Guardian Avionics AERO 551 Panel Mount Digital CO Detector

Specifications

• Power usage less than 2 watts
• Temperature range 0 °C to 50 °C
• Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensating)
• Circuit breaker 2 amps
• Interface: RS-232
• Size: fits standard 2/14 inch round panel cut-out and is 2 1/2 inch deep
• Weight 7.5 oz.
• Sensor tested to 25,000 feet
• 15 pin connector

Approved PFD, MFD, and Engine Monitor Products that will display the Aero 551 data:

• Garmin: Garmin G3X, Garmin G3X Touch, Garmin GNS 480, Garmin G900
• J.P. Instruments (JPI): EDM 730, EDM 830, EDM 900 Primary, EDM 900 Experimental, EDM 930 Primary, EDM 930 Experimental, EDM 960 Twin
• Electronics Instruments (EI): MVP50P, MVP-50T, CGR-30P
• Advanced Flight System: AF2500/3500/4500/5000/5400/5500/5600/5800
• Grand Rapids Technologies (GRT): Sports SX, Horizon HX, and HXr EFIS Systems
• Ultra Electronics: AuRACLE CRM 2120
• MGL Avionics: XTreme EFIS

• 551 CO Meter unit
• 15 Pin DB connector kit
• Mounting screws
• Installation Drawing

All products come with a 60-day money back guarantee and a one (1) year limited warranty. The warranty will be void if the unit has been opened or tampered with. If you experience any problems with the unit, please call 520-889-1177 or email us at support@guardianavionics.com and we will gladly assist you and have the problem rectified.

WARRANTY COVERAGE

GUARDIAN AVIONICS/CO GUARDIAN LLC. WARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER, THAT THIS DETECTOR WILL BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR A TO REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT, REPAIR OF THE PRODUCT OR 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 fitness for a particular 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.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

Please note that Guardian Avionics is not responsible for loss and/or damages resulting from installation or soldering errors.

Legal Remedies

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

Warranty Performance

During the above warranty period, your product will be replaced with a comparable product if the defective product is returned, postage prepaid, to Guardian Avionics, Customer Service Department, 1840 E Valencia Rd, Suite 216, Tucson, AZ 85706, together with proof of purchase date. Please include a note describing the problem when you return the unit. The replacement product will be in warranty for the remainder of the original warranty period or for six months, whichever is longer. Other than the cost of postage, no charge will be made for replacement of the defective product.

Important: Do not attempt to open unit. If unit is opened, warranty will be void.

Your Carbon Monoxide Alarm is not a substitute for property, disability, life or other insurance of any kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent.

Warranty Registration

Your unit is automatically registered for a 1-year limited warranty from date of purchase, provided you retain the proof of purchase (invoice). To ensure that you are informed of the latest updates and news on our products, please fill out the warranty card that comes with the product, and mail it to us at:

CO Guardian LLC dba Guardian Avionics.
1840 E Valencia Rd, Suite 216
Tucson, AZ 85706

Your unit has a Serial Number. Please check that the unit you receive has the same serial number as shown in your invoice.

For Warranty Service

In case you experience any problems with the unit, you may contact our customer service department at 520-889-1177 for assistance. Even if you have purchased the unit from one of our distributors, you can contact us directly at the following address for technical support or in case you have any problems with your unit:

Guardian Avionics
CO Guardian LLC.
1840 E Valencia Rd, Suite 216
Tucson, AZ 85706

Phone 520-889-1177
Fax 520-889-8249
Email support@guardianavionics.com

Because of their sensitive nature, all carbon monoxide (CO) detector sensors require replacement after a period of time to remain accurate. All Guardian Avionics / CO Guardian aviation CO detectors feature a self-test at power on for each flight. If the unit shows a failure of the CO sensor upon power up, you must send the unit to Guardian Avionics for replacement or overhaul. Depending on level of use, storage environment, and flight environment, most CO sensors have a usable life of 5-7 years. Though our units have a required Time Before Overhaul (TBO) of Seven (7) years from point of installation regardless of self-test results, we recommend sending in your unit for replacement / recalibration every 5 years during your annual maintenance inspection to assure safety and accuracy of your unit.

