Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual Merlin Gas Detector-X
DETX-IOM Iss: 7 02-21
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Important Warning Statements
Please take the time to thoroughly read this user’s guide which should be retained for future reference.
The expected lifetime of gas sensor is 3-10 years upon initial power up dependant on your target gas and
environmental factors.
The device will display a message to indicate this time and should immediately be replaced.
It is recommended that this device be commissioned upon installation and serviced annually.
Do not apply lighter gas or other aerosols to the device – this will cause extreme damage.
High concentrations of alcohol found in many products may damage, deteriorate or affect the gas sensing elements.
This device is designed to detect the gas type displayed on the screen only from any source of combustion or
dangerous level. It is NOT designed to detect smoke, fire or other gases and should NOT be used as such.
This device provides early warning of the presence of gas, usually before a healthy adult would experience
symptoms. This early warning is possible provided your alarm is located, installed and maintained as per this manual.
Never ignore your device when in alarm.
This device requires a continual supply of electrical power – it will not work without power.
This device should not be used to substitute proper installation, use and/or maintenance of fuel burning appliances
including appropriate ventilation and exhaust systems.
This device does not prevent dangerous gasses from occurring or accumulating.
Actuation of your alarm indicates the presence of dangerous levels of gas.
Seek fresh air supply and contact your local gas emergency service should you suspect a gas leak.
This unit may not fully safeguard individuals with specific medical conditions. If in doubt, consult a doctor/physician.
Your product should reach you in perfect condition, if you suspect it is damaged, contact your supplier.
Manufacturer’s Warranty
Three (3) Year Warranty: Carbon Monoxide/Liquid Petroleum/ Methane/Hydrogen Gas Detectors
One (1) Year Warranty: Oxygen Gas Detectors
Warranty coverage: The manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser, that this product will be free of defects in
material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from date of purchase or one (1) years for oxygen detectors.
The manufacturer’s liability hereunder is limited to replacement of the product with repaired product at the discretion of the
manufacturer. This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use, neglect, tampering or other
causes not arising from defects in material or workmanship. This warranty extends to the original consumer purchaser of the
product only.
Warranty disclaimers: Any implied warranties arising out of this sale, including but not limited to the implied warranties of description,
merchantability and intended operational purpose, are limited in duration to the above warranty period. In no event shall the
manufacturer be liable for loss of use of this product or for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages, or costs, or
expenses incurred by the consumer or any other user of this product, whether due to a breach of contract, negligence, strict liability
in tort or otherwise. The manufacturer shall have no liability for any personal injury, property damage or any special, incidental,
contingent or consequential damage of any kind resulting from gas leakage, fire or explosion. This warranty does not affect your
statutory rights.
Warranty Performance: During the above warranty period, your product will be replaced with a comparable product if the defective
product is returned together with proof of purchase date. The replacement product will be in warranty for the remainder of the original
warranty period or for six months – whichever is the greatest.
Information on waste disposal for consumers of electrical & electronic equipment.
When this product has reached the end of its life it must be treated as Waste Electrical & Electronics Equipment (WEEE).
Any WEEE marked products must not be mixed with general household waste, but kept separate for the treatment, recovery and
recycling of the materials used. Please contact your supplier or local authority for details of recycling schemes in your area.
At the end of their working life, electrochemical sensors for oxygen and carbon monoxide detectors should be
disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.
Alternatively all detectors can be securely packaged and returned to S&S Northern clearly marked for disposal.
Electrochemical sensors should not be incinerated as this may cause the cell to emit toxic fumes.
