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1. 7 1 2c Amber LED Low Battery Indicator The presence of chirp signal indicates a low battery condition check AC power If AC power is OFF ensure it is restored Battery shall then recharge If AC power is ON and problem persists replace smoke alarm immediately See Section 8 Battery Test NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 7 2 False Alarm Hush Control Feature A F Note Dense smoke will override Hush control feature and sound a continuous alarm heel This smoke alarm has the capability of temporarily silencing the smoke alarm for approximately 5 minutes 7 2 2 The smoke alarm is desensitized by pressing the HUSH button on the smoke alarm cover 7 2 3 The alarm will silence immediately and chirp intermittently every 40 seconds for approximately 5 minutes to indicate the alarm is in the temporary silenced condition 7 2 4 The smoke alarm will automatically reactivate after approximately 5 minutes and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present 7 2 5 The Hush feature may be used repeatedly until the air has cleared 7 2 6 When the smoke alarm is on Hush mode it will chirp intermittently for approximately 5 minutes and automatically resets WARNING Before using the alarm Hush feature identify the source of smoke and be certain that safe conditions exist 7 3 Testing Note When Test button is depressed check if Amber LED light is FLASHING INTERMITTENT
2. at the option of PSA Products Pty Ltd due to any manufacturing defect at the cost of PSA Products Pty Ltd excluding any labour costs relating to removal or re installation of product and transport costs This warranty does not extend to the battery if any 18 2 This warranty shall not apply to the smoke alarm if it has been damaged modified abused or altered after the date of purchase or if it fails to operate due to improper maintenance 18 3 To the extent permitted by law the liability of PSA Products Pty Ltd arising from the sale of this smoke alarm or under the terms of this limited warranty shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement of smoke alarm and subject to this clause In no case shall PSA Products Pty Ltd be liable for consequential loss or damages resulting from the failure of the smoke alarm or breach of this or Any other warranty express or implied loss or damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied in the leaflets 18 4 To the extent permitted by law PSA Products Pty Ltd makes no warranty expressed or implied written or oral including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to the battery 18 4 This warranty is an addition to and does not exclude the rights of consumers under the Australia Trade Practices Act 1974 or any other law which may not be excluded Warranty Form Please retain this warranty section and complete the details below Whe
3. 3800R 4800 and 4800R Smoke Alarms whether it be of Ionisation or Photoelectric design Heat Alarm model HA240 and Visual Signaling Device model SL240 Interconnection with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk 6 1 4 Due to EMC noise interference up to 24 units of smoke alarms may be interconnected 6 1 5 There are four terminals in the supply terminal block marked A SW N and 9V It is important that the alarm be wired correctly to ensure correct operation Incorrect wiring to the Smoke Alarm will damage the unit and invalidate the warranty All final sub circuit conductors including the signal conductor must be a minimum size of 1mm with 250V grade insulation 6 1 6 A maximum of 250 meters 820 feet of wire can be used in interconnecting smoke alarms 6 1 7 All final sub circuit conductors including the signal conductor must be a minimum size of 1mm with 250V grade insulation 6 1 8 Interconnected Smoke Alarms must be connected to the same final subcircuit 6 1 9 Do not use any wire that could later be confused with the normal house wires for the interconnect wire For example green yellow earth wire 6 1 10 Do not connect AC power wires to SW interconnect terminal These will damage smoke alarms 6 1 11 Do not connect the SW interconnect wire to any device except the SW interconnect terminal of smoke alarm Otherwise smoke alarms will be damaged 6 1 12 Smoke alarms should be interconnected only within the
