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use a can of clean, dry compressed air (such as TECHSPRAY  
ENVI-RO-TECH Duster) which is available at office and alarm  
supply stores. Shorten the plastic tube that comes with the  
compressed air to about 2 in. (5 cm). Place the tube or needle  
valve through the Chambermaid valve in the bottom of the  
detector (refer to Figure 2.2 on page 7).  
NOTE! Do not paint the detectors. Paint or other foreign  
matter covering the detector can prevent smoke  
detection.  
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General Information  
This document covers mounting, wiring, power requirements,  
testing, and maintenance for the F220-B6, F220-B6C, F220-B6E,  
and F220-B6R Detector Bases and the F220 Series Heat and  
Photoelectric Smoke Detectors. Install them according to  
NFPA 72.  
NOTE! For proper system installation, read and  
understand NFPA-72 before installation.  
For installation guidelines, refer to Installation Considerations  
for Smoke and Fire Detectors (P/N: 26715).  
2.1  
F220-B6 Series Detector Bases  
2.1.1  
Compatible Control Panels  
Two-wire:  
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written, oral, or implied that the F220 Series Detectors  
work with any two-wire control panels except those  
specified in the Base Compatibility chart in Technical  
Service Note (P/N: 4998148185).  
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Four-wire: Compatible with all UL Listed four-wire control  
panels. Refer to the control panel manufacturer’s installation  
instructions for proper end-of-line (EOL) resistor selection.  
2.1.2  
Base Comparisons  
The F220-B6 is a two-wire base, while the F220-B6C, F220-B6E,  
and F220-B6R are four-wire bases. All three of the four-wire  
bases have a Form A alarm relay. In addition to the alarm relay,  
the:  
F220-B6C has a Form C auxiliary alarm relay  
F220-B6E has a power supervision (EOL) relay  
NOTE! Use the F220-B6RS when a built-in sounder is  
needed. The F220-B6RS also has a Form A alarm relay.  
Refer to the F220 Series Detectors with the F220-B6RS  
Installation Manual (P/N: F01U029847).  
For addressable systems, use the F220-B6PM  
Addressable POPIT Master Base or F220-B6PS  
Addressable POPIT Base. Refer to the F220-B6PS/M  
Installation Manual (P/N: 4998149982).  
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2.1.3  
Base Features  
12  
11  
9
10  
11  
13  
7
12  
6
8
12  
3
4
2
5
1
11  
11  
12  
1. Terminal 1  
2. Terminal 2  
3. Terminal 3  
4. Terminal 4  
5. Terminal 5  
8. Remote Terminal (c)  
9. Tamper Tab (Locking Bar)  
10. Tamper Tab (Locking Bar  
Mount)  
11. Alignment Key (4 places)  
6. Resettable Auxiliary Power 12. Snap Lock (4 places)  
Positive (+) In and Out  
Terminals (b1 and b2)  
7. Resettable Auxiliary Power  
Negative (-) In and Out  
Terminal (a1/a2)  
13. Earth Shield Terminal  
(optional)  
Fig. 2.1 Base Features  
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2.2  
F220 Series Detectors  
2.2.1  
About F220 Series Detector Heads  
The F220 Series Detector Heads listed inTable 2.1 each require  
an F220-B6 Series Base.  
WARNING! The F220-PTHC detects carbon monoxide  
(CO) as a component of a fire. Do not use the F220-PTHC  
as a stand-alone CO detector.  
