 2 3 MCT 427 120 mm 4 7 x 63 mm 2 5 Weight including battery 165 g 5 8 oz Compliance with Standard MCT 426 427 Europe 868 95 433 92 and 869 2125 MHz EN54 7 except for 4 2 EN 14604 EN 54 5 Class A2 S except for 4 4 EN 60950 EN 300220 EN 301489 EN 50130 4 USA 315MHz FCC CFR47 Part 15 Canada 315 MHz RSS210 Designed to comply with MCT 426 427 USA 315MHz UL 268 MCT 426 427 CANADA 315MHz CAN ULC S531 02 BRACKET DETECTOR Rotate the detector anticlockwise and pull it from the bracket Hold the bracket with one hand Figure 2 Separating the Detector from Its Bracket 3 2 Audible and Visual Indicati
11. go to call the Fire Department outside your home e Provide emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers and teach your family to use this equipment properly 6 3 More Tips on How to Face a Fire at Home If you have made an escape plan and practiced it with your family their chances of escaping safely are increased Go over the following rules with your children when you have fire drills This will help everyone remember the rules in a real emergency A Don t panic and stay calm Your safe escape may depend on thinking clearly and remembering what you have practiced B Get out of the house as quickly as possible Follow a planned escape route Do not stop to collect anything or to get dressed Feel the doors to see if they are hot If they are not open them carefully Do not open a door if it is hot Use an alternate escape route D Stay close to the floor Smoke and hot gases rise Cover your nose and mouth with a wet or damp cloth Take short shallow breaths F Keep doors and windows closed Open them only if you have to in order to escape Meet at your planned meeting place after leaving the house Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside your house Give the address and your name I Never go back inside a burning building Contact your local Fire Department They will give you more ideas about how to make your home safer from fires and how to plan your family s escape 9 m o TE
12. une indication selon laquelle l appareil ne doit pas tre install dans un environnement o la temp rature ambiante normale d passe 38 C G une recommandation du fabricant qui s adresse au propri taire et qui pr conise la preparation d un plan d vacuation familial ou des r f rences sur des renseignements publi s ce sujet Les instructions doivent tre pr sent es sur une feuille s par e l ext rieur de l unit ou dans le manuel d utilisation S ils ne sont pas inclus directement sur l appareil les instructions ou le manuel devraient cit s en r f rence dans les renseignements imprim s sur l unit Frequency Allocations for Wireless Devices European EU Countries 433 92 MHZ has no restriction in any EU member state 315 MHZ is not allowed in any EU member state 868 95 MHz wide band is allowed in all EU member states 869 2125 MHz narrow band is not restricted in any EU member state However if the Manufacturer is held liable whether directly or indirectly for any loss or damage arising under this limited warranty THE MANUFACTURER S MAXIMUM LIABILITY IF ANY SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT which shall be fixed as liquidated damages and not as a penalty and shall be the complete and exclusive remedy against the Manufacturer When accepting the delivery of the Product the Purchaser agrees to the said conditions of sale and warranty and he recognizes having been informed of
13. D 30151 MCT 426 MCT 427 Supervised Wireless PowerCode Smoke Heat and Smoke Detector al Visonic Installation Instructions 1 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATIONS MCT 426 photoelectric smoke detector and MCT 427 heat and photoelectric smoke detector are automatic fire detectors with integral audible signal for open area protection designed to sense heat or smoke not flame and fitted with a PowerCode type UHF transmitter MCT 426 MCT 427 provides early warning of developing fire by sounding an alarm with its built in alarm horn and by transmitting a coded alarm signal to a PowerCode receiver or to a compatible wireless alarm control panel For UL and ULC approved installation use PowerMax or PowerMax Pro Complete Express control panels MCT 427 will activate a fire alarm upon either smoke or heat condition With two fire sensors heat and smoke the MCT 427 detector may shorten the time to fire alarm activation It must be borne in mind though that effective prewarning of fire accidents is only possible if the detector is located installed and maintained as described here In alarm condition the buzzer sound can be stopped for 8 minutes UL and 10 minutes EN by pressing the TEST MUTE switch It will not restore the alarm condition but will temporarily silence the buzzer while you correct the condition After 8 minutes UL and 10 minutes EN the detector restarts the alarm buzzer sound 2 SPECIFICATIONS Al
