User Manual
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1. el lonisation Smoke Alarm User Manual SA300 AE UK www angeleye com A 0086 CPR 597993 Smoke alarm devices BS EN 14604 2006 EN 14604 2005 License No KM597992 DOP 13 03 GN3561R1 SA300 AE UK lonisation Smoke Alarm A Sprue Brand Sprue Safety Products Ltd Vanguard Centre Coventry CV4 7EZ UK Technical Support 0800 141 2561 EIRE dial 1 800 523171 Email technicalsupport sprue com Web www sprue com 2 gt CONTENTS Features ge ee eee i omii 4 Battery Replacement 7 Positioning 4 Troubleshooting 8 Installation 6 Maintenance 9 AlarmTest 6 Disposal 9 Alarm Pause 7 Warranty 10 Note This user manual is also available in large text and other formats Please email technicalsupport sprue com or call 0800 141 2561 for further information FEATURES e Battery Operated e Operating Light RED flashes approximately every 45 seconds confirming unit is powered e Low Battery Warning unit beeps approximately every 45 seconds for at least 30 days when the battery needs replacing e Sensitivity Test Button tests sensitivity circuitry battery horn e Loud 85 Decibel Piezo Electric Alarm automatically resets when hazardous condition has passed e Easy Installation fixings supplied POSITIONING WARNING Your AngelEye smoke alarm can be installed into a ne2. CAUTION Do not paint the smoke alarm as this may block the openings and prevent smoke from entering the sensor Storage in low humidity and certain transportation conditions may cause electrostatic charges to build up in the alarm system housing Although harmless they may increase the length of time that the horn sounds upon battery insertion or test button operation The condition may be cleared by gently wiping the inside and outside of the plastic cover with a clean damp cloth DISPOSAL RADIOACTIVE CONTENTS The SA300 AE UK utilises a tiny amount of radioactive material 0 9 microcuries 33 kilobecquerels of Americium 241 to detect smoke This material is in the form of a sealed source and represents no hazard whatsoever to anyone installing or using the smoke alarm Any stray particles would be unable to penetrate through the dead layer of skin and thus do not constitute an external hazard Radiation Protection Guidance for Scientists and Physicians This ionisation smoke alarm has been rigorously tested by the National Radiological Protection Board to ensure absolute safety Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with your other household waste The alarm is ideally suited for disposal within the waste electronic and electrical equipment WEEE recycling scheme Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your local authority retailer or contact our Technical Support team for recyclin
3. the alarm to settle before testing e Make sure you push the centre of the test button firmly e If the alarm has been recently fitted and it still fails to self test then contact Technical Support on 0800 141 2561 or e mail technicalsupport sprue com The operating light remains steadily on or off e Inspect for obvious damage e Check the unit contains the recommended battery type and that it is properly connected e If in doubt contact Technical Support on 0800 141 2561 or e mail technicalsupport sprue com Your smoke alarm is beeping intermittently e This indicates that the battery is low and needs replacing e Refer to the Battery Replacement section of this manual MAINTENANCE Your smoke alarm has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible however there are several things you must do to keep it working properly CAUTION Your smoke alarm is a sealed electrical device and no attempt should be made to open the case Attempting to open the case will invalidate your warranty Cleaning As a minimum your smoke alarm should be cleaned once every 3 months using your vacuum cleaner fitted with the soft brush attachment WARNING Your smoke alarm may false alarm when it is being cleaned using a vacuum cleaner IMPORTANT Do not use solvents or cleaners on your smoke alarm as they may cause damage to the sensor or circuitry The unit can be wiped with a slightly damp cloth
4. g disposal advice as regional variations apply WARNING Do not burn or in fire dispose of WARNING If your alarm is dropped or damaged as a precaution itshould be removed from the building WARRANTY Sprue Safety Products Ltd warrants to the original purchaser that its enclosed smoke alarm be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal residential use and service for a period of 5 five years from the date of purchase Provided it is returned with postage prepaid and proof of purchase date Sprue Safety Products Ltd hereby warrants that during the 5 five years period commencing from the date of purchase Sprue Safety Products Ltd at its discretion agrees to replace the unit free of charge The warranty on any replacement SA300 AE UK alarm will last for the remainder of the period ofthe original warranty in respect of the alarm originally purchased that is from the date of original purchase and not from the date of receipt of the replacement product Sprue Safety Products Ltd reserves the right to offer an alternative product similar to that being replaced if the original model is no longer available or in stock This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser from the date of original retail purchase and is not transferable Proof of purchase is required This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident misuse disassembly abuse or lack of reasonable care of the product or applicatio
5. ing power to the unit This test should be performed on a weekly basis WARNING You should test your smoke alarm every week WARNING The electronic test button provides a full test of the units functionality DO NOT try to test the alarm with a naked flame as this may present a potential fire hazard in itself ALARM PAUSE Abnormal air conditions may cause the highly sensitive smoke alarm to give a false alarm Do not disconnect the batteries If no fire is apparent ventilate the room and operate the Alarm Pause feature by pressing the test button WARNING If there is any question as to the cause of an alarm always assume that this is due to an actual fire and follow your fire emergency plans Do not assume the alarm is a nuisance alarm BATTERY REPLACEMENT Your alarm requires one 9 volt battery to power the smoke detector portion of the unit Recommended batteries are GP1604A or GP1604P Duracell MN1604 or MX 1604 Eveready 1222 When the battery reaches the end of its normal life a low battery warning intermittent beeping for at least 30 days will indicate the need for its replacement Under normal use the battery powering thesmoke alarm should last approximately one year TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Solution Your smoke alarm does not sound during testing e If testing immediately after first activating the alarm or replacing the battery you should allow a few seconds for