4. Brigade from your neighbour s home not from yours 15 6 Don t return to your home until officials say that it is safe to do so For further information on fire safety contact your local Fire Brigade 16 INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE 16 1 Before you connect the mains power check wiring polarity 16 2 If alarm chirps intermittently this sound is due to the HUSH button having been activated Allow approximately 10 minutes for the alarm to reset 16 3 The built in rechargeable battery will require a minimum of 24 hours for charging to its full capacity Make sure that there is sufficient charge time otherwise the alarm will chirp sound 16 4 If the alarm chirps again press the Test button to check the battery condition If the Amber LED is flashing the smoke alarm should be replaced 16 5 If chirps persists replace smoke alarm and return to your supplier for replacement NOTE NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 17 WARNING INSULATION TEST 17 1 UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST AN INSULATION RESISTANCE TEST BE CARRIED OUT ON A CIRCUIT TO WHICH A SMOKE ALARM IS FITTED 17 2 THE TEST COULD CAUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL CIRCUITRY OF THE SMOKE ALARM AND MAKE IT INOPERATIVE 17 3 THE WARRANTY WOULD BE VOID UNDER SUCH CIRCUMSTANCES 18 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 18 1 PSA Products Pty Ltd warrants that for five years from the date of purchase of the smoke alarm it will repair or replace the smoke alarm
5. Rules AS3000 for low voltage 240V conductors Wiring Instruction Showing Smoke Alarms Interconnected and Used as part of an Early Warning Indicator System CONNECTION TO A MAXIMUM OF 24 SMOKE ALARMS R Relay compatible with output voltage of panel FIRE INDICATOR PANEL LOCAL ALARM PANEL 10 REPAIRS AND SERVICES 10 1 If the smoke alarm is defective in any way do not tamper with the unit Return the unit to your supplier See warranty for instructions on in warranty returns There will be a service charge for repairing units out of warranty Note NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 10 2 For service return to PSA Products Pty Ltd 17 Millicent Street Burwood Victoria 3125 11 GOOD SAFETY HABITS The use of this product should not be seen as a substitute for basic safety precaution in the prevention of FIRE There are situations where a smoke alarm may not be effective to protect against fire 11 1 smoking in bed 11 2 leaving children home alone and 11 3 cleaning with flammable liquids such as petrol 12 THE LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS 12 1 Smoke alarms are devices that can provide early warning of possible developing fires at a reasonable cost 12 2 Alarms have sensing limitations Ionisation type alarms offer a broad range of fire sensing capability but are better at detecting fast flaming fires than slow smouldering fires 12 3 Photo electric alarms sense smouldering fires better than flaming
6. fires Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable Neither type of alarm photo electric ionisation is always best and a given alarm may not always provide warning of a fire 12 4 Smoke alarms have certain limitations For battery powered smoke alarms the battery must be in good condition and installed properly 12 5 AC powered alarms will not operate if AC power has been cut off such as by an electrical fault open fuse or circuit breaker or fire However the battery back up will activate the alarm if in good working order 12 6 Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to ensure that the batteries and alarm circuit are in good operating condition 12 7 Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the alarm Therefore smoke alarm may not sense fires starting in chimneys walls on roofs on the other side of a closed door or on a different floor 12 8 Tf the alarm is located outside the bedrooms or on a different floor it may not wake up a sound sleeper A smoke alarm in the bedroom therefore is recommended 12 9 Smoke alarms have been significant in saving lives in many parts of the world However U S Government research 12 10 indicates that they may not give early enough warning in up to 35 of fires Hence the use of this product does not substitute for basic prevention and total protection 12 11 Although smoke alarms can help save lives by providing early warnings of a fire they are not a s
7. of the bedrooms Try to protect the exit path as the bedrooms are usually farthest from an exit If more than one sleeping area exit locate additional alarms in each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity bedrooms 1 2 Locate additional alarms to PROTECT any stairway as stairways act like chimneys for smoke and heat 1 3 Locate at least one alarm on every floor level 1 4 Locate an alarm in every room where a smoker sleeps 1 3 Locate an alarm in every room where electrical appliances are operated i e portable heaters or humidifiers 1 6 Locate an alarm in every room where someone sleeps with the door closed The closed door may prevent the alarm from waking the sleeper 1 7 Smoke heat and other combustion products rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally Mounting the alarm on the ceiling in the center of the room places it closest to all points in the room Ceiling mounting is preferred in ordinary residential construction 1 8 For mobile home installation select location carefully to avoid thermal barrier that may form at the ceiling For more details see Mobile Home Installation Section 2 1 9 When mounting alarms on the ceiling locate it at a minimum of 300mm from the side wall and 600mm from any corner see diagram 1 10 When mounting alarms on a wall use the inside wall The minimum wall mounting height is 300mm below the ceiling and at least 600mm from any corner see diagram NOTE The performance of smoke alarms mo
