Trutest 801: Trutest Sensitivity Testing Head

• Specified at 68øF +/- 5øF < 60% RH using slow ramp
• All detector types and profiles: (ñ10% of reading + 0.6 %/ft)
• Size of detectors: All diameters from 2.8in/71mm to 5.7in/145mm
• Maximum working height: 20ft 8in (6.3m)
• Average test time: 120 seconds (1%/ft/minute fast ramp, 0.5%/ft/minute slow ramp)
• Average calibration time:* 40 seconds
• Average clearing time:* 120 seconds
• Average tests per aerosol canister: 100 tests
• Maximum obscuration for ionization: 4.00 %/ft
• Maximum obscuration for photoelectric: 6.00 %/ft
• Resolution: 0.01%/ft
• Average battery life: 8-10 hours testing on a full charge
• Type of aerosol: Environmentally friendly, non-flammable, non toxic. Safety data sheet available upon request
• Calibration in operation: Self-calibrates before each testServicing intervals: 1 year recommended, but max interval 5000 tests
• Operating temperature: 50øF to 95øF (+10øC to 35øC)
• Storage temperature: 15øF to 120øF (-10øC to 50øC) (Do not store in direct sunlight) ? Humidity: 0-85% RH non-condensing
• Weight of main unit: 6lb 9oz (3kg) (incl. aerosol canister)

*can be conducted whilst walking between detectors 

Code Requirement: 

CAN/ULC 536-04, 5.7.4.1.3: "Each smoke detector shall be tested to confirm that it is within its rated operating range using a test method described in Clause 5.7.4.1.6.