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Applied fire CFS10 User Manual

Applied fire CFS10
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Assembled in the USA
Combination Sensor
Photoelectric Smoke Sensing
Rate of Rise Temperature Sensing
Fixed Temperature Sensing
Proprietary Wireless Connectivity
Compatible with the Comm Link and
OmniShield App
Owner’s Manual
Model CFS10
Smoke Sensor
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Applied fire CFS10 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandApplied fire
ModelCFS10
CategoryAccessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About Your New Dual Detector Smoke Sensor

What Makes the CFS10 Smoke Sensor Different?

Highlights unique features of the CFS10 Smoke Sensor, including status icons, temperature sensing, and communication.

Contents of Your Kit

Key Features

Lists the main technological and functional aspects of the CFS10 Smoke Sensor.

Recommended Locations for Your Smoke Sensor

Bedrooms

Explains why bedrooms are critical locations for smoke alarms due to nighttime fire threats.

Hallways

Discusses hallway placement for detecting fires originating elsewhere in the home.

Basements

Mandates placement on every level, including basements near stairways.

Living Rooms

Suggests living room placement for enhanced safety.

Recreation and Dining Rooms

Recommends placement in other living spaces for additional fire protection.

Areas Not Appropriate for Smoke Sensors

Kitchens

Advises against kitchen installation due to steam and cooking by-products causing nuisance alarms.

Garages

Prohibits garage installation due to exhaust gases triggering sensors.

Attics

Warns against attics due to dust, insects, high temps, and limits temp to 100°F.

Utility and Furnace Rooms

Discourages placement near steam and gas equipment that can trigger alarms.

National Fire Protection Association Standards

Required Detection

Details NFPA 72 requirements for smoke alarm installation in sleeping rooms, hallways, and levels.

Are More Smoke Detectors Desirable?

Recommends additional detectors for areas not covered by minimum requirements for better protection.

Complete Home Protection

Acceptable Radio Network Smoke Sensor Spacing

Explains the radio frequency, range, and repeating function for wireless sensor network spacing.

Sensor Features and Functions

Power Indicator Light (Green)

Describes the green LED behavior for battery-only and AC-powered models.

Warning Light (Yellow)

Explains the yellow flashing light indicating the need to clean the smoke chamber.

Warning Light (Red)

Details red flashing lights for low battery and end-of-life conditions, and remote CO alarm activation.

Wireless Networking Light (Blue)

Describes the blue LED indicating the network status for adding sensors.

Fire Warning Light (Red)

Explains the red flashing or solid light indicating smoke/heat detection or remote triggering.

Sensor Operation and Testing

Testing the Smoke Sensor

Details the weekly testing procedure for the smoke sensor to ensure proper operation.

Silencing Nuisance Alarms

Explains how to silence nuisance alarms caused by cooking smoke or steam.

Deactivating the CFS10 Smoke Sensor

End-of-Life Signal

Describes the double flashing red light indicating the sensor has reached its End-of-Life.

Deactivation Procedure

Outlines the steps to deactivate the sensor using a pin and slide switch for disposal.

Creating Your Wireless Network

Activating First Sensor

Explains how to activate the first smoke sensor to initiate the private home network.

Adding Additional Sensors

Details how to add subsequent sensors to the wireless network, including network limits.

Adding a Sensor to Your Wireless Network

Network Entry Steps

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to add a sensor to an existing wireless network.

Adding a New Sensor

Describes activating a new sensor and integrating it into the wireless network.

Removing a Sensor from a Wireless Network

Erasing Network Data

Details the process of erasing a sensor's network data to remove it from the system.

Choosing the Mounting Location in a Room

BEST Mounting Location

Recommends centering the sensor on the ceiling, avoiding vents and fans.

Acceptable Mounting Locations

Covers acceptable ceiling, wall, and peaked/sloped ceiling placements with dimensions.

Unacceptable Mounting Locations

Warns against mounting between joists or rafters and advises on exposed joist faces.

How to Mount the Battery Powered Smoke Sensor

Marking Mounting Holes

Explains how to mark the ceiling/wall for bracket installation using a pencil.

Mounting the Bracket

Details securing the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall with screws.

Locking the Sensor into Place

Describes how to attach and lock the smoke sensor onto the mounted bracket.

How to Wire and Mount the AC Powered Sensor

Connecting the Wire Harness

Details connecting the wire harness to the electrical box for AC powered sensors.

Mounting Bracket with Wire Harness

Explains aligning and attaching the mounting bracket, passing the wire harness through.

Final Sensor Attachment

Covers plugging the wire harness into the sensor and twisting it into place.

Cleaning Your Smoke Sensor

Sensor Removal and Cleaning

Guides on removing the sensor, disconnecting the harness, and vacuuming/wiping surfaces.

Smoke Chamber Cleaning

Details removing the smoke chamber, cleaning with compressed air, and re-installing it.

Post-Cleaning Verification

Instructs on re-installing the sensor and testing it to ensure functionality after cleaning.

Smoke Sensor Specifications

Operating Parameters

Lists operating voltage, current, battery type, sensitivity, and environmental conditions.

Physical Specifications

Provides dimensions, weight, and heat sensing specifications.

Listings and Compliance

Mentions UL, CUL, CSFM listings and FCC/IC compliance statements.

Important Fire/Emergency Safety Information

Plan Your Escape

Advises on creating a home fire escape plan with multiple exits and a meeting place.

Be Prepared

Covers familiarizing household with alarms, memorizing numbers, and securing exits.

Practice!

Recommends holding home fire drills at least twice a year.

Get Out and Stay Out

Emphasizes not re-entering a burning building and making drills realistic.

Apartment Building Safety

Provides safety advice for apartment dwellers, including evacuation plans and stair use.

Escape Tips

Offers tips for escaping through smoke, checking doors, and moving low to the ground.

Warning! Limitations of Smoke Sensors

General Limitations

States sensors aren't total protection, require power, and may have communication issues.

Audibility Limitations

Warns that alarms may not awaken deep sleepers, children, or impaired individuals.

Activation and Early Warning

Explains sensors only activate with sufficient smoke and may not warn early for certain fires.

Situational Ineffectiveness

Lists situations where sensors may not be effective, like rapid fires or obstructed smoke.

Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage

Details the 24-month warranty against defects and the repair/replacement process.

Warranty Exclusions

Lists conditions that void the warranty, such as abuse, misuse, or faulty installation.

Implied Warranties and Damages

Addresses limitations on implied warranties and liability for incidental/consequential damages.

Warranty Service Procedure

Explains how to obtain warranty service, including shipping requirements and contact info.

Lifetime Product Replacement Guarantee

Discounted Replacement Program

Describes a discounted repair/replacement program after the initial limited warranty expires.

Lifetime Fire Replacement Guarantee

Offers free replacement for sensors materially damaged or destroyed by an accidental fire.