8. LIFESAVER MODEL 4800RL SMOKE ALARM USER MANUAL AUSTRALIAN ELECTRICAL AUTHORITY CS 96262V PHOTO ELECTRIC DESIGN IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS SMOKE ALARM Do not repair the smoke alarm yourself RETURN TO SUPPLIER FOR REPAIRS WARNING DISCONNECTING SMOKE ALARM FROM MOUNTING BASE WILL RENDER THIS SMOKE ALARM TO BE INOPERATIVE THERE SHALL BE NO MAINS OR BATTERY POWER PRESENT MAINS POWERED SINGLE AND OR INTERCONNECTABLE 24 UNITS BUILT IN RECHARGEABLE BATTERY BACK UP HUSH CONTROL AND LOW BATTERY INDICATOR SPECIFICATION ELECTRICAL RATING 240Vac 50Hz 80mA per alarm and interconnectable to 24 alarms WARNING THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST ONLY BE WIRED TO A 240Vac 50Hz SINE WAVE CURRENT SUPPLY THIS PHOTO ELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM CONTAINS NO RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS CONTENTS 1 RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS 2 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION 3 AVOID THESE LOCATIONS 4 FALSE ALARMS 5 HOW TO REMOVE SMOKE ALARM FROM BASE PLATE 6 INSTALLATION 7 OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 8 BATTERY TEST 9 9V TERMINAL FEATURES 10 REPAIRS AND SERVICES 11 GOOD SAFETY HABITS 12 THE LIMITATION OF SMOKE ALARMS 13 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS 14 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE 15 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS 16 INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE 17 WARNING INSULATION TEST 18 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 1 1 Locate an alarm for each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity
9. LY If so replace smoke alarm immediately NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE Note Before testing make sure that the smoke alarm is connected to AC power supply and the rechargeable battery fully charged Make sure the Green LED is ON 7 3 1 Test alarm by pushing on the test button for a few seconds This should sound alarm if all electronic circuitry and horn are working 732 Tf no alarm sounds check wiring fuses or circuit breaker and make certain that alarm is connected to continuous non switched final sub circuit 73 3 With interconnected units activating the test button on one unit will cause all connected units to sound Test alarm weekly to assure proper operation 73 4 Continuous chirping or erratic noise or low sound from alarm may indicate a defective alarm Return it for service WARNING Do not apply excessive force on the TEST and HUSH Buttons which may damage the smoke alarm and may void the warranty WARNING Never use an open flame of any description to test your alarm You may damage the alarm or set fire to your home The built in test switch enables testing of all electronic parts and the piezo To accurately test the integrity of the sensing chamber use a smoke detector aerosol tester We recommend using the LIFESAVER LT711 Smoke Detector Tester for this purpose 7 4 Maintenance 7 4 1 The smoke alarm is virtually maintenance free However under dusty or greasy conditions a vacuum clean
10. S 2 2 In mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present standards extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside through poorly insulated walls and roof This may create a thermal barrier which can prevent smoke from reaching a smoke alarm mounted on the ceiling In such units install smoke alarm on inside partition between 300mm and 600mm from the ceiling 2 3 If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home or if you notice the walls and ceilings are either hot or cold install alarm on an inside wall For minimum protection install one alarm close to the bedrooms For additional protection see SINGLE FLOOR PLAN 3 AVOID THESE LOCATIONS Do not locate your alarm in 3 1 the garage products of combustion are present when you start your automobile 3 2 in front of forced air ducts used for heating and air conditioning and other high air flow areas 3 3 in the peak of an A frame type of ceiling 3 4 in areas where temperatures may fall below 5 C or above 45 C 3 5 in dusty areas dust particles may cause smoke alarm to false alarm or fail to alarm 3 6 in very humid areas or near a bathroom moisture can cause false alarm 4 FALSE ALARMS 4 1 This smoke alarm is designed to minimize false alarms Smoking will not normally set off the alarm unless smoke is blown directly into the alarm 4 2 Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the kitc