14. MENTS OF COMPLIANCE The 315 MHz version of 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 WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The digital circuit of this device 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 residential installations 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 and television reception However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this device does cause such interference which can be verified by turning the device off and on the user is encouraged to eliminate the interference by one or more of the following measures Re orient or re locate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the device and the receiver Connect the device to an outlet on a circuit different from the one which supplies power to the receive
15. arm Sound Level 85 dB at 3 m 10 feet TRANSMITTER AND CODING Operating Frequency MHz 315 433 92 868 95 869 2125 or other frequency according to local requirements Transmitter s ID Code 24 bit digital word over 16 million combinations pulse width modulation Overall Message Length 36 bits Supervision Automatic signaling at 60 minute intervals 315 MHz version 15 minute interval 433 92 868 95 869 2125 MHz versions or according to the local standards Tamper Alerts Tamper event removal of the unit from its bracket is reported once Tamper restore is reported when the tamper switch is restored Transmission Indicator Yellow LED lights upon transmission visible only when LED function is pre defined see par 3 7 ALARM REPORT Every 20 seconds for the first 3 minutes Then every 3 minutes until 30 minutes have elapsed Alarm stops reporting after 30 min or if the detector goes into alarm restore After 30 minutes an alarm bit will be sent as part of the supervision message ELECTRICAL DATA Power Source 3 Volt CR123A CR17450 lithium Note The CR17450 battery shall not be used in UL c UL applications Operation Voltage From 2 7 V to 3 V Current Drain 18 uA standby 70 mA max in operation Smoke Density Europe 0 09 0 14 dB m USA 1 44 ft to 2 74 ft Canada 1 29 ft to 2 27 ft obs Note For UL c UL installations Smoke Density is 0 91 ft to 2 47 ft for USA and 0 91 ft to 2 27 ft for Canada Heat Sensor
16. equired to initiate a transmission for enrollment press the smoke detector s test button see fig 1 until the built in horn sounds or press the tamper switch Note It is much easier to carry out this operation while holding the MCT 426 MCT 427 in your hand close to the control panel D 302151 MCT 426 MCT 427 Installation Instructions 3 5 Mounting DETECTOR gens Mark and drill 2 holes in the mounting surface Fasten the bracket to the mounting surface with 2 screws Align bracket tabs with the detector slots and rotate the detector as shown Pull the detector outward to verify that it is securely attached Figure 4 Mounting Notes 1 A battery must be inserted into the detector before the detector can be mounted onto the bracket 2 Unauthorized removal of the unit from the bracket will initiate a tamper alert 3 6 Test Enter the test mode by pressing the test button In this mode the detector will test smoke heat and battery functions If all functions are good the red LED lights 0 5s off 0 5s the yellow LED lights 0 5s off 0 5s followed by a loud 3 beep alarm and the red LED flashes simultaneously Otherwise the detector produces the warning signals as detailed in Table 1 3 7 LED Transmission Procedure The yellow LED can be set to ON or OFF by pressing the Transmission LED yellow ON OFF button see Figure 3 as indicated in Table 2 below Table 2 Interpreting the Transmission ON OFF Button
17. er then turns into droplets upon cooling which can cause false alarms Install smoke detectors at least 3 meters 10 feet away from bathrooms e In very cold or very hot areas including unheated buildings or outdoor rooms If the temperature goes above or below the operating range of smoke detector it will not work properly Verify that the temperature range of the detector falls within the Operating Temperature see chapter 2 Specifications e In very dusty or dirty areas dirt and dust can build up on the detector s sensing chamber to make it overly sensitive e Additionally dust or dirt can block openings to the sensing chamber and keep the detector from sensing smoke e Near fresh air vents or very drafty areas like air conditioners heaters or fans Fresh air vents and drafts can drive smoke away from smoke detectors e Dead air spaces are often at the top of a peaked roof or in the corners between ceilings and walls Dead air may prevent smoke from reaching a detector See Figures 8 and 9 for recommended mounting locations e In insect infested areas If insects enter a detector s sensing chamber they may cause a false alarm Where bugs are a problem get rid of them before putting up a detector e Near fluorescent lights electrical noise from fluorescent lights may cause false alarms Install smoke detectors at least 1 5 meters 5 feet from such lights e Smoke detection depends on the smoke density present in a room Sm
