System Sensor 7251 User Manual

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

3825 Ohio Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174

7251 Intelligent Laser Smoke Sensor

SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Voltage Range: 15 to 32 VDC
Standby Current: 330µA @ 24 VDC (one communication every 5 sec. with LED blink enabled)
Max. Alarm Current (LED on:) 6.5 mA @ 24 VDC
Operating Humidity Range: 10% to 93% Relative Humidity, noncondensing
Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 38°C (32°F to 100°F); U.S.
–10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F); Europe (this range not evaluated by UL)
Height: 1.7 inches (43 mm) installed in B210LP Base
Diameter: 6.1 inches (155 mm) installed in B210LP Base

4.1 inches (104 mm) installed in B501 Base
Weight: 5.0 oz. (142 g)
Additional Bases Available: All 200/500 Series bases are compatible.

BEFORE INSTALLING

This sensor must be installed in compliance with the control panel system
installation manual. The installation must meet the requirements of the Au­thority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Sensors offer maximum performance when
installed in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA);
see NFPA 72.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Model 7251 is a plug-in type smoke sensor that uses a laser based sensing
chamber. The sensor uses analog-addressable communications to transmit
smoke density and other information to the control panel. Rotary-decade
switches are provided for setting the sensor’s address. Two LEDs on the sensor
are controlled by the panel to indicate sensor status. An output is provided for
connection to an optional remote LED annunciator (P/N RA400Z/RA100Z).

This detector requires compatible addressable communications to function
properly. Connect this sensor to listed-compatible control panels only.

SPACING

System Sensor recommends spacing sensors in compliance with NFPA 72. In
low air flow applications with smooth ceilings, space sensors 30 feet apart.
For specific information regarding sensor spacing, placement, and special ap­plications, refer to NFPA 72 or the System Smoke Detector Application Guide,
available from System Sensor.

WIRING INSTRUCTIONS

All wiring must be installed in compliance with the National Electrical Code,
applicable local codes, and any special requirements of the Authority Having
Jurisdiction. Proper wire gauges should be used. The installation wires should
be color-coded to limit wiring mistakes and ease system troubleshooting. Im­proper connections will prevent a system from responding properly in the
event of a fire.

Remove power from the communication line before installing sensors.

All wiring must conform to applicable local codes, ordinances, and regula­tions.

1. Wire the sensor base (supplied separately) per the wiring diagram, see
Figure 1.

2. Set the desired address on the sensor address switches, see Figure 2.

3. Install the sensor into the sensor base. Push the sensor into the base while
turning it clockwise to secure it in place.

4. After all sensors have been installed, apply power to the control unit and
activate the communication line.

5. Test the sensor(s) as described in the TESTING section of this manual.

Dust covers provide limited protection against airborne dust particles during
shipping. Dust covers must be removed before the sensors can sense smoke.
Remove sensors prior to heavy remodeling or construction.

TESTING

Before testing, notify the proper authorities that the system is undergoing
maintenance, and will temporarily be out of service. Disable the system to
prevent unwanted alarms.

All sensors must be tested after installation and periodically thereafter. Test­ing methods must satisfy the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Sensors
offer maximum performance when tested and maintained in compliance with
NFPA 72.

The sensor can be tested in the following ways:

A. Functional: Magnet Test (P/N M02-04-01 or M02-09-00)
This sensor can be functionally tested with a test magnet. The

test magnet electronically simulates smoke in the sensing cham­ber, testing the sensor electronics and connections to the control
panel.

1. Hold the test magnet in the magnet test area as shown in Figure 3.

2. The sensor should alarm the panel.

Two LEDs on the sensor are controlled by the panel to indicate sen-

sor status. Coded signals, transmitted from the panel, can cause the
LEDs to blink, latch on, or latch off. Refer to the control panel tech­nical documentation for sensor LED status operation and expected
delay to alarm.

B. Smoke Entry: Aerosol Generator (Gemini 501)
The GEMINI model 501 aerosol generator can be used for smoke

entry testing. Set the generator to represent 4%/ft. to 5%/ft. ob­struction as described in the GEMINI 501 manual. Using the bowl
shaped applicator, apply aerosol until the panel alarms.