The procedure for recalibration is as follows:

• Remove component and note full model number and unit serial number.
• Apply for an RMA Number at: https://www.guardianavionics.com/rma-request or call 520-889-1177 (M-F, 8am to 5pm MST) – the RMA number will be emailed back to you.
• Order a recalibration or new replacement at https://www.guardianavionics.com/recalibration.
• Send unit in under RMA number to: Guardian Avionics, Attn: RMA #___, 1840 East Valencia Rd, Suite 216, Tucson, AZ 85756
• Once unit is received by Guardian Avionics, the recalibrated or replaced unit will be shipped within 3-5 business days unless specified. Core charge will be refunded.
• Upon receipt of the recalibrated/replaced unit, a fresh 1 year limited warranty applies and the unit has a fresh 7 year TBO.

AERO 454, AERO 455, AERO 551, AERO 553 TSO Approval Letter
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FAA Certification

When installed in accordance with this installation manual and the limitations, the installation of our TSO Approved models 452/454/455/551 and 553 is unlikely to have an appreciable effect on the weight, balance, structural strength, reliability, operational characteristics, or other characteristics affecting the airworthiness of the aircraft, and should therefore be eligible for installation as a minor alteration.

Please see the Instructions of continued Airworthiness for each model for limitations (available on downloads page). Most customers have been able to install these as Minor installation per AC 23.1309-IE and FAR 23.109. You must seek proper guidance prior to installation from you local FAA FISDO for clarification.

FAA Advisory Circular on CO

The above FAA circular provides information on the potential dangers of Carbon Monoxide contamination from faulty engine exhaust systems or cabin heaters of the exhaust gas heat exchange type. It also discusses means of detection and procedures to follow when contamination is suspected.

FAA Requirements for CO in Aircraft during Certification

FAR. 23.831 Ventilation in Aircraft

(a) Each passenger and crew compartment must be suitably ventilated. Carbon monoxide concentration may not exceed one part in 20,000 parts of air (50 PPM).

All Panel mounted units are designed to alarm within 5 minutes if CO is between 50 PPM and 75 PPM to meet the requirements of TSO C48.

AERO-152WD Warning Levels shown below. Note: (252,352’s, 353’s,452’s and 552 all alarm with 5 minutes if CO is above 50PPM).

Caution – This product is intended to be used in aircraft enclosed cabins. Because of its super-sensitivity, it’s not designed to be in compliance with UL2034, OSHA, and other industry standards.

National Transportation Safety Board Recommends CO Detectors to be installed in all General Aviation Aircraft.

FAA CERTIFICATION / STC

When installed in accordance with this installation manual and the limitations that follow, the installation of the model 452 is unlikely to have an appreciable effect on the weight, balance, structural strength, reliability, operational characteristics, or other characteristics affecting the airworthiness of the aircraft, and should therefore be eligible for installation as a minor alteration.

Model AERO 452 has TSO certification and is STC approved for installation on certified aircraft. Customers have three options depending on their relationship with their local FAA FISDO office (you must seek proper guidance prior to installation). 1) Install it as minor log book entry since the unit is TSO approved as non essential equipment. 2) Install it using FAA Form 337 as minor alternation. 3) Install it per supplied STC on a Cessna 172. Data shown in our Downloads section.

However, no approval exists for the other panel-mount models of CO Guardian (models AERO 252, 352’s, 353’s, 551 and 553). Acceptance for the installation and use of as a non-essential equipment (per AC 23-15, paragraph V, pg. 28), must be sought through your local FBO and the appropriate offices of the Federal Aviation Administration or other certifying agency.

452 Sample 337 FAA Form – please visit Downloads page
Sample 337 Model 552 – please visit Downloads page

For more information, specifications and product details please visit the official Guardian Avionics website.