18. ere is no battery inside The smoke detector is supplied with a 3V CR123A CR17450 battery Battery connection for both types of batteries is illustrated in Figure 3a and 3b below 4 3 volts CR123A Open battery cover and connect the battery to its terminals without insulator Verify proper polarity Transmission LED ON OFF button switch Figure 3b Battery Connection for CR17450 Note When the battery first makes contact the alarm horn may sound for one second This indicates that the battery is connected properly Close the cover then press the test button see fig 1 for about 5 seconds for further details see par 3 6 3 4 Resetting the Transmitter Module and Enrolling its PowerCode ID The detector has a wall rear tamper switch to alert removal of detector The tamper switch actuator extending through a hole in the base see Figure 3 is pressed against the bracket when the unit is attached to the bracket Removal of the unit from the bracket will cause the switch contacts to open creating a tamper event which will be reported by the transmitter to the control panel Refer to the control panel s installation instructions and follow the procedure given there for enrolling transmitter IDs in the control panel s memory When r
19. es A Install smoke detectors properly Carefully follow all the instructions in this manual Keep your smoke detectors clean and test them every week B Remember that detectors that do not work will not alert you Replace your smoke detectors immediately if they are not working properly C Follow fire safety rules and prevent hazardous situations e Use smoking materials properly Never smoke in bed Keep matches and cigarette lighters away from children Store flammable materials in proper containers Never use them near open flame or sparks Keep electrical appliances in good condition Do not overload electrical circuits D 302151 B Replace battery see Figure 3a or Figure 3b according to the battery used 5 2 Maintenance It is necessary to maintain the detector frequently to ensure it working properly Follow these tips for taking care of your detector e Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the air vents occasionally to keep them free of dust When a Clean Warning transmission is received the detector should be cleaned When a trouble event is received the detector should be removed see Table 1 for visual and audible indications e Perform detector functional test see par 3 7 weekly e A clean maintenance signal is transmitted when the detector s chamber sensitivity becomes degraded Note This transmission applies to the PowerMax control panel only Note If false alarms keep occurring check whether the d
20. etector s location is adequate see Para 4 1 and 4 2 Relocate the unit if it is not located properly Clean as described above Keep stoves fireplaces chimneys and barbecue grills grease free Make sure they are properly installed and away from any combustible materials e Keep portable heaters and open flames such as candles away from combustible materials Do not allow rubbish to accumulate Keep a supply of extra batteries on hand for your battery powered smoke detectors D Develop a family escape plan and practice it with your entire family Be sure to include small children in your practice e Draw a floor plan of your home and find two ways to exit from each room There should be one way to get out of each bedroom without opening the door e Explain to children what the smoke detector alarm signal means Teach them that they must be prepared to leave the home by themselves if necessary Show them how to check to see if doors are hot before opening them Show them how to stay close to the floor and crawl if necessary Show them how to use the alternate exit if the door is hot and should not be opened Decide on a meeting place which has a safe distance from your house Make sure that all your children understand that they should go and wait for you there if there is a fire Hold fire drills at least every 6 months making sure that everyone even small children knows what to do to escape safely e Know where to