A sensor that fails any of these tests should be cleaned as described under
CLEANING, and retested. If the sensor fials after cleaning, it must be replaced
and returned for repair.

When testing is complete, restore the system to normal operation and notify
the proper authorities that the system is back in operation.

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CAUTION: DO NOT LOOP WIRE

REMOTE

FIGURE 1. WIRING DIAGRAM:

CAUTION

CAUTION

Do not loop wire under terminal 1 or 2. Break wire run to pro­vide supervision of connection.

ANNUNCIATOR

+-

UNDER TERMINAL 1 OR 2.
BREAK WIRE RUN TO PROVIDE
SUPERVISION OF CONNECTIONS.

(+)

2

1

3

UL Listed Compatible

Control Panel

(–)

CONTROL PANEL

(–)

UL LISTED COMPATIBLE

(+)

CLEANING

It is recommended that the detector be removed from its mounting base to
facilitate cleaning. The detector is cleaned as follows:

NOTE: Before removing the detector, notify the proper authorities that the
smoke detector system is undergoing maintenance and will be temporarily
out of service. Disable the zone or system undergoing maintenance to prevent
unwanted alarms.

1. Remove the detector cover by prying away the four side tabs with a
small-bladed screwdriver, and then pulling the cover from the base.

2. Vacuum the screen carefully without removing it. If further cleaning is
required continue with Step 3, otherwise skip to Step 7.

3. Remove the screen/chamber cover assembly by pulling it straight out
(see Figure 4).

4. Clean the chamber by vacuuming or blowing out dust and particles.

5. Replace the sensing chamber cover, aligning the arrow on the top with
arrow on the printed circuit board.

6. To replace the screen, place it over the chamber assembly, turning it until
it snaps into place.

7. Replace the cover using the LEDs to align the cover and then gently
pushing it until it locks into place.

8. Reinstall the detector.

9. Test the detector as described in TESTING.

10. Reconnect disabled circuits.

11. Notify the proper authorities that the system is back on line.

CLASS A OPTIONAL WIRING

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1

3

LASER SAFETY INFORMATION

This smoke detector does not produce any hazardous laser radiation and is
certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the
Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968.

Any radiation emitted inside the smoke detector is completely within the pro­tective housings and external covers. The laser beam cannot escape from the
detector during any phase of operation.

The Center of Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and
Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2,

1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured after August 1,

1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States.

Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those
specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING SMOKE DETECTOR GUARDS

Smoke detectors are not to be used with detector guards unless the combina­tion has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.

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1

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FIGURE 2. ROTARY DECADE ADDRESS SWITCHES:

TENS ONES

8

7

8

7

SURFACE

SENSOR COVER

COVER REMOVAL TABS

SCREEN ASSEMBLY

SENSING

CHAMBER

FIGURE 4. SENSOR ASSEMBLY :

6

9

5

4

3

2

1

0

FIGURE 3. TEST MAGNET POSITION:

4

3

5

2

6

1

9

0

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C0170-00

PAINTED

SURFACE

TEST

MAGNET

PAINTED

MAGNET TEST

MARKER

TEST

MAGNET

LED STATUS
INDICATORS

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A

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Please refer to insert for the Limitations of Fire Alarm Systems

THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

System Sensor warrants its enclosed smoke detector to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of three years from date
of manufacture. System Sensor makes no other express warranty for this smoke detec
tor. No agent, representative, dealer, or employee of the Company has the authority to
increase or alter the obligations or limitations of this Warranty. The Company’s obligation
of this Warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any part of the smoke
detector which is found to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use
and service during the three year period commencing with the date of manufacture.
After phoning System Sensor’s toll free number 800-SENSOR2 (736-7672) for a Return
Authorization number, send defective units postage prepaid to: System Sensor, Repair

FCC STATEMENT

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.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Department, RA #__________, 3825 Ohio Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174. Please include a
note describing the malfunction and suspected cause of failure. The Company shall not
be obligated to repair or replace units which are found to be defective because of damage,

­unreasonable use, modifications, or alterations occurring after the date of manufacture.
In no case shall the Company be liable for any consequential or incidental damages for
breach of this or any other Warranty, expressed or implied whatsoever, even if the loss
or damage is caused by the Company’s negligence or fault. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.