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Electronic heat detector 135°F (57°C), fixed  
F220-135  
temperature and rate-of-rise  
Electronic heat detector 135°F (57°C), fixed  
F220-135F  
temperature only  
Electronic heat detector 190°F (88°C), fixed  
F220-190F  
temperature only  
F220-P  
Photoelectric smoke detector  
Photoelectric smoke detector with integral 135°F  
F220-PTH  
(57°C) heat sensor  
Photoelectric smoke detector with integral 135°F  
F220-PTHC (57°C) heat sensor and CO enhanced smoke  
detection  
Table 2.1 F220 Series Detector Heads  
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2.2.2  
F220 Series Detector Features  
1
5
2
6
4
3
1. Front of detector  
2. Light-emitting diode (LED) 5. Back of detector  
3. Thermistor 6. Chambermaid location  
(heat detectors only)  
4. Unlocking port  
Fig. 2.2 Detector Features  
2.2.3  
F220 Series Heat Detector Heads  
The F220 Heat Detector Heads can be identified by color coding  
(refer to Table 2.2).  
F220-135  
No circle around the thermistor  
F220-135F A gray circle around the thermistor  
F220-190F A black circle around the thermistor  
Table 2.2 Distinguishing Heat Detectors  
WARNING! The F220-135, F220-135F and F220-190F are  
not life safety devices. Use them with F220-B6 Series  
bases to provide general property protection.  
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2.2.4  
F220 Series Smoke Detector Heads  
The F220 Series Smoke Detector Heads are UL Listed, open-  
area photoelectric smoke detectors that work with commercial  
fire protective signaling systems and household fire warning  
systems. Select the appropriate mounting base to configure the  
detectors for two-wire or four-wire versions (refer to  
Section 2.1.2 Base Comparisons on page 4).  
To verify power to the detector and a functioning smoke  
sampling circuitry, a dual color LED indicator flashes green  
every eight seconds when operating normally. It flashes once  
every four seconds when a trouble condition exists. If the  
detector determines an alarm condition exists, the LED  
changes from flashing green to steady red. The detector returns  
to normal when power is interrupted and the alarm condition  
clears.  
Throughout its normal life cycle, the smoke detector monitors  
and periodically adjusts itself to keep the sensitivity at its  
factory calibrated level. When excessively dirty, the detector’s  
LED flash rate changes from an eight second flash rate to a four  
second rate. If CleanMe is selected, the detector sends a  
CleanMe signal to the compatible control panel to indicate a  
dirty smoke detector.  
Refer to Section 4.3 Set CleanMe Feature on page 22.  
2.3  
Technical Specifications  
2.3.1  
General Specifications  
Air Velocity  
Operating  
4000 ft/min (1200 m/min) maximum  
+32°F to 100°F (0°C to 38°C)  
Temperature  
Relative  
0% to 95% (non-condensing)  
Humidity  
Table 2.3 Specifications - Detectors and Bases  
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2.3.2  
Base Specifications  
Alarm Current (only base current, detector current excluded)  
F220-B6:  
Two-wire base; no base current  
31 mA at 12 VDC  
F220-B6C:  
35 mA at 24 VDC  
40 mA maximum at 30 VDC  
25 mA at 12 VDC  
F220-B6E:  
F220-B6R:  
30 mA at 24 VDC  
34 mA maximum at 30 VDC  
13.5 mA at 12 VDC  
16.5 mA at 24 VDC  
19 mA maximum at 30 VDC  
Standby Current  
F220-B6/C/R:  
F220-B6E:  
No current draw in standby  
16 mA maximum at 30 VDC  
Voltage  
F220-B6 (two-wire):  
8.5 VDC to 32.0 VDC  
F220-B6C/E/R (four-wire): 10.0 VDC to 30.0 VDC  
Table 2.4 F220-B6 Series Base Specifications  
2.3.3  
Detector Specifications  
Current  
Alarm:  
20 mA minimum at 8.5 VDC  
35 mA maximum at 32 VDC  
0.12 mA maximum  
Standby:  
Startup:  
0.12 mA maximum  
Powerup Time  
Rate of Rise  
F220-135:  
22 second maximum  
15°F/min (9°C/min) or greater  
Voltage  
Operating:  
8.5 VDC to 32.0 VDC  
RMS Ripple: 25% of DC input  
Table 2.5 F220 Series Detector Heads Specifications  
2.4  
Electrical Supervision  
When the F220-B6 Series Bases are wired according to the  
instructions in this document, the control panel initiates a  
trouble signal when a detector is removed from its base,  
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providing tamper protection. An EOL power supervision  
module, such as a D275 or an F220-B6E Power Supervision  
Base and an EOL resistor as specified by the control panel  
manufacturer, supervises power.  
