UTC Fire and Security Americas 929A-CO Wireless Carbon Monoxide Detector User Manual TX 6310 01 1 Carbon Monoxide Alarm Manual
UTC Fire & Security Americas Corporation, Inc. Wireless Carbon Monoxide Detector TX 6310 01 1 Carbon Monoxide Alarm Manual
User Manual
TX-6310-01-1 Carbon Monoxide Alarm Manual
Figure 1: Alarm features
Test/Hush button
Alarm sounder
Green Power LED
Red Alarm LED
Attention: Please take a few minutes to thoroughly read this guide
which should be saved for future reference and passed on to any
subsequent owner.
Description
The TX-6310-01-1 wireless carbon monoxide (CO) alarm monitors
the levels of CO gas and gives early warning when potentially
dangerous levels exist. It does not detect fire, smoke, or any other
gas. If a dangerous concentration of CO is detected by patented
and field-proven electrochemical sensor, an LED indicator
illuminates and an internal siren is activated in temporal 4 pattern.
The CO alarm also transmits an alarm signal to the control panel
within 15 seconds of detecting dangerous concentration of CO
gas. The control panel activates its internal siren and reports the
alarm condition to the central monitoring station (if the system is
monitored). The CO alarm also detects low battery, wall tamper,
and sensor end-of-life. These trouble codes are transmitted to the
control panel which reports the condition to the central
monitoring station. The alarm automatically reset when CO is no
longer detected.
The TX-6300-01-1 wireless CO alarm is Listed and compliant with
the ANSI/UL 2034 standard for CO alarms. It is intended for
residential indoor dwelling unit applications and other areas
approved by the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). It is not
intended for use in industrial applications.
WARNING: After seven years from initial power up, this alarm will
beep two times every 30 seconds to indicate that it is time to
replace the alarm. Replace the alarm immediately! It will not
detect CO in this condition.
To help identify the date to replace the alarm, a label has been
affixed to the side of the alarm. Write the “replace by” date (seven
years from power up) with a permanent marker on this label.
Alarm location
CO alarms should be mounted in or near bedrooms and living
areas. We recommend that you install an alarm on each level of
your home.
When choosing your installation locations, make sure you can
hear the alarm from all sleeping areas. If you install only one CO
alarm in your home, install it near bedrooms, not in the basement
or furnace room.
Place the alarm out of reach of children. Under no circumstances
should children be allowed to handle the CO alarm.
Figure 2: Recommended locations
Dining Kitchen Bedroom Bedroom
Bedroom
Living room
Locations to avoid
Improper location can affect the sensitive electronic components
in this alarm. To avoid causing damage to the unit, to provide
optimum performance, and to prevent unnecessary nuisance
alarms:
• Do not install in kitchens, garages, or furnace rooms that may
expose the sensor to substances that could damage or
contaminate it.
• Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than
40°F (4.4°C) or hotter than 100°F (37.8°C) such as crawl
spaces, attics, porches, and garages.
• Do not install within 5 ft. of heating or cooking appliances.
(We recommend 15 ft. to prevent nuisance alarms.)
• Do not install near vents, flues, chimneys, or any
forced/unforced air ventilation openings.
• Do not install on metal surfaces.
• Avoid mounting in areas with a large quantity of metal or
electrical wires.
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• Do not install near ceiling fans, doors, windows, or areas
directly exposed to the weather.
• Do not install in dead air spaces, such as peaks of vaulted
ceilings or gabled roofs, where CO may not reach the sensor
in time to provide early warning.
• Do not install near deep-cell large batteries. Large batteries
have emissions that can cause the alarm to perform at less
than optimum performance.
• Do not obstruct the vents located on the alarm. Do not place
the alarm where drapes, furniture, or other objects block the
flow of air to the vents.
Battery installation and replacement
Note: Place the control panel into sensor test mode prior to
replacing the batteries. If the control panel is not in sensor test
mode during battery replacement, an alarm/tamper condition
may be indicated.
To install or replace the batteries in this alarm:
1. Slide the alarm body off of the mounting plate.
2. If replacing batteries, remove the old batteries and properly
dispose of them as recommended by the battery
manufacturer.
3. Install the new batteries. Note the polarity illustration in the
battery compartment (see Figure 3 below).
Figure 3: Batteries
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4. Slide the alarm body back onto the mounting plate.
Note: The mounting plate will not close if all three batteries
are not installed.
