MTI Industries SAFE-T-ALERT 62-541-RV User manual

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV)
Carbon Monoxide Alarm
USER’S MANUAL
Models 62-541-RV & 62-542-RV
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 62RV032015-3
ATTENTION: This user’s manual contains important Carbon
Monoxide (CO) 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: It is recommended that this alarm is replaced after
five years of service. Record the installation / retail sale date in the
Owner’s Replacement Record section of this manual and also record
a replacement date. This unit has an End of Life (EOL) signal that
will sound after 5 years of use.
WHY EVERY RV NEEDS A 62 SERIES CO 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 best security, locate a CO alarm in each sleeping
area. Safe-T-Alert CO alarms are available for secondary installations.
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 62 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.
!
WARNING:
LIMITATIONS OF CO 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 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 carbon
monoxide from reaching the sensor.
THIS ALARM IS INTENDED FOR USE IN RV's. It is
intended for use in inside locations of a 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. 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.
THIS ALARM IS NOT A REPLACEMENT FOR
INSURANCE. Always be sure your RV is fully insured.
Warning: Installation of the device should not be used as a
substitute for proper installation, use, and maintenance of fuel-
burning appliances, including appropriate ventilation and exhaust
systems.

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY
CAUTION - The SAFE-T-ALERTTM 62 series CO Alarm is
designed to protect individuals from the acute effects of carbon
monoxide exposure. 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. 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.
WHERE TO INSTALL
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends
installing a CO alarm outside the sleeping area. The 62
series CO alarm complies with that recommendation.
INSTALL ALARM at any height at least 4 inches off the floor.
WHERE NOT TO INSTALL
DO NOT INSTALL behind furniture, drapes, in closets or
areas that will block CO gas 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.
The following diagrams provide additional alarm installation information:
Bedroom
Bath
Kitchen
Do not install within 12" of
a window that can open
Do not install within
12" of a door
Do not install
within 12" of vents
Do Not install behind
drapes or furniture
Recommended Alarm Location
Kitchen Area
Bedroom
Living Area
Motorhome
Travel Trailer
Recommended Alarm Location
DO NOT INSTALL
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
!
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.
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 62
Series CO 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.
Follow these instructions carefully. Failure to follow these
instructions can damage the unit and void the warranty. Select a wall
location at least 4” off the floor.
62-541: REFER TO “WHERE TO AND WHERE NOT TO
INSTALL”.Install the back plate and drill a ¼” hole for the power
leads. Connect the RED (+) power lead to the fused circuit. Connect
the BLACK lead to Ground (-). Slide the Detector enclosure onto
the mounting plate. Reconnect the power supply.
62-542: REFER TO SECTIONS "WHERE TO INSTALL" AND
"WHERE NOT TO INSTALL". This alarm requires a 1” clearance
to recess the case. Cut a 3.5” W x 2.75” 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.
NOTE: All connections must be in accordance with the National
Electrical Code in the Unites Stated and the Canadian Electric
Code in Canada.
TEST PROCEDURE
!
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING,
TEST THIS ALARM’S OPERATION AFTER THE RV HAS BEEN
IN STORAGE, BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE PER
WEEK DURING USE.
!
WARNING
WARNING: THE TEST BUTTON ONLY TESTS THE
ALARM CIRCUIT NOT THE SENSORS. TO TEST THE CO
SENSOR USE A CAN OF SAFE-T-ALERT CO TEST GAS TO
TEST THE 400 PPM CALABRATION POINT. DO NOT TRY
TO GENERATE CO TO TEST THE ALARM. The TEST/RESET
button tests all ELECTRICAL functions of the alarm. It does not
check the sensor operation.
The alarm may be tested at any time -The TEST/Mute switch is
located on the front of the alarm Press and hold the test button for 1
second. The alarm is working properly if the GREEN indicator light
changes color to RED and the horn beeps 4 times.
IMPORTANT - If this alarm does not test properly return it immediately
for repair or replacement.
OPERATION
Each time the unit is first powered up, the CO sensor requires a ten (10)
minute initial warm-up period to clean the sensor element and achieve
stabilization. The GREEN LED indicator will flash on and off during the 10
minute warm-up period. This unit cannot go into a CO alarm during the
warm-up period. To test your unit during the warm-up period, press the test
button. See Test Procedure in this manual. After the warm-up period, the
GREEN power ON indicator should glow continuously If the ON indicator
light does not light, see the section, Trouble-Shooting Guide, in this
manual for further information. Do not attempt to fix it yourself.
Brownout Protection - The unit can tolerate short power interruptions and
brownouts where the circuit voltage drops as low as 1VDC. If the brownout
lasts too long, the unit will reset and operate as described above.