21. ke detectors have limitations No type of smoke detector can sense every kind of fire every time In addition smoke from slow smoldering fires rises slowly and may not reach the smoke detector until actual flame breaks out This type of smoke may not reach the smoke detector in time for occupants to escape unharmed H Smoke detectors are not a substitute for life or property insurance Though smoke detectors have been responsible for saving many lives they are not warranted or implied to protect lives or property in the event of fire I These wireless systems are very reliable and are tested to high standards However due to their low transmitting power and limited range required by the regulatory authorities there are some limitations to be considered i Receivers may be blocked by radio signals on or near their operating frequencies regardless of the code selected ji A receiver can only respond to one transmitted signal at a time iii Wireless equipment should be tested regularly to determine whether there are sources of interference and to protect against faults D 302151 MCT 426 MCT 427 Installation Instructions 5 TAKING CARE OF THE MCT 426 or MCT 427 5 1 Battery Replacement The MCT 426 and MCT 427 were designed to be as maintenance free as possible To keep the smoke detector in good working order you must test it weekly as instructed in Para 6 1 below Make it a rule to replace the detector s battery lithium
22. oke density is greater in small rooms for the same amount of smoke than in large rooms In small rooms less than 25 cubic meters 883 cubic ft in size a small amount of smoke may activate a smoke alert For example smoking or bathroom steam may activate a smoke alert AIR RETURN y AIR ENTRY BEDROOM ae KITCHEN LIVING ROOM BEDROOM CORRECT LOCATION INCORRECT LOCATION Figure 10 Recommended Smoke Detector Locations to Avoid Air Streams with Combustion Particles WARNING Never remove batteries to stop a false alarm Open a window or fan the air around the detector to get rid of the smoke The alarm will turn itself off when the smoke is gone If false alarms persist attempt to clean the detector as described in this manual WARNING Do not stand close to the detector when the alarm is sounding The alarm is loud in order to wake you in an emergency Too much exposure to the horn at close range may be harmful to your hearing 4 3 Smoke Detector Limitations A This smoke detector is designed for use in a single residential unit or offices which means that it should be used inside a single family home or apartment or office B Please refer to NFPA 101 the Life Safety Code NFPA72 for smoke detector requirements for fire protection in buildings not defined as households C The smoke detector will not sense a fire if the smoke does not reach the sensor In order for a smoke detector to sense smoke it must
23. once every 8 years even if there is no indication that the battery is weak Also be sure to replace it immediately upon reception of a low battery message via your control panel If you disregard this message an audible reminder in the form of once per minute beep will sound after a few days The low battery beep should last at least 30 days before the battery dies out completely NOTE For best performance use only lithium batteries as replacement batteries see specifications Carbon zinc batteries are not acceptable Replace the battery as follows A Separate the detector from its bracket see figure 2 6 ADDITIONAL ADVICE 6 1 Routine Testing The detector should be tested weekly and also whenever you suspect that it does not go into alarm Push the test button firmly with your finger until the horn sounds it may take up to 20 seconds for further details see par 3 6 Also verify that the control panel responds to the transmitted fire alarm If the detector fails have it repaired or replaced immediately to ensure that it works properly Every 3 months the smoke detector must be checked by using smoke detectors test sprayer WARNING Never use an open flame of any kind to test your detector You may set fire to damage the detector as well as your home The built in test switch accurately tests all detector functions as required by Underwriters Labora tories This is the only correct way to test the unit NOTE
