Bosch F220 Series Adds Four New Detectors and Received CSFM Listing

Bosch Security Systems announces four additions to its innovative F220 Series detector line. An industry first, the F220- PTHC photoelectric smoke detector uses both heat and carbon monoxide elements to virtually eliminate unwanted alarms. The F220-135, F220-135F, and F220-190F round out the series, cornering the market on fixed temperature and rate-of-rise detectors.

The F220 Series has also received a California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Listing, which allows the detectors to be used for primary fire alarm signalling in California.

?The CSFM listing enhances the series? value to our national, financial, and government customers, as well as central station dealers in California,? said Thomas Hauder, Product Marketing Manager for Bosch. ?The entire F220 Series delivers superior smoke detection over older technology ? including fewer false alarms, longer service life, and lower maintenance costs.?

The extra measure of detection delivered with the F220 Series detectors offers customers more reliability in all types of environments ? from homes and small businesses to large buildings, high-rises, campuses, and office complexes.

The award-winning F220 Series detectors share these innovative features:

? ChamberMaid? chamber cleaning (patent pending) saves time and effort
? Automatic compensation for chamber contamination extends the time between cleanings and reduces false alarms
? Dual-color LED indicates normal (green) or alarm (red) status
? CleanMe? sensitivity ? control panel knows when the detector needs cleaning
? 12V or 24V system compatibility
? Chamber Check? self diagnostics
? Wide range of available bases

For more information on the F220 Series Smoke Detectors, contact Bosch Security Systems at 800-289-0096 or visit www.boschsecurity.us/winwithF220.

Bosch Security Systems is a leading supplier of equipment to the electronic protection industry. The company designs, manufactures and markets electronic detection, control and communication equipment around the world for security, fire protection, access control, closed circuit television and personnel and asset tracking applications. In North America, the Bosch Group manufactures and markets automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial automation and mobile products, power tools and accessories, security technology, packaging equipment and household appliances. Bosch employs more than 23,300 associates in more than 80 facilities throughout North America with reported sales of $6.6 billion in 2003. For more information about Bosch Security Systems visit www.boschsecurity.us or call (800) 289-0096.