11. alarm is best for detecting smoldering fires 14 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE Basic of escape plan 14 1 Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room Second storey windows may need a rope or chain ladder 14 2 Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan showing everyone what to do in case of fire 14 3 Determine a place outside your home where all of you can meet if a fire occurs 14 4 Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and practice leaving your home when they hear it 14 5 Practice a fire drill at least every six months Practice allows you to test your plan before an emergency You may not be able to reach your children t is important that they know what to do 15 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS 15 1 Leave immediately by your plan of escape Every second counts so don t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables 15 2 In leaving don t open any inside door without first feeling its surface If hot or if you see smoke seeping through cracks don t open that door Instead use your alternate exit If inside door is cool place your shoulder against it open it slightly and be ready to slam it shut if heat and smoke rush in 15 3 Stay close to the floor if air is smoky Breathe shallowly through a wet cloth if possible 15 4 Once outside go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there 15 5 Call the Fire
12. ation 2 1 Slide metal clip A to corner of 1 2 A amp B are fixing holes base plate tongue B 2 2 Slide metal clip fully as shown in figure Figure 3 3 1 Place smoke alarm in line to base plate WARNING For wall mount the connector 3 2 Push smoke alarm towards connector A should be at the bottom Ensure Slide To 3 3 Green AC Power Light will come on Remove arrow on cover is pointing upwards when connected to mains vertical 1 A th OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 7 1 Operation 7 1 1 The smoke alarm is operational once all wires are properly connected and the smoke alarm is correctly installed on the mounting base 7 1 2 There are three LED indicators Each of them has a unique function 7 1 2a Green LED Power on Indicator indicates that the unit is operating with AC power If this LED goes out it indicates that the AC power is off and the built in rechargeable battery will operate the unit 7 1 2b Red LED Stand by condition will flash once approximately every 40 seconds to indicate unit is functioning properly Alarm condition will latch on when unit goes into alarm indicating that products of combustion have been detected The latched Red LED and pulsating alarm will continue until the air is cleared For interconnected units the originating smoke alarm Red LED will latch on All other units will sound but not latch The Red LED will diminish within 5 minutes and automatically resets
13. confines of a single family living unit If smoke alarms are interconnected between different units there may be excessive nuisance alarms Residents may not be aware that smoke alarms are being tested or that it is a nuisance alarm caused by cooking etc 6 1 13 Terminals at back of mounting base are marked and coloured as follows MARKINGS Red A ACTIVE White sw SWITCH WIRE FOR INTERCONNECTION ONLY Black N NEUTRAL Yellow 9y 9Vdc POSITIVE POWER SOURCE WARNING Connecting the Switch wire terminal to any other supply conductor may result in damage to the alarm failure to operate or shock hazard and void the warranty of the alarm EXAMPLE OF MULTIPLE ALARM WIRING ISOLATION UNIT WIRING FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER O gt 2 x DMO oo E A SW N a A SW N ov SUPPLY TERMINALS OF ALARMS SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFESAVER RK10A ISOLATION UNIT TOALARM PANAL ISOLATION UNIT NOT REAUIRED FOR INTERCONNECTION REQUIRED ONLY WHEN CONNECTING TO ALARM PANEL AUXILIARY DEVICES oR AUXILIARY DEVICES Note For interconnection of smoke alarms to Fire Panel or Auxiliary devices use only LIFESAVER Isolation Relay Model RK10A 6 1 8 This Smoke Alarm can be interconnectable only with other SMOTEC or LIFESAVER models of Smoke Alarms whether it be of Ionisation or Photoelectric design Interconnection with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk 6 1 9 When interconnected all Smoke Alarms will s