LOW POWER OPERATION: This alarm will operate normally
down to7 VDC. Do not operate this alarm below 7 VDC.
VISUAL AND AUDIBLE ALARM SIGNALS
This SAFE-T-ALERTTM CO Alarm is designed to be easy-to-operate. The
alarm has an indicator light that displays a specific color for each monitored
condition. There also is a matching sound pattern for alarm conditions.
CO ALARM
The Red CO LED will flash and the alarm will sound 4 “BEEPS” then
silent for 5 Seconds.These signals indicate that the CO level is over 35
ppm. IMMEDIATE ACTION IS REQUIRED. See Procedures To Take
During An Alarm. This cycle will continue until the TEST/Mute button on
the front of alarm is pressed. Ventilate the RV. The RED light will stay ON
until the CO has cleared, or the alarm will reactivate in approximately 6
minutes if the CO is still present. DO NOT RE-ENTER THE RV. This
alarm will return to normal operation after the RV is properly ventilated.
MALFUNCTION/SERVICE SIGNAL If any malfunction is detected, the
Operational/CO LED will alternate Red/Green and the alarm will sound
once every 15 seconds. Press the Test/Mute button. If the Test/Mute button
does not clear the signals, check the battery voltage. If the battery voltage
is not low and the unit will not return to normal operation, immediately
remove the alarm and return for service or warranty replacement. See
the warranty section in this manual.
OPERATION
NORMAL
CO ALARM
ALARM
MALFUNCTION
END OF LIFE
WARM UP CYCLE
(ABOUT 10 MINUTES)
AUDIBLE SIGNAL VISUAL SIGNAL
NONE STEADY GREEN
4 “BEEPS” STEADY RED
5 SECONDS OFF
5
“
“ BEEP EVERY ALTERNATING
30 SECONDS RED/GREEN
B BEEPS EVERY RED RED GREEN GREEN
25-30 SECONDS FLASHING
NO SOUND FLASHING GREEN

MEMORY FEATURE –This alarm has a Peak Level Memory feature
that remembers the approximate amount of CO that activated it. The
memory feature does not record brief exposure to CO that would not
activate the alarm. This alarm will indicate one of four levels with
chirps and blinks with the CO LED: To activate alarm level memory,
press the TEST/RESET button for less than 1 second.
1 Chirp and 1 Green Blink = CO memory is clear
2 Chirps and 2 Red = below 100 ppm
3 Chirps and 3 Red Blinks = below 200 ppm
4 Chirps and 4 Red Blinks = above 200 ppm
TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE
Use this chart to trouble-shoot problems with this 62 series alarm.
PROBLEM CAUSE/SOLUTION
Green Operational LED Off 1.Bad Wire Connection
2. Reversed Wiring
3. Main Power Off
4. Missing or Blown Fuse
5. Contact Customer Service
No Sound When Testing Contact Customer Service
No Red LED When Testing Contact Customer Service
Locked In Alarm Contact Customer Service
MALFUNCTION ALARM LED 1. Check Battery Voltage
Red/Green & Beeps
Every 15 Seconds
Battery Voltage is Good and it 2. Contact Customer Service
Will Not Reset To Normal operation
END OF LIFE ALARM Push reset button to reset for
3 days –Replace within 30 days.
Customer Service 800-383-0269 www.safetalert.com
HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR ALARM
This CO Alarm is designed to be as maintenance free as possible.
To keep your alarm in good working order, you must:
TEST THE ALARM WEEKLY. See the section, Test
Procedure, in this manual for further information.
VACUUM THE DUST OFF THE ALARM COVER. At
least once a month (more frequently in dusty locations), use the
soft brush attachment of your vacuum to clean the alarm cover.
CLEAN THE ALARM COVER WHEN DIRTY. Wash the
alarm cover by hand. Use a cloth dampened in clean water. Dry
with a soft cloth.
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.
OBSERVE THE COLOR OF THE INDICATOR LIGHT.
At frequent intervals and during your weekly test, check the
indicator light on the on the front panel of the alarm.
See the section, Operation, in this manual for further
information.
PROCEDURES TO TAKE DURING AN CO ALARM
Follow the alarm procedures for your country. The emergency number
depends on your travel location.
PROCEDURES TO TAKE
DURING A CO ALARM IN THE USA
!