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3.1  
Mount the Bases  
With the exception of the F220-B6E base, all four-wire bases  
can be used in any combination within a loop. One F220-B6E  
Power Supervision Base can be used as the last base on a loop  
in four-wire systems to provide power supervision.  
NOTE! Follow NFPA 72 guidelines for mounting locations.  
For commercial and industrial installations, 30 ft (9 m)  
spacing between smoke detectors is recommended.  
1. Release the mounting skirt from the mounting base. Use a  
screwdriver at the location of the snap locks (refer to  
Figure 2.1, item 12, page 5) to release the mounting skirt.  
2. Run all system wiring (refer to Section 3.2 Wire the Bases).  
3. Mount the base using the two oblong mounting holes. Fits  
4 in. square, octagon, AB, and single-gang back boxes.  
NOTE! Depending on local regulations, you can surface  
mount the bases using anchors, mollies, or wing nuts, or  
you can mount directly on back boxes.  
NOTE! The electrical box must be large enough to  
accommodate the number and size of conductors  
specified by the National Electrical Code or any local  
authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ).  
4. Tighten the base to the mounting surface. Tighten until  
snug, but not distorted.  
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3.2  
Wire the Bases  
CAUTION! When wiring bases, all terminal screws  
including those not wired must be tightened to prevent  
loose screw heads from making intermitent electrical  
contact with the detector head.  
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3.2.1  
Terminal Connections  
WARNING! Do not twist or loop the wires around the  
terminals. In and out wires for terminal connection must  
be cut, stripped, and inserted as individual ends.  
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NOTE! Bring the positive (+) wires in on terminal b2 and  
out from terminal b1. Use a consistent pattern, inputting  
on b2 and outputting from b1. The negative (-) wires  
input and output from the same terminal (a1/a2).  
3.2.2  
EOL Resistors  
Use the EOL resistors supplied or specified by the control panel  
manufacturer. This applies to all loop terminations including the  
D275 Module and the F220-B6E Power Supervision Base.  
3.2.3  
Loop Wiring Specifications  
In a two-wire system, the maximum loop length depends on the  
number of F220-B6 bases on the loop, the wire size, and the  
control panel specifications. Refer to the control panel's  
installation instructions for specific wiring information.  
In a four-wire system, the maximum loop length and number of  
bases that can be placed on a loop depend on the voltage drop  
on the power circuit. Use standard voltage drop calculations to  
ensure that the last detector on the loop meets the minimum  
voltage requirement of at least 10 V.  
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3.2.4  
Four-wire Loop Termination  
One D275 End-of-Line Module (refer to Figure 3.6 on page 17)  
or F220-B6E Power Supervision Base (refer to Figure 3.4 on  
page 15) is required for each loop when using four-wire bases.  
3.3  
Wire Optional Remote Annunciators  
If using the optional DRA-5 Remote Alarm Indicator, connect the  
positive (red) wire to terminal b1 and the negative wire (white)  
to terminal c (refer to Figure 3.1).  
1
DRA-5  
b2 b1  
a1/a2 c  
2
3
4
2
5
1
1. Red wire to Terminal b1 2. White wire to Terminal c  
on base on base  
Fig. 3.1 Optional DRA-5 Remote Annunciator Wiring  
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3.4  
Wire F220-B6 Two-wire Bases  
The F220-B6 is a 12 VDC or 24 VDC base for two-wire  
conventional loops. Refer to Figure 3.2 for wiring details.  