14. er may be used to clean exterior of unit including slots on cover DO NOT IMMERSE IN OR SPRAY WITH HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS We recommend a periodic monthly inspection of the smoke alarm to ensure that it is free of dirt 8 BATTERY TEST 8 1 Rechargeable battery must be checked periodically We recommend a periodic weekly battery test 8 1 1 Smoke alarm must be connected to mains power for a minimum of 24 hours for the battery to be fully charged 8 1 2 Switch off mains power The Green LED on the smoke alarm will be OFF 8 1 3 Test alarm by pressing on the Test Button for a few seconds This should sound the alarm 8 1 4 If the battery is weak or has a fault the Amber led will flash rapidly We would recommend that you replace the smoke alarm 8 1 5 Watch the Red LED for about 40 seconds It should flash at least once If the Red LED is on it will diminish within 5 minutes 8 1 6 Switch on mains power only when smoke alarm passes the above tests The Green LED on the smoke alarm will come ON NOTE NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 9 9V TERMINAL FEATURES WARNING THIS TERMINAL IS NOT ISOLATED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY 9 1 This fourth terminal Yellow cable has a 9Vdc positive output and can be used for the following applications 9 1 2 As an output to operate smoke alarm as an early warning indicator system The 9V terminal in this smoke alarm is intended for use with a security fire alarm panel where a signal from that panel can be
15. hen cooking surface 4 3 Large quantities of combustion particles are generated from spills and over boil 4 4 An alarm with a Hush Control device is preferable near a kitchen environment for this reason 4 5 If the alarm does sound check for fire first If a fire is discovered escape quickly and call the Fire Brigade If no fire is present check to see if one of the reasons listed above may have caused the alarm S HOW TO REMOVE SMOKE ALARM FROM BASE PLATE 5 1 Look for SLIDE TO REMOVE 5 2 Remove Tamper Locking Screw if ins 5 3 Push firmly towards arrow until smoke alarm unhinges from SEEE Slide Smoke Alarm cover base plate sa in direction of arrow as 5 4 To re install smoke alarm eae fri shown on cover to remove follow FIGURE 3 procedure EANA from base plate 3 1 to 3 3 Tamper Locking Screw 6 INSTALLATION WARNING THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST BE INSTALLED BY QUALIFIED LICENSED ELECTRICIANS ONLY 6 1 Wiring Instructions 6 1 1 In the interests of safety this smoke alarm and all wiring must be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the relevant requirements of the SAA Wiring Rules AS3000 6 1 2 WARNING This alarm must be wired to a continuous 240V ac 50Hz Sine Wave circuit Ensure the unit cannot be inadvertently overridden by any switching device 6 1 3 This Smoke Alarm can be interconnectable only with other SMOTEC 3786 or LIFESAVER Models 1255 3800
16. n you claim warranty for the product Please present this section together with the faulty product Model Serial Number Date Of Purchase Installation Invoice No Installed By This smoke alarm has a recommended service life of at least 10 years under normal conditions of use The expected service life of the stand by battery is 10 years THIS SMOKE ALARM HAS BEEN TESTED AND PASSED TO AS3786 DEAR ELECTRICIAN PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS SMOKE ALARMS Listed by Australian Government z SCIENTIFIC SERVICES LABORATORY S E as meeting 3 AS 3786 1993 a 3 0 Another Quality Product By amp PSA Products Pty Ltd Australian 17 Millicent Street Burwood Victoria 3125 Standard Ph 03 9888 9889 EA Fax 03 9888 9993 ia Email enquiry psaproducts com au Website http www psaproducts com au 1395 7201 00B 10
17. ound upon activation However only the originating Smoke Alarm will have a latched Red LED which will diminish automatically within 5 minutes 6 2 Mounting Instructions Note Rechargeable battery is built into this Smoke Alarm NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 6 2 1 Separate Smoke Alarm from mounting base by sliding cover in direction of arrow with one hand on the back of the mounting base and one hand sliding Smoke Alarm 6 2 2 Unhinge Smoke Alarm from mounting base by removing hinge from under retaining flap of mounting base See Fig 2 6 2 3 Connect supply cable through pre cut aperture in ceiling to terminal block and fix terminal shroud supplied See Fig 1 6 2 4 Ensuring pre cut aperture is large enough to accommodate terminal shroud fix the mounting base to the ceiling utilizing the fixing screws supplied 6 2 5 Re hinge Smoke Alarm onto mounting base ensuring hinge is held securely under retaining flap of mounting base Fig 2 6 2 6 Align and slide smoke alarm up onto mounting base Fig 2 amp 3 then slide in the reverse direction of arrow to ensure proper connection 6 2 7 Switch on power and check the green light on alarm cover It should be lit when mains power is switched on indicating that the smoke alarm is properly connected to the mounting base 6 2 8 Secure Tamper Locking Screw supplied to smoke alarm 6 2 9 Test alarm by pressing Test button Figure 1 Figure 2 1 1 Base plate and terminal cover install