24. ons The dual color LED and buzzer are used to signal various alarm and trouble messages as shown in Table 1 below Table 1 Visual and Audible Indications Condition Visual Indication LEDs Audio Red Yellow Indication Smoke alarm Flash every 3 long beeps every 500ms 4 sec Heat alarm Flash every 3 long beeps every 500ms 4 sec Tamper alarm Long beep every 2 sec Standby Flash every 30 sec Low battery Flash every 30 se O Short beep every 30 sec Smoke sensor trouble Flash every 60 sec 3 Flashes every 60 sec Short beep every 60 sec Low sensitivity alarm Flash every 30 sec Short beep every 30 sec Heat sensor trouble Flash every 60 sec 5 Flashes every 60 sec Short beep every 60 sec Need to clean 2 flashes every 30 sec 2 short beeps every 30 sec Test See par 3 7 3 volts CR17450 Transmission LED ON OFF button The tamper alarm will mute for 3 minutes at first power on and will revert to normal mode when the tamper switch condition is changed Delay of 15 sec between buzzer beep and LED operation MCT 427 only 3 3 Battery Connection and Initial Test Attention The detector battery cover is fitted with a red button that prevents the detector from locking onto bracket if th
25. r Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician This device complies with the essential requirements and provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 1999 on radio and telecommunications terminal equipment WARRANTY Visonic Limited the Manufacturer warrants this product only the Product to the original purchaser only the Purchaser against defective workmanship and materials under normal use of the Product for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of shipment by the Manufacturer This Warranty is absolutely conditional upon the Product having been properly installed maintained and operated under conditions of normal use in accordance with the Manufacturers recommended installation and operation instructions Products which have become defective for any other reason according to the Manufacturers discretion such as improper installation failure to follow recommended installation and operational instructions neglect willful damage misuse or vandalism accidental damage alteration or tampering or repair by anyone other than the manufacturer are not covered by this Warranty The Manufacturer does not represent that this Product may not be compromised and or circumvented or that the Product will prevent any death and or personal injury and or damage to property resulting from burglary robbery fire or otherwise or that the Product will in all cases provide
26. rooms e Install smoke detectors as close to the center of the ceiling as possible If this is not practical put the detector on the ceiling at least 10 cm 4 inches away from any wall or corner as shown in Figure 8 e If ceiling mounting is not possible and wall mounting is permitted by your local and state codes locate the detectors between 10 15 cm 4 6 inches from the ceiling also see Figure 8 e f some of your rooms have sloped peaked or gabled ceilings try to mount detectors 0 9 meter 3 feet measured horizontally from the highest point of the ceiling as shown in Figure 9 10 cm ceiling A Gin pe DETECTOR 10 cm 4 in CENTER Min 15cm OF NEVER 6 in CEILING HERE Max HORIZONTAL DISTANCE FROM PEAK lt gt BEST LOCATION Saee ACCEPTABLE LOCATION Figure 9 Recommended Location to Mount Smoke Detectors in Rooms with Sloped Gabled or Peaked Ceiling Figure 8 Recommended Best and Acceptable Locations to Mount Smoke Detectors CAUTION As required by the California State Fire Marshall Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows 1 A smoke detector installed in each separate sleeping area in the vicinity but outside the bedrooms and 2 Heat or smoke detectors in the living rooms dining rooms bedrooms kitchens hallways attics furnace rooms closets utility
27. the Product due to products accessories or attachments of others including batteries used in conjunction with the Products This Warranty is exclusive to the original Purchaser and is not assignable This Warranty is in addition to and does not affect your legal rights Any provision in this warranty which is contrary to the Law in the state or country were the Product is supplied shall not apply Warning The user must follow the Manufacturer s installation and operational instructions including testing the Product and its whole system at least once a week and to take all necessary precautions for his her safety and the protection of his her property 1 08 W E E E Product Recycling Declaration For information regarding the recycling of this product you must contact the company from which you orignially purchased it If you are discarding this product and not returning it for repair then you must ensure that it is returned as identified by your supplier This product is not to be thrown away with everyday waste Z Directive 2002 96 EC Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment z Visonic EMAIL info visonic com INTERNET www visonic com VISONIC LTD 2014 MCT 426 MCT 427 D 302151 Rev 6 9 14 SIGNALING gO D 30151 D 302151
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