Figure 4: Sliding the alarm on the mounting plate
Alarm mounting guide
Alarm mounting guide
5. Perform a sensor/RF test with the control panel. See “RF
communication test” on page 3
When replacing the batteries, use one of the following approved
brands:
• Duracell MN1500 or MX1500
• Energizer E91
Use of a different battery may have a detrimental effect on the
alarm operation.
Note: Constant exposures to high or low humidity may reduce
battery life.
After installing or changing the batteries, reinstall your alarm. Test
your alarm by using the Test/Hush button and check that the
green Power LED is on.
Mounting the alarm
Note: Verify RF performance prior to permanently mounting the
alarm. See “RF communication test” on page 3.
The CO alarm can be wall mounted or ceiling mounted.
To mount the alarm:
1. Slide the alarm body off of the mounting plate. Place the
mounting plate in the desired location, and mark the location
of the two mounting holes. Orient the mounting plate
vertically or horizontally as shown in the following figures.
Note: The alarm can also be directly mounted to a single
gang box.
Figure 5: Vertical mounting
Mounting hole
Mounting latch
Alarm
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Figure 6: Horizontal mounting
Mounting
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Mounting
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Mounting latch
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2. Insert the two screws provided and secure the mounting
plate to the wall or ceiling surface. (If mounting in
plasterboard or drywall, drill a 3/16 in. hole and use the
plastic anchors provided.)
3. After the mounting plate is secured, slide the alarm over the
mounting plate (see Figure 4 on page 2).
Important labels provided
Two labels have been provided that have important information
on what to do in case of an alarm. Add the phone number of your
emergency service provider in the space provided. Place one label
next to the alarm after it is mounted, and one label near a fresh air
source such as a door or window.
Programming
The following section provides a general guideline for
programming (learning) the unit into control panel memory. Refer
to the panel documentation for complete programming details.
To add the CO alarm to panel memory:
1. Set the panel to program mode.
2. Proceed to the Learn/Add Sensors menu.
3. Select the desired sensor number.
4. Trip the wall tamper by removing the alarm body from the
mounting plate.
5. When the panel prompts you for sensor group number, enter
the appropriate group number based on the system panel.
6. At the panel, exit program mode.
7. Place the alarm body back onto the mounting plate.
Testing
Note: This unit is sealed. The cover is not removable.
WARNING: The control panel must be placed into sensor test
mode while conducting any tests. Placing the control panel into
sensor test mode for all testing helps to protect against false
alarms and unintentional central station reporting.
Due to the loudness of the alarm, we suggest that you place your
fingers over the sounder vent while testing your alarm.
Caution: Continuous exposure to the high sound level of this
alarm over an extended period of time may cause hearing loss.
The CO alarm provides three test modes:
• Normal CO alarm test. Conducts an internal self test and
tests the sounder.
• RF communication test. Tests the communication path with
the control panel.
• CO alarm functional gas test. Tests the functional operation
of the CO sensing element.
Normal CO alarm test
1. Wait at least 10 minutes after installation to test the CO
alarm.
2. Make sure the green Power LED is flashing for normal
operation.
3. Set the control panel to sensor test mode.
4. Press and hold the Test/Hush button until the unit beeps once
(approximately 1 second), and then release the button. If the
unit is operating properly, you will hear four quick beeps,
followed by 5 seconds of silence, followed by four quick
beeps.
5. At the control panel, exit sensor test mode.
Note: This test mode does not test communication with the
control panel. You will receive a “Sensor Test Fail or Abort”
message when the control panel exits sensor test mode.
RF communication test
This section provides general guidelines for testing the CO alarm
with the panel. Refer to the specific panel documentation for
complete testing details.
Before testing, ensure that your control panel is set to sensor test
mode. Setting your panel to sensor test mode prevents an alarm
signal from being transmitted to the central monitoring station (if
you have a monitored system).
1. Wait at least 10 minutes after installation to test the CO
alarm.
2. Make sure the green Power LED is flashing for normal
operation.
3. Set the control panel to sensor test mode.
4. Press and hold the Test/Hush button until the unit beeps two
times (approximately 5 seconds), and then release the button.
If the unit is operating properly, you will hear four quick
beeps. The unit will send the RF test packets after the first
four beeps.
5. The control panel will beep and display the number of RF
packets received.
6. At the panel, exit sensor test mode.
CO inspection and functional gas test
(for qualified service technicians only)
Note: Consult the most recent version of NFPA 720 for more
information regarding the requirement for functional testing of CO
alarms and/or your Local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
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A canned CO testing agent must be used for the CO functional gas
test.