18. ubstitute for an insurance policy 12 12 This smoke alarm alone will not alert the hearing impaired Use special purpose smoke alarm with lights or vibrating devices for those hard of hearing 12 13 Heat alarms are available to offer greater security when used in conjunction with smoke alarms 13 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS IONISATION CHAMBER ie SMOKE PARTICLES A man made radio active element Americium 241 is used in this design This element ionises the air round it and as a result excellent conductivity is possible refer to illustration showing Clear Air Current supplied by either the mains power where applicable or the battery would pass through the gap with ease without causing any alarm However in the event of particles arising from combustion or dust particles refer illustration showing Smoke entering the Sensing Chamber it encapsulates the ionised air This interaction causes an increased resistance to conductivity When this occurs the alarm is activated Tonisation type smoke alarm is best for detecting flaming fires PHOTOELECTRIC CLEAR AIR A light transmission source and a photosensitive receiver is used in this design Light that is transmitted fall upon the receiver When smoke or dust enters the light path some of the light is scattered The result of a increase of light falling upon the photosensitive receiver will cause an alarm Photoelectric smoke
19. unted on walls is unpredictable and that this mounting position is not recommended when ceiling mounting can be implemented 1 11 When mounting the alarm at the apex of a sloping ceiling it should be located a minimum of 500mm from the apex but should not exceed 1500mm see diagram 1 12 Locate smoke alarm at both ends of a bedroom hallway if the hallway is more than 9m long 1 13 May be located near kitchen area not over cooking surface because of HUSH Control feature 1 14 We do not recommend installation in areas of high condensation such as bathrooms due to potential for false alarms INSTALLATION OF SMOKE ALARM APEX OF CEILING WALL JUNCTION SLOPING CEILING CEILING 300mm min i www HEAT amp gt SMOKE gt FROM FIRE gt BEST l HERE NEVER Q HERE 7 ACCEPTABLE HERE p 4 up WOE Kew WWO AAAAAVAAAAAAAALLY AREAS FOR SMOKE ALARMS SIDE HEAT amp SMOKE bit FROM FIRE TYPICAL MULTIPLE SINGLE FLOOR FLOOR INSTALLATION BEDROOM wc BATH LOUNGE ROOM KITCHEN Smoke alarms for minimum protection O Smoke alarms for additional protection INSTALLATION OF SMOKE ALARM IMPORTANT INCORRECT ORIENTATION OF SMOKE ALARM MAY DECREASE OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS 2 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION 2 1 Mobile homes built in the past five to seven years have been designed and insulated to be energy efficient Install smoke alarms as recommended refer to RECOMMENDED LOCATION
20. used to activate a single Smoke alarm or interconnected Smoke Alarms to alert residents occupants that an alarm has been activated elsewhere and there may be cause to evacuate the area The diagram below shows the 9V terminal and the Signal terminal marked SW connected to the N O normally open contacts of a suitable relay the coil of which when energized from an extra low voltage signal from an alarm panel closes the contacts thereby activating the Smoke Alarm s This can be an Early Warning Indicator System Note The presence of an audible sound from the smoke alarm and the absence of a latched RED Alarm LED in the smoke alarm s means the smoke alarm s have been activated externally It is an Early Warning Indicator However check also for the presence of fire or smoke in the vicinity of your dwellings If there is fire follow actions in Section 15 It is essential that the relay and associated base must be of a type providing effective isolation between the coil and contacts having an isolation voltage Dielectric Strength of 4kV and creep clearance distances of no less than 8mm between the coil and contacts We recommend using an OMRON Relay Type G2R 2 SN and Base Type 17X5W which meet the necessary isolation requirements The use of an unsuitable relay and base could also lead to an electric shock risk The wiring between the Smoke Alarm and the relay must be installed in accordance with the relevant requirements of the SAA Wiring

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