-
-
1
1
+
+
2
F220-B6  
b2  
b1  
a1/a2 c  
3
4
2
5
1
1. Initiating device circuit  
(IDC) input (positive [+] in  
on terminal b2, out from  
terminal b1; negative [-] in  
and out from terminal  
2. Place the EOL resistor  
across base’s power  
terminals (b2 and a1/a2)  
of the last base on the  
loop. Refer to the control  
panel installation  
a1/a2) from the control  
panel or from a previous  
two-wire base and output  
to the next two-wire base.  
instructions for resistor  
specifications.  
Fig. 3.2 Wiring F220-B6 Two-wire Bases  
3.5  
Wire F220-B6C/E/R Four-wire Bases  
CAUTION! Do not connect relays to inductive or  
capacitive loads. Use with resistive loads only.  
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3.5.1  
F220-B6C:  
The F220-B6C base has a normally open alarm loop relay and  
auxiliary Form C (NC/C/NO) contacts. The contacts are rated  
for 0.5 A at 120 VAC/DC for resistive loads. Refer to Figure 3.3  
for wiring details.  
_
1
1
+
b2 b1  
F220-B6C  
4
a1/a2 c  
NO  
C
3
4
C
NO  
NC  
5
3
2
1
+
+
_
2
2
_
1. Power input (positive [+]  
in on terminal b2, out from  
terminal b1; negative [-] in  
and out from terminal  
from terminal 4) from the  
control panel or from a  
previous four-wire base  
and output to the next  
four-wire base or to loop  
termination (refer to  
a1/a2) from the control  
panel or from a previous  
four-wire base and output  
to the next four-wire base.  
2. Initiating device circuit  
Figure 3.4 on page 15  
[F220-B6E] or Figure 3.6  
on page 17 [D275]).  
(IDC) input (positive [+] 3. Alarm Loop Relay  
inand out from terminal 5 4. Auxiliary Form C Alarm  
and negative [-] in and out  
Relay  
Fig. 3.3 Wiring F220-B6C Four-wire Bases  
3.5.2  
F220-B6E:  
The F220-B6E Power Supervision Base has a normally-open  
alarm loop relay that activates when the unit is in alarm and a  
power supervision relay that activates when power is supplied.  
Separate power supervision devices, such as the D275, are  
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unnecessary. Use only one F220-B6E per zone run. It must be  
the last base on the run. Refer to Figure 3.4 for wiring details.  
_
1
+
4
b1  
b2  
5
a1/a2 c  
F220-B6E*  
C
4
NO  
3
C
2
5
NO  
1
6
3
+
2
_
1. Power input (positive [+]  
in on terminal b2; negative 3. Jumper connecting  
[-] in on terminal a1/a2) terminals 2 and 3.  
from the control panel or 4. Place an appropriate EOL  
previous four-wire base.  
from a previous four-wire  
base.  
resistor (refer to the  
control panel’s installation  
instructions for resistor  
specifications) across  
Terminals 1 and 4.  
2. Initiating device circuit  
(IDC) input (positive [+] to  
terminal 2 and negative [-]  
to terminal 1) from the  
control panel or from a  
5. Power Supervision Relay  
6. Alarm Loop Relay  
Fig. 3.4 Wiring F220-B6E Four-wire Power Supervision Bases  
* F220-B6E Bases can only be used at the end of a loop.  
The alarm loop relay (Form A, Terminals 1 and 2) and the power  
supervision relay (Terminal 3 and 4) are rated for 0.5 A at  
120 VAC/DC for resistive loads.  
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3.5.3  
F220-B6R:  
The F220-B6R is the standard base for four-wire configurations.  
The Alarm Loop Relay (Terminals 1 and 2) is a normally-open  
relay rated for 0.5 A at 120 VAC/DC. The relay closes on alarm.  
Refer to Figure 3.5 for wiring details.  
_
_
1
1
+
+
b2 b1  
F220-B6R  
a1/a2 c  
C
NO  
3
4
3
2
5
1
+
+
_
2
2
_
.