If a tamper alarm occurs:
• Make sure that you are using a compatible control panel (see
“Specifications” below).
1. Wait at least 10 minutes after installation to test the CO
alarm. • Make sure that the control panel is in sensor test mode
during sensor testing.
2. Make sure the green Power LED is flashing for normal
operation. Alarm/open condition does not restore:
3. Set the control panel to sensor test mode. • Make sure that the CO alarm condition has cleared at the CO
alarm.
4. Press and hold the Test/Hush button until the unit beeps
three times (approximately 10 seconds), and then release the
button. The unit will enter the functional gas test mode. The
Power LED will blink once per second while in functional test
mode.
• Make sure that you are using a compatible control panel (see
“Specifications” below).
Specifications
5. Apply UL approved CO test agent. When CO is detected, the
unit will activate a CO alarm. The unit will send RF test
packets to the control panel when the CO alarm is activated.
Compatible panels Simon XT (firmware 1.4 or greater)
Power Three AA batteries
Battery type 1.5 VDC alkaline
Required batteries Duracell MN 1500, Duracell MX1500, Energizer
E91
Sensor Electrochemical
Sensor life 7 years
Frequency 319.5 MHz
Supervisory interval 64 minutes
Audible alarm Temporal 4
Alarm response times 70 PPM = 60-240 min.
150 PPM = 10-50 min.
400 PPM = 4-15 min.
Dimensions 4.68 x 2.75 x 1.85 in. (119 x 70 x 47 mm)
Storage temperature -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
Operating environment
Temperature
Relative humidity
40 to 100°F (4.4 to 37.8°C)
10 to 95% noncondensing
6. The control panel will beep and display the number of RF
packets received.
7. At the control panel, exit sensor test mode.
8. Exit functional gas test mode:
Press and release the Test/Hush button; or
A 2 minute timeout will automatically cause the CO to return
to normal operating mode.
Troubleshooting
This information is provided to help you diagnose and solve
various problems that may arise while configuring or using the
wireless CO alarm.
Unit does not power up properly or reports low battery:
• Make sure the batteries are fully seated within the battery
compartment and the polarity is correct.
• Make sure that all three batteries are installed.
• Check the battery voltage (1.5 VDC nominal per battery).
Regulatory information
Control panel does not respond:
• Use the 60-401 RF Sniffer to make sure the CO alarm is
sending messages for activation.
ETL rating ANSI/UL 2034
FCC compliance 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.
FCC ID: B4Z-929A-CO
• Move or rotate the CO alarm position.
• Make sure the CO alarm is properly enrolled into the control
panel.
• Make sure that you are using a compatible control panel (see
“Specifications” below).
Tamper condition does not restore:
• Make sure the CO alarm body is properly installed on the
mounting plate.
• Make sure there are no trouble indications at the CO alarm.
• Make sure that you are using a compatible control panel (see
“Specifications” below).
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IC: 1175C-929ACO
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
In accordance with FCC requirements of human exposure to radio
frequency fields, the radiating element shall be installed such that a
minimum separation distance of 20 cm is maintained from the general
population.
Operation characteristics
Table 1: Operation characteristics
LED Display Alarm sound Unit status Control panel status Recommendation
Normal operation Green Power
LED flashes
every 30
seconds.
None. Normal DC operation
(sensing no CO) and
with good batteries.
Normal operating
condition.
None.
Carbon monoxide
alarm
Red Alarm LED
flashes with
beeps.
Four quick beeps,
5 seconds silence,
repeating.
Alarm condition.
Dangerous
concentrations of CO
detected.
Alarm condition. See “Alarm procedure” on page 8.
Low battery /
low battery hush
Red Alarm LED
flashes every 60
seconds.
One quick beep
every 60 seconds.
Batteries need to be
replaced.
Trouble condition,
trouble beeps every 60
seconds.
Replace all three AA batteries.
Press Test/Hush button and release. This
will silence the low battery audible chirp
between 8 and 11 hours allowing for a
more convenient time to replace the
batteries.
Alarm end-of-life
indicator
Red Alarm LED
flashes two
times every 30
seconds.
Two quick beeps
every 30 seconds.
End of CO alarm life. Trouble condition,
trouble beeps every 60
seconds.
Press the Test/Hush button and release.