6. ir atthe peak of a ceiling may prevent smoke from reaching the alarm in time to provide an early warning Institutions and Hotels This includes motels hospitals day care facilities long term health care facilities boarding houses and dormitories Your SA300 AE UK smoke alarm can be used in individual sleeping resident rooms providing the same conditions are met as for a single family residence However there must already be a primary fire detection system that meets regulatory requirements for common areas such as lobbies and hallways Use of the SA300 AE UK smoke alarm in common areas may not provide sufficient fire warning to residents or meet regulatory requirements Commercial and Industrial Premises This smoke alarm is not intended for any non residential commercial or industrial application nor for any other purpose than described above Mobile Homes and Caravans This smoke alarm is suitable for use in mobile homes and caravans In caravans 1 The preferred position for fitting the smoke alarm is horizontally on the ceiling in the living area Avoid proximity to the kitchen An additional smoke alarm may be fitted in one or more bedrooms DO NOT locate in kitchen or bathroom area Cooking fumes and high humidity can trigger nuisance alarms DO NOT locate smoke alarms close to exhaust fans or air conditioning units which could draw smoke away from the alarm In mobile homes 1 If only one
7. ns not in accordance with the user manual It does not cover events and conditions outside of Sprue Safety Products Ltd s control such as Acts of God fire severe weather etc It does not apply to retail stores service centres or any distributors or agents Sprue Safety Products Ltd will not recognise any changes to this warranty by third parties Sprue Safety Products Ltd shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any expressed or implied warranty Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration for 5 five years 10 This warranty does not affect your statutory rights Except for death or personal injury Sprue Safety Products Ltd shall not be liable for any loss of use damage cost or expense relating to this product or for any indirect or consequential loss damages or costs incurred by you or any other user of this product 11
8. sits providing the same conditions are met as for a single family residence However there must already be a primary fire detection system that meets regulatory requirements for common areas such as lobbies and hallways As a minimum smoke alarms should be located between sleeping areas and potential sources of fire such as living rooms and kitchens In single storey homes a smoke alarm should be installed in the hallway as close as possible to the living accommodation In single storey homes with two separate sleeping areas a minimum oftwo smoke alarms is required one outside each sleeping area In multi level or split level homes as a minimum a smoke alarm should be installed on the ground floor between the staircase and any rooms in which a fire might start and on each storey in circulation areas which form part of the escape route normally hallways and landings Install smoke alarms in circulation areas at a distance no greater than 75m from the farthest wall no greater than 75m from a door to any room in which a fire might start and no greater than 7 5m from the next smoke alarm If it is necessary to place a smoke alarm on a wall always locate the detection element of the alarm 150mm to 300 mm 6 to 12 inches below the ceiling and the bottom of the alarm above the level of doors and other openings In rooms with sloped ceilings install smoke alarms 900 mm 3 feet from the highest point of the ceiling Dead a
9. smoke alarm is to be fitted it should be located horizontally on the ceiling either in the living room or the hall but not in the proximity of either kitchen or bathroom Additional alarms in bedrooms DO NOT locate alarm close to exhaust fans or air conditioning can be fitted INSTALLATION gt Connect Open the cover and handle unit with care to avoid damage Locate keyhole slots Mark holes through alarm base Then remove alarm Drill two 4 75mm holes DO NOT drill with alarm still in position as this will contaminate the unit with dust Insert the plastic anchors Screw alarm base to mounting surface NOTE When wall mounting a unit ensure that the keyhole fixing slots are positioned with the narrow aperture uppermost to prevent the unit from being dislodged ALARM TEST the battery Remove the activation tab Check LED operating light flashes approximately every 45 seconds in standby mode Firmly press the test button in the centre and release The unit will give an audible alarm consisting of 3 loud beeps Alarm may continue for up to 10 seconds after button is released Test the sounder battery and circuitry by pressing and releasing the Test silence button to confirm that the alarm is operating properly The alarm should sound as soon as the Test button is pressed and the Alarm LED will illuminate red indicating that the sounder is working and the battery is provid
10. w build property as additional protection to an existing smoke detection system only It cannot be used as a substitute for a hard wired system as required in new build properties In this type of property the building regulations require alarms to be interlinked You can obtain further information from your local fire service or building control department at your local council offices These sources generally provide advice on new builds or 4 projects that require planning permission Your smoke alarm typically meets the minimum requirements for family living units in existing buildings as long as at least one unit is installed on each floor level of your property In order to achieve the earliest fire warning we recommend that a smoke alarm is fitted in all rooms where the temperature is normally between 4 C 40 F and 38 C 100 F WARNING The alarm positions shown are based on typical homes Construction and layout of individual dwellings will vary so this should be regarded only as a guide Check with your local fire station for further guidance oO oO BEDROOM BEDROOM DINING ROOM LOUNGE CELLAR EXISTING HOMES Minimum RECOMMENDATIONS a RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION NOTE Kitchens should be covered by a self contained heat detector Multi family or mixed occupant residence Tenancy building student accommodation Your smoke alarm can be used in individual flats and bed
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