1. Resettable auxiliary power  
input (positive [+] in on  
terminal b2, out from ter-  
minal b1; negative [-] in  
and out from terminal  
and negative [-] in and out  
from terminal 1) from the  
control panel or from a  
previous four-wire base  
and output to the next  
four-wire base or to loop  
termination (refer to  
a1/a2) from the control  
panel or from a previous  
four-wire base and output  
to the next four-wire base.  
2. Initiating device circuit  
Figure 3.4 on page 15  
[F220-B6E] or Figure 3.6  
on page 17 [D275]).  
(IDC) input (positive [+] in 3. Alarm Loop Relay  
and out from terminal 2  
Fig. 3.5 Wiring F220-B6R Standard Four-wire Bases  
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3.6  
Wire Power Supervision Modules  
3.6.1  
Wire F220-B6E Power Supervision Base  
Refer to Section 3.5.2 F220-B6E: for F220-B6E wiring  
instructions.  
3.6.2  
Wire D275 Power Supervision Module  
When a D275 Module (refer to Figure 3.6) is used with 12 VDC  
systems, connect the red wire to the output terminal (b1) on  
the last base in the run. The yellow wire remains unconnected.  
For 24 VDC systems, connect the yellow wire to the output  
terminal (b1). The red wire remains unconnected.  
1
2
2
D275  
3
7
+12 VDC  
4
+24 VDC  
5
Common (-)  
6
1. EOL resistor (refer to the  
control panel’s  
base on the loop.  
4. Red wire to Terminal b1  
on last base on loop for  
12 VDC systems.  
installation instructions  
for specifications).  
2. The positive (+) and  
negative (-) IDC wires  
(blue) from the D275.  
5. Yellow wire to Terminal b1  
on last base on loop for  
24 VDC systems.  
3. Connect the positive (+) 6. Black wire (common) to  
IDC wire through the EOL  
resistor to Terminal 2 and  
Terminal a1/a2 on last  
base on loop.  
the negative (-) IDC wire 7. Power loop: Use either red  
to Terminal 1 on the last or yellow wire; not both.  
Fig. 3.6 Wiring a D275 Power Supervision Module as a Loop Terminator  
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Install the Detector Heads  
4.1  
Mount the Detector Heads  
CAUTION! Before mounting detector heads, all terminal  
screws in the bases including those not wired must be  
tightened to prevent loose screw heads from making  
intermitent electrical contact with the detector head.  
!
4.1.1  
Optional Locking Bar  
Each base has a snap-off locking bar as part of the base  
molding. Engage the locking bar to prohibit unauthorized  
detector removal. To engage the locking bar, move it to the  
position shown in Figure 4.1. (See also Figure 4.2, Items 4 and 9  
on page 19.)  
1
2
X
X
1. Snap locking bar (X) off  
base molding  
2. Insert locking bar (X) into  
locking bar mount until  
fully engaged  
Fig. 4.1 Engaging the Locking Bar  
CAUTION! When using the locking bar, before installing  
the detector head, open the unlocking port (refer to  
Figure 4.2, Item 4) by poking through the plastic with a  
screwdriver.  
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4.1.2  
Mounting Skirt  
Align the four alignment keys (refer to Figure 2.1, Item 11 on  
page 5 and to Figure 4.2, Item 5) and press the skirt firmly  
down onto the mounting base (refer to Figure 4.2, Item 3) to  
engage the snap locks.  
6
1
7
8
5
4
2
5
5
3
5
9
1. Detector head (heat  
detector shown in exam-  
ple)  
the mounting skirt and  
four corresponding places  
on the base)  
2. Mounting skirt  
3. Mounting base  
4. Locking port  
6. LED  
7. Bar on mounting skirt  
8. T mark on mounting skirt  
9. Locking bar in locked  
position  
5. Alignment keys (four  
places on the bottom of  
Fig. 4.2 Part Orientation for Mounting  
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4.1.3  
Detector Head  
CAUTION! The mounting skirts and detector heads are  
keyed. Do not force them onto the mounting bases.  