This will silence the end-of-life signal for
up to three days. After three days, the
unit will resume end-of-life chirps. Hush
mode will silence the alarm ten times or
up to 30 days. After 30 days, the unit can
no longer be hushed. Replace the CO
alarm immediately. The unit will not
respond to CO.
Trouble/service
alarm
Red Alarm LED
flashes every 30
seconds.
One quick beep
every 30 seconds.
Unit is in trouble
condition.
Trouble condition,
trouble beeps every 60
seconds.
Replace batteries. If condition continues,
unit has malfunctioned. Replace
immediately. Unit will not respond to CO.
Error condition Red Alarm LED
constantly on.
Constant alarm. Very low battery or
unit malfunction.
Trouble condition,
trouble beeps every 60
seconds.
Replace batteries. If condition continues,
unit has malfunctioned. Replace
immediately. Unit will not respond to CO.
Test mode Red Alarm LED
flashes with
beeps.
Four quick beeps,
5 seconds silence,
repeated once.
Normal operation
when Test/Hush
button is pressed.
Sensor test mode CO not detected. Alarm for test purposes
only.
Tamper Red Alarm LED
flashes every 30
seconds.
One quick beep
every 30 seconds.
Unit is in tamper
condition.
Trouble condition,
trouble beeps every 60
seconds.
Place alarm body back onto mounting
plate. If condition continues, unit has
malfunctioned. Replace immediately.
Maintenance tips
To keep your alarm in good working order:
• Perform a CO alarm test once a week (see “Normal CO alarm
test” on page 3).
• Vacuum the alarm cover once a month to remove
accumulated dust.
• Never use detergents or solvents to clean the alarm.
Chemicals can permanently damage or temporarily
contaminate the sensor.
• Avoid spraying air fresheners, hair spray, paint, or other
aerosols near the alarm.
• Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and interfere
with proper sensor operation.
Move the CO alarm to a remote location, to prevent possible
damage or contamination of the sensor, prior to performing any
of the following:
• Staining or stripping floors or furniture, painting or wall-
papering.
• Using aerosols or adhesives.
WARNING: Reinstall the CO alarm as soon as possible to assure
continuous protection.
The following is a list of substances that at high levels can
damage the CO sensor or cause temporary readings that are not
CO readings:
Ethylene, ethanol, alcohol, iso-propanol, benzene, toluene, ethyl
acetate, hydrogen, hydrogen sulfide, and sulfur dioxide.
Also most aerosol sprays, alcohol-based products, paint, thinner,
solvent, adhesive, hair spray, after shave, perfume, auto exhaust
(cold start), and some cleaning agents.
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Information about carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless poison gas
that can be fatal when inhaled. CO inhibits the blood’s capacity to
carry oxygen.
Periodically review this alarm manual and discuss your CO alarm
emergency procedure with all members of your family. Never
ignore a CO alarm. A true alarm is an indication of potentially
dangerous levels of CO. CO alarms are designed to alert you to the
presence of CO before an emergency - before most people would
experience symptoms of CO poisoning, giving you time to resolve
the problem calmly.
Determine if anyone in the household is experiencing symptoms
of CO poisoning. Many cases of reported CO poisoning indicate
that while victims are aware they are not well, they become so
disoriented they are unable to save themselves either by exiting
the building or calling for assistance. Also, young children and
household pets may be the first affected. You should take extra
precautions to protect high-risk persons from CO exposure
because they may experience ill effects from CO at levels that
would not ordinarily affect a healthy adult.
Symptoms of CO poisoning
The following common symptoms are related to CO poisoning and
should be discussed with ALL members of the household:
• Mild exposure = Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue
(often described as “flu-like” symptoms).
• Medium exposure = Severe throbbing headache, drowsiness,
confusion, fast heart rate.
• Extreme exposure = Unconsciousness, convulsions, cardio-
respiratory failure, death.
If you experience even mild symptoms of CO poisoning, consult
your doctor immediately.
Conditions that can produce carbon monoxide
• Excessive spillage or reverse venting of fuel burning
appliances caused by:
• Outdoor ambient conditions such as wind direction
and/or velocity, including high gusts of wind; heavy air in
the vent pipes (cold/humid air with extended periods
between cycles).
• Negative pressure differential resulting from the use of
exhaust fans.
• Simultaneous operation of several fuel burning
appliances competing for limited internal air.
• Vent pipe connection vibrating loose from clothes dryers,
furnaces, or water heaters.
• Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs
which amplify the above situations.
• Extended operation of unvented fuel burning devices (range,
oven, fireplace, etc.).
