SAFE-T-ALERT 70-742, 70-742-MS, 70-742-R Kit, 70-742-R-MS Kit User Manual
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV)
Combination Carbon Monoxide and Gas Alarm
USER’S MANUAL
70 Series Models 70-742, 70-742-MS
70-742-R Kit, 70-742-R-MS Kit
PATENT US 7,248,156 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 70RV062009-6
ATTENTION: This user’s manual contains important Carbon
Monoxide (CO) and gas alarm installation, operation, troubleshooting
and warranty information. Read, follow, and keep this manual for
future reference.
NOTE: If you install or purchase this alarm for another person, give
this manual to that person.
IMPORTANT: This unit must be replaced within five years of its
production date. Record the manufacture date in the section,
Owner’s Replacement Record, in this manual for future use. The
replacement date indicates the date beyond which the device may no
longer detect carbon monoxide, propane or natural gas accurately.
The device should be replaced.
DUAL SENSOR TECHNOLOGY
The SAFE-T-ALERT™ 70 Series combination CO / Gas Alarm is an alarm that
combines into a single compact system, a powerful alarm that detects both
Carbon Monoxide (CO) and explosive gases Propane (LPG) and Methane
(Natural Gas). The 70 Series uses the latest microprocessor technology
combined with two electronic self-cleaning sensors that operate independently
of each other. The combined unit can detect both CO and explosive gases
simultaneously.
This detector is UL Listed as a CO Propane and Methane (Natural Gas)
detector for RV use. Other explosive gases detected, but not tested by UL,
include Acetone, Alcohol, Butane, and Gasoline all of which you may have
in your RV.
To prevent false alarms from brief “puffs” of gas the detector has a recheck
cycle before alarming. If high levels of gas remain during the recheck cycle,
the detector will alarm.
The electronic CO sensor in your SAFE-T-ALERTTM CO alarm is
very sensitive to CO gas. It will not react to most other gases.
WHY EVERY RV NEEDS A 70 SERIES CO AND GAS ALARM
Everyone is at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning! Particularly sensitive are
children, pregnant women, the elderly and people with lung or heart disease or
anemia! Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that prevents the
blood from carrying oxygen to vital organs. CO is 200 times more likely to
replace oxygen in the blood. The Consumer Product Safety Commission
(CPSC) recommends using at least one CO alarm located outside of
sleeping areas. For the extra security, locate additional CO alarms in each
sleeping area. Safe-T-Alert CO alarms are available for secondary
installations.
Propane gas can cause explosions! Using propane requires taking safety
precautions to avoid injury. These gases are usually identified by an unpleasant
odor. Certain conditions may make some people unable to detect this unpleasant
odor. These conditions include advanced age, colds, allergies, and the use of
tobacco, alcohol or drugs that may diminish the sense of smell.
ABOUT THIS ALARM
Because CO is a colorless, odorless, tasteless and highly poisonous gas; it
can endanger lives even at low levels of concentration. The CO Alarm
will alert you to potentially dangerous situations. The following
symptoms may be related to CO POISONING. Discuss these
symptoms with ALL household members and RV guests:
Mild Exposure: Headaches, running nose, sore or watery eyes, often
described as “flu-like” symptoms.
Medium Exposure: Dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting.
Extreme Exposure: Unconsciousness, brain damage and death.
NOTE: Reported cases of CO gas poisoning indicate that while
victims are aware they are not well, they are disoriented. They are unable
to save themselves by exiting the RV or calling for
assistance. Small children and pets may be affected first.
Your SAFE-T-ALERTTM 70 Series alarm helps protect your household
members and guests from CO produced while using your RV. CO gas is
produced when any type of fuel is incompletely burned. Potential sources
of CO in and around your RV can include gas or diesel engine exhaust,
portable space heaters, gas stoves and ovens, furnaces, defective engine
exhaust systems, portable grills, other nearby RVs, portable generators,
generator exhaust, and other propane-powered appliances. All are sources
of CO.
The following are also sources of CO that may affect your RV:
Extended operation of unvented fuel burning appliances can build up
high CO levels.
An idling vehicle in an open or closed garage.
Temperature inversions can trap exhaust near the ground.
CO build up can be caused by reverse/negative venting of fuel burning
appliances including; 1) Clogged, loose or faulty stacks or chimneys of
(clothes dryers, furnaces and water heaters, etc.), 2) wind direction
and/or velocity, 3) simultaneous operation of multiple fuel burning
appliances, and/or exhaust fans.
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WARNING:
LIMITATIONS OF CO and GAS ALARMS
THIS ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT POWER. Some
reasons for no alarm power; are a blown or missing fuse, broken wire, a
faulty wire connection or circuit breaker, a discharged battery, cut lead
wires, or improper supply (+) or ground (-) connections.