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Install:  
Install the detector head by lining up the LED on the detector  
head (refer to Figure 4.2, Item 6 on page 19) with the bar on the  
mounting skirt (refer to Figure 4.2, Item 7). Turn the detector  
head clockwise until the LED aligns with the T mark on the  
mounting skirt (refer to Figure 4.2, Item 8).  
Remove:  
Remove the detector head by turning it counter-clockwise. If  
the optional locking bar is used, refer to Figure 4.3.  
2
1
1. Insert screwdriver through the 2. Hold the locking bar down  
locking port and depress the  
locking bar.  
while turning the head  
counter-clockwise until  
disengaged.  
Fig. 4.3 Unlocking the Locking Bar  
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4.2  
Set Detector Modes  
The F220 Series Smoke Detectors feature a unique  
magnet-operated sensitivity mode and detector test mode.  
4.2.1  
Test Mode  
Test the detector by placing the magnet next to the T mark on  
the mounting skirt (refer to Figure 4.2, Item 8 on page 19) for  
three consecutive flashes to cause an alarm.  
4.2.2  
Sensitivity Mode  
If the magnet is next to the T mark for less than three flashes  
but more than one flash, the detector enters Sensitivity Mode.  
1. Place the detector into Sensitivity Mode.  
2. Wait for the first single green LED flash.  
3. Count the number of red LED flashes that follow and refer  
to Table 4.1 for sensitivity definitions.  
Number of  
Sensitivity Definition (% Obscuration)  
Red Flashes  
1
Malfunctioning smoke or heat detector  
3
Normally operating smoke or heat detector with  
little or no dirt contamination  
4 to 6  
Progressively more contamination  
Trouble condition, very dirty but still  
7 to 10  
compensated to 3%/ft (3%/ft = 0.433 db/m);  
Sensitivity < 3%/ft at 10 flashes.  
11  
12  
Sensitivity < 2.5%/ft (2.5%/ft = 0.36 db/m)  
Sensitivity < 2.0%/ft (2.0%/ft = 0.287 db/m),  
chance of false alarm increases  
13  
14  
Sensitivity < 1.5%/ft (1.5%/ft = 0.214 db/m)  
Sensitivity < 1.0%/ft (1.0%/ft = 0.143 db/m),  
chance of false alarm greatly increases  
15  
Sensitivity < 0.5%/ft (0.5%/ft = 0.071 db/m),  
false alarm likely  
Table 4.1 Red LED Flash Definition  
4. The detector exits sensitivity mode and returns to one  
green LED flash every eight seconds.  
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4.3  
Set CleanMe Feature  
The Clean Me feature monitors the smoke chamber’s sensitivity  
and sends a trouble signal to the control panel when the  
sensitivity degrades to a preset level.  
NOTE! When a CleanMe signal is sent to a control panel  
that is not CleanMe compatible, the signal may be  
misinterpreted as an alarm.  
To activate the CleanMe feature:  
1. Put the detector into sensitivity mode by placing a magnet  
next to the T mark on the mounting skirt (refer to  
Figure 4.2, Item 8 on page 19). Remove the magnet after  
the first red LED flash and before the third red LED flash.  
2. When the magnet is removed, the LED flashes green once  
and shows the first of two sensitivity displays.  
3. When the LED next flashes red, replace the magnet near  
the T mark(refer to Figure 4.2, Item 8 on page 19).  
4. Hold the magnet against the T mark on the mounting skirt  
(refer to Figure 4.2, Item 8 on page 19) until the green LED  
flashes twice and the red LED repeats the sensitivity  
indication.  
5. The detector exits sensitivity mode. If CleanMe has been  
successfully enabled, the green LED flashes twice in rapid  
succession every eight seconds indicating that CleanMe is  
activated.  
To disable CleanMe, repeat this process and verify the double  
flash returns to a single flash.  