• Temperature inversions which can trap exhaust gasses near
the ground.
• Car idling in an open or closed attached garage, or near a
home.
What CO alarms can and cannot do
CO alarms provide early warning of the presence of CO, usually
before a healthy adult would experience symptoms. This early
warning is possible however, only if your CO alarm is located,
installed, and maintained as described in this manual.
Because carbon monoxide is a cumulative poison, long-term
exposures to low levels may cause symptoms, as well as short-
term exposures to high levels. This unit has a time-weighted
alarm, the higher the level of CO present, the sooner the alarm will
be triggered.
This CO alarm can only warn you of the presence of CO. It does
not prevent CO from occurring, nor can it solve an existing CO
problem. If your unit has alarmed and you’ve provided ventilation
by leaving your windows and doors open, the CO buildup may
have dissipated by the time help responds. Although your problem
may appear to be temporarily solved, it is crucial that the source
of the CO is determined and that the appropriate repairs are
made.
CO alarm have limitation. Like any other electronic device, CO
alarms are not fool-proof. CO alarms have a limited operational
life. You must test your CO alarm weekly, because it could fail to
operate at any time.
If your CO alarm fails to test properly, or if its self-diagnostic test
reveals a malfunction, immediately have the unit replaced. This
alarm will not monitor CO levels while in an trouble condition.
CO alarm can only sense CO that reaches the unit’s sensor. It is
possible that CO may be present in other areas without reaching
the alarm. The rate and ability with which CO reaches the alarm
may be affected by:
• Doors or other obstructions.
• Fresh air from a vent, an open window, or other source.
• CO being present on one level of the home and not reaching
a CO alarm installed on a different level. (For example, CO in
the basement may not reach an alarm on the second level,
near the bedrooms).
For these reasons, we recommend you provide complete
coverage by placing a CO alarm on every level of the home.
CO alarms should not be used to detect the presence of natural
gas (methane), propane, butane, or other combustible fuels.
Instruct children never to touch or otherwise interfere with the
alarm. Warn children of the dangers of CO poisoning.
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Important warning statements
This carbon monoxide alarm is designed to detect carbon
monoxide from ANY source of combustion. It is NOT designed to
detect smoke, fire, or any other gas.
WARNING: Carbon monoxide alarms are not smoke alarms. This
carbon monoxide alarm is not a substitute for installing and
maintaining an appropriate number of smoke alarms in your
home.
This CO alarm will not sense smoke, fire, or any poisonous gas
other than carbon monoxide even though carbon monoxide can
be generated by fire. For this reason you must install smoke
alarms to provide early warning of fire and to protect you and
your family from fire and its related hazards.
Caution: This alarm will only indicate the presence of carbon
monoxide at the sensor. Carbon monoxide may be present in
other areas.
WARNING: This product is intended for use in ordinary indoor
locations of family living units. It is not designed to measure
compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA), commercial, or industrial standards. It is not suitable for
installation in hazardous locations as defined in the National
Electric Code.
The installation of this device should not be used as a substitute
for proper installation, use and maintenance of fuel burning
appliances, including appropriate ventilation and exhaust
systems. It does not prevent CO from occurring, nor can it solve an
existing CO problem.
WARNING: This device is designed to protect individuals from
acute effects of carbon monoxide exposure. It may not fully
safeguard individuals with specific medical conditions.
If in doubt, consult a medical practitioner. Individuals with medical
problems may consider using warning devices which provide
audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations
under 30 PPM.
This carbon monoxide alarm requires a continuous supply of
electrical power - it will not work without power.
This alarm has not been investigated for carbon monoxide
detection below 70 PPM.
Contact information
For contact information, see www.interlogix.com.
GE and the GE monogram are trademarks of the General Electric
Company and are under license to Interlogix, a UTC Fire & Security
Company, 9 Farm Springs Road, Farmington, CT 06034-4065
For residential consumers, please contact your local security
system installation company for product replacement service.
Product returns from security professionals and installers
Before you can return any product to UTC Fire & Security, you
must obtain a return material authorization (RMA). This applies to
all product returns, including warranty repair/replacements, non-
warranty repairs, advance replacements, and credit returns.
To obtain an RMA, contact:
Security Customer Services:
Phone: 888-437-3287
FAX: 503-691-7566
Email: Credits@interlogix.com
You will need to have the product and following information ready:
• Original PO number (not required for distribution partners)
• SKU/part number
• Serial number
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