THIS ALARM WILL ONLY INDICATE THE PRESENCE OF GAS
AT THE SENSOR. CO or explosive propane/natural gas gases may be
present in other areas. MTI recommends installing CO alarms in all sleeping
areas. Do not block or cover the alarm with any object that can
prevent a gas leak or carbon monoxide from reaching the sensor.
THIS ALARM IS INTENDED FOR USE IN RV's. It is intended for
use inside the RV. It is not designed to measure compliance with
commercial and industrial standards.
THIS ALARM MAY NOT BE HEARD. The alarm’s loudness is
designed to meet or exceed regulatory standards; however, the alarm may
not be heard if alarms are located in remote locations or behind closed
doors. Persons who are hard-of-hearing, have consumed alcoholic
beverages, taken prescription, non-prescription or illegal drugs, may not
hear the alarm.
THIS ALARM IS DESIGNED TO DETECT CARBON MONOXIDE
AND PROPANE GAS. THE ALARM IS NOT DESIGNED TO
DETECT SMOKE, OR FIRE.
THIS ALARM MAY NOT ALARM AT LOW CO LEVELS It is not
designed to measure compliance with the Occupational Safety Health
Administration (OSHA) commercial or industrial standards. Individuals
with medical problems may consider using warning devices, which provide
audible and visual signals for CO concentrations under 30 ppm.
HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY
CAUTION- The SAFE-T-ALERTTM 70 Series combination CO and Gas
Alarm is designed to protect individuals from the acute effects of carbon
monoxide exposure and gas leaks. It will not fully safeguard individuals
with specific medical conditions. If in doubt, consult a medical
practitioner.
To protect your family, you should:
INSTALL THE ALARM PROPERLY. Carefully read and follow
ALL the instructions in this manual. Test your unit every week. Alarms
that do not work will not alert you to hazardous levels of CO or
explosive gas. See the section, Test Procedure, in this manual for
further information.
MAKE REGULAR VISUAL INSPECTIONS. Check all fuel burning
equipment including gas water-heaters, kitchen gas stoves, space heaters,
gas dryers and all pilot lights. Check the color of the pilot flame. The
color should be blue.
MAKE REGULAR VISUAL INSPECTIONS OF THE ENGINE
AND GENERATOR EXHAUST SYSTEMS. Cracked exhaust systems
can allow CO to enter the living area.
PROFESSIONALLY MAINTAIN YOUR ENGINE AND
GENERATOR. Although gas engines and generators produce CO, a
poorly tuned engine and generator will produce greater amounts CO.
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.
WHERE TO INSTALL
Install the 70 Series in the kitchen area near sources of a potential gas
leaks. Some potential sources are a furnace, refrigerator, stove or oven.
If potential sources of a gas leak are in separate areas, MTI
recommends installing a gas alarm in each area.
The NFPA and Consumer Product Safety Commission
recommends installing a CO alarm outside the sleeping area. The
70 Series combination CO and gas alarm complies with that
recommendation.
INSTALL ALARM at least 4inches off the floor but no more than 20
inches off the floor.
WHERE NOT TO INSTALL 70 SERIES ALARMS
DO NOT INSTALL behind furniture, drapes, in closets or areas that
will block air flow to the alarm.
DO NOT INSTALL within 12 inches (30cm) of opening windows,
exterior doors, heating or return vents, or other drafty areas..
DO NOT INSTALL on an outside wall.
DO NOT INSTALL on a wall switch controlled by a power line,
ground fault circuit or to a circuit breaker.
NOTE: Older RVs may have little or no insulation and therefore are
draftier. Carefully consider mounting locations.
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WARNING
ATTENTION: CCI CONTROLS GAS LEAK DETECTOR
REPLACEMENT - DO NOT CONNECT ANY SAFE-TALERT alarm to non Safe-T-Alert supplied solenoids. You must
use the new solenoid included in your Kit.
The following diagrams provide additional alarm installation information:
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Models
70-742 70-742-MS 70-742-R Kit
70-742-R-MS Kit
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WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN A MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF THE ALARM AND MAY
VOID THE WARRANTY.
SHOCK HAZARD: Turn off power before installing.
Power Supply 12 VDC.
Recommended Wire Size 14 GA. TO 18 GA.
Connect the alarm to a properly fused circuit, maximum over
protection device rating 15 amps.
All connections must be in accordance with the National
Electrical Code in the Unites Stated and the Canadian Electric
Code in Canada .
Connect to wiring or circuit that CANNOT be turned off by a
switch or ground fault protector. Only use UL or recognized
permanent wire connectors. It is acceptable to connect the 70
Series CO / LP gas alarm to the main disconnect. The alarm will be
off along with all other 12 volt equipment when the main disconnect
is turned to the off position. The RV must not be occupied when the
main disconnect is in the off position.
Bedroom
Bath
Kitchen
Recommended Alarm Location
Kitchen Area
Bedroom
Living Area
Motorhome
Travel Trailer
Recommended Alarm Location
Figure 1
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