WARNING: Actuation of this device indicates the
presence of carbon monoxide (CO) gas, which can KILL
YOU. If signal sounds (4 beeps and flashing or solid red
light): 1) Operate the Test/Mute button; 2) Call your
emergency local service (Phone Number _____________ )
(fire department or 911); 3) Immediately move to fresh air
- outdoors or by an open door/window. Check that all
persons are accounted for. Do not reenter the premises or
move away from the open door / window until the
emergency responders have arrived, the premises have
been aired out and your alarm remains in its normal
operation. 4) After following steps 1-3, if your alarm
reactivates within a 24-hour period, repeat steps 1-3 and
call a qualified appliance technician. (Phone Number
_______________) to investigate for sources of CO from
fuel burning equipment and appliances, and inspect for
proper operation of this equipment. If problems are
identified during this inspection have the equipment
serviced immediately. Note any combustion equipment not
inspected by the technician and consult the manufacturers’
instructions, or contact the manufacturer directly, for more
information about CO safety and this equipment. Make
sure that the motor vehicles are not, and have not been,
operating in an attached garage or adjacent to the
residence.
PROCEDURES TO TAKE
DURING A CO ALARM IN CANADA
!
WARNING: Actuation of this device indicates the
presence of carbon monoxide (CO) gases which can KILL
YOU. If signal sounds (4 beeps and flashing or solid red
light: 1) Operate the Test/Mute. Immediately move to fresh
air - outdoors or by an open door/window. Check that all
persons are accounted for. Do not reenter the premises or
move away from the open door/window until the emergency
responders have arrived, the premises have been aired out,
and your alarm remains in its normal condition; 2) call your
emergency local service (telephone number _________) (
Fire department or 911).

End of Life Signal –The Sensor has a 5 Year Service Life
All 62 Series 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.
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL 62-541 & 62-542
POWER SUPPLY 12 VDC
NOMINAL CURRENT DRAW 37 mA
OPERATIONAL TEMPERATURE -40o F to +150oF -40oC to +66oC
RELATIVE HUMIDITY 15% (+/- 5%) to 95% (+/- 4%)
AUDIBLE OUTPUT 85 dB @ 10 feet
CO ALARM TRIGGER <15 Minutes @ 400 ppm
CASE MATERIAL ABS
CASE DIMENSIONS 62-541 3.5”W x 2.5”H x 1.25”D
Mounting Bracket .25"D
62-542 4.5”W x 3.25”H x 1.25”D
WARRANTY 1 Year Limited
TESTING LABORATORY ETL –Intertek
STANDARDS UL 2034 Third Edition,
OWNERS REPLACEMENT RECORD
Replace this SAFE-T-ALERTTM 62 SERIES CO alarm 5 years after
date of installation. For new RV’s enter the month and year the RV
was manufactured. If you are not sure, enter the month and year you
purchased the RV or enter May and the model year of the RV
(example May 2015), whichever is the earlier date.
Installation Date: ____________________________
(Example: March 2015)
Replace by Date _______________ ________________
(5 years after Installation date –example: March 2020)
If you don’t know the installation date, replace the alarm
no later than 5 years after the production date on the back
of the alarm.
Two self-adhesive labels are included with this Alarm. Add the
phone numbers of your emergency service provider and qualified
technician in the space provided. Record your replace by date on
this label. Place one label near the alarm and one label near a fresh
air source where you plan to gather if the alarm sounds.
LIMITED PRODUCTS WARRANTY
MTI INDUSTRIES, INC. warrants to the original retail purchaser that its
products will be free from defects of material or workmanship for a period
of One (1) year from the date of retail purchase. If proven to have been
defective in original materials or workmanship and returned, delivery costs
prepaid, MTI INDUSTRIES, INC. will replace this product free of charge.
LIMITS OF WARRANTY
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 shall be limited to the warranty period from
the original date of retail 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, which may vary, from state to state.
PRODUCT NOT WARRANTED
NOTE- There are no user serviceable parts inside the case. Opening any
SAFE-T-ALERTTM product for any reason voids the warranty. This
warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from acts of God, abuse,
misuse, neglect, or faulty installation.
WARRANTY RETURN PROCEDURES
It is MTI’s experience that a CO Alarm is sounding for a reason. Call, ask
your dealer to call, or e-mail our Customer Service Department (as listed
below) to trouble shoot the situation.
Customer Service Phone No. - 800-383-0269
Fax No. 847-546-9007
E-mail [e-mail]
Web Site: www.mtiindustries.com
If Customer Service determines that the unit is defective, a Return
Authorization (RA) number will be issued. No product will be accepted
for service or replacement without first obtaining a RA number.
If authorized, return this product to:
MTI Industries, Inc.
Warranty Dept. RA # (INSERT RA NUMBER HERE)
31632 N. Ellis Drive Unit 301
Volo, IL 60073
NOTE: Mark the RA number in the area shown on the outside
of the box!
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