4.4  
Flash Rate and Trouble Indication  
These detectors include the Chamber Check Automatic Trouble  
Indicator that verifies the detector’s calibration is within the  
factory listed range. NFPA guidelines for sensitivity testing can  
be met by visually inspecting the detector and checking the  
flash rate of the LED.  
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NOTE! Perform the visual check before resetting power.  
After a reset the trouble indicators clear for 70 seconds.  
After 70 seconds, if the detector is in a trouble condition,  
trouble indications begin again.  
A unit with CleanMe activated double flashes (two flashes  
within a half second of each other) every eight seconds. A  
normally operating unit flashes once every eight seconds. If a  
detector is in a trouble condition due to a dirty lens or a sensor  
malfunction, it single or double flashes every four seconds. If  
enabled, the CleanMe trouble signal is sent.  
5
Test the Installation  
5.1  
Inspect the Installation  
1. Check the wiring from the control panel to the last head on  
each run for proper polarity and continuity.  
2. Terminate each run with an EOL resistor as specified by  
the control panel manufacturer.  
3. Terminate four-wire runs with EOL power supervision  
modules or F220-B6E bases.  
4. Apply power to the system. Check for alarms and troubles.  
5. Note which detectors alarmed (if any), shut down the  
system, remove alarmed detectors from their bases, and  
recheck the bases for proper wiring.  
6. If the problem persists, determine if the problem is caused  
by the detector or the base. Replace the affected detectors  
or bases with known good units.  
7. If a system alarm occurs with no detector alarms present,  
remove all detectors and check the wiring at each base.  
8. Check the wiring of each EOL resistor and EOL module.  
9. When the system is alarm free, check each detector to  
ensure that the green LED indicator flashes approximately  
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every eight seconds. This verifies the detector is receiving  
power and operating properly.  
NOTE! If a heat detector LED flashes at a rate of  
4 flashes/sec, the detector is either cold (below +32°F  
[0°C]), out of sensitivity range, or defective. If a smoke  
detector flashes at a rate of 4 flashes/sec, it is either out  
of sensitivity range or defective.  
5.2  
Test Each Detector  
Test each detector to ensure it causes a control panel alarm.  
Reset the control panel after each test.  
5.2.1  
Activate an Alarm at Each Detector  
To cause heat detectors to alarm either:  
Activate the internal reed switch by placing a magnet  
horizontally against the T mark on the mounting skirt (refer  
to Figure 4.2, Item 8 on page 19) and holding it there for  
three consecutive LED flashes, or  
Expose the thermistor (refer to Figure 2.2, Item 3 on  
page 7)to a heat source such as a hair dryer or a shielded  
heat lamp until the detector alarms and the alarm LED  
lights .  
To cause smoke detectors to alarm either:  
Activate the internal reed switch by placing a magnet  
horizontally against the T mark on the mounting skirt (refer  
to Figure 4.2, Item 8 on page 19) and holding it there for  
three consecutive LED flashes, or  
Use a UL Listed aerosol smoke detector tester to simulate  
an alarm. Follow the instructions provided with the aerosol  
smoke detector tester.  
5.2.2  
Reset the Control Panel  
When a detector alarms, the red LED indicator activates and  
latches into the ON position. Clear the alarm by momentarily  
removing power before proceeding to the next detector.  
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5.3  
Test the Alarm Loop  
Checkthe voltage across the EOL resistor of each alarm loop to  
verify wiring losses do not exceed control panel manufacturer’s  
specifications.  
5.4  
Test CO Sensors  
Removing the detector head or resetting the detector’s power  
places the detector in a special test mode for 15 minutes. If  
over 35 ppm of CO is applied to the detector within this  
15-minute period, the detector must alarm or it is defective.  
WARNING! The F220-PTHC detects carbon monoxide  
(CO) as a component of a fire. Do not use the F220-PTHC  
as a stand-alone CO detector.  
!
5.5  
Perform NFPA 72 Required Testing  
Refer to Section 1.2 Required Maintenance and Testing on  
page 2.  
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