INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL
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1. 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 1 _ LIFESAVER LIFESAVER pa onl dH PA silhouette MODEL LIF5800RF INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL FLUSH DESIGN PHOTO ELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM 240VAC MAINS POWERED SINGLE STATION AND OR INTERCONNECTABLE 24 UNITS PHOTO ELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM BUILT IN RECHARGEABLE BATTERY BACKUP TEST HUSH CONTROL AND LOW BATTERY INDICA TION IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS SMOKE ALARM WARNING Disconnecting AC connector from smoke alarm will render this smoke alarm inactive SPECIFICATION ELECTRICAL RATING 240VAC 50Hz 80mA per alarm and interconnectable to 24 alarms WARNING THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST ONLY BE WIRED TOA 240Vac 50Hz SINE WAVE CURRENT SUPPLY ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 2 CONTENTS RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS n 1 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS Race tie ar nnuaendiaed 3 AVOID THESE LOCATIONS ssn 3 FALSE APA ee 4 INSTALLATION OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE BATTERY TEST 12 REPAIRS AND SERVICES ennn 12 GOOD SAFETY HABITS 12 THE LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS eeen 13 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS eeen 15 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE 16 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE WARNING INSULATION TEST WARRANTY AND LIABILITY hmnee nnee ded 19 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 1 1 RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS 11 1 2 183 142. ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 13 10 THE LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS 10 1 Smoke alarms are devices that can provide early warning of possible developing fires at a reasonable cost 10 2 Alarms have sensing limitations Ionisation sensing alarm may detect invisible fire particles associated with fast flaming fires sooner than Photo electric alarms Photo electric sensing alarm may detect visible fire particles associated with slow flaming fires sooner than lonisation alarms 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 We strongly recommend that both ionisation and photoelectric smoke alarms be installed to help insure maximum detection of the various types of fires that can occur within the home 10 3 Smoke alarms have certain limitations For battery powered smoke alarms the battery must be in good condition and installed properly 10 4 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 10 5 Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to ensure that the batteries and alarm circuit are in good operating condition 10 6 Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the alarm Therefore smoke alarm may not se
3. viduals and that it is the responsibility of individuals in the household that are capable of assisting others to provide assistance to those who may not be awakened by the alarm sound or to those who may be incapable of safely evacuating the area unassisted 13 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS 15 1 Alert small children in the home 15 2 Leave immediately by your plan of escape Every second counts so don t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables 15 3 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 4 Stay close to the floor if air is smoky Breathe shallowly through a wet cloth if possible 15 5 Once outside go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there 15 6 Call the Fire Brigade from your neighbour s home not from yours 15 7 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 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 18 14 INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE 16 1 Before you connect the mains power check wiring polarity 16 2 A new smoke alarm with built in rechargeable battery may have low battery voltage due to storage It may requi
4. 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 3 2 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION 2 1 Modern mobile homes have been designed and insulated to be energy efficient Install smoke alarms as recommended refer to RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS 22 In older 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 500mm 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 NOTE TEST YOUR SMOKE ALARM OPERATION AFTER MOBILE HOME VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE WEEK DURING USE So AVOID THESE LOCATIONS 3 1 Do not locate your alarm in the garage products of combustion are present when you start your automobile Use Lifesaver Heat Alarm in this location 3 2 Do not locate your alarm in front of forced air supply ducts used for heating and air conditioning and other high air flow areas 3 3 Do not locate your alarm less than 500mm from the peak of an A frame type ceiling 3 4 Do not locate your alarm in areas wher
5. 1 18 WARNING This alarm cannot be operated from power derived from a square wave modified square wave or modified sine wave inverter These type of inverters are sometimes used to supply power to the structure in off grid installations such as solar or wind derived power sources These power sources produce high peak voltages that will damage the alarm PSA recommend the smoke alarms to be installed on its own subcircuit to avoid false alarms and nuisance chirping that may be caused by electromagnetic interferences from other electrical equipment de j lt q Mi m Clip AA 5mm NS figure ceing DZ FJ i fn Cut a 90mm circular hole TE Him Cut a 90mm circular hole in the ceiling or ceiling tile When mounting in suspended ceilings there should be at least 100mm between the lower surface of the tile and the hard surface above Insert the connector into the back of the alarm 3 Fold the plastic ceiling clips back till to 180 degree position and hold it by hands Insert the clips and smoke alarm into the hole of the ceiling 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 9 6 OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 6 1 Operation 6 1 1 The smoke alarm is operational once all wires are properly connected The smoke alarm is correctly installed on connector cable and the alarm has been tested 6 1 2 There are two LED indicators Each of them has a
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7. see diagram NOTE The performance of smoke alarms mounted on walls is unpredictable and this mounting position is not recommended when ceiling mounting can be implemented ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 2 5 RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS the alarm at the apex of a sloping ceiling it should be located at least 500mm away from the apex but should not exceed Locate smoke alarm at both ends of a bedroom hallway or large room Do not locate smoke alarms in kitchen areas due to potential nuisance 1 1 11 When mounting 1500mm see diagram 1 12 if the hallway or room is more than 9m long 1 13 alarms from cooking fumes 1 14 Australia BCA Smoke alarms shall be installed according to the Building Codes of INSTALLATION OF SMOKE ALARM APEX OF SLOPING CEILING AREAS FOR SMOKE ALARMS HEAT amp SMOKE FROM FIRE SINGLE FLOOR BEDROOM Ro wic BATH ole o LOUNGE ROOM BIRM HALL BIRM i e g KITCHEN FJ LOUNGE BEDROOM BEDROOM O Kirchen oinine BECK r RUMPUS CEILING WALL JUNCTION CEILING 300mm min DEAD AIR SPACE HEATA D SIDE WALL TYPICAL MULTIPLE FLOOR INSTALLATION Smoke alarms for minimum protection O Smoke alarms for additional protection IMPORTANT INCORRECT ORIENTATION OF SMOKE ALARM MAY DECREASE OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS ORo 1399 7201 00 V4
8. such that they cannot escape even when warned early enough that escape should be possible For these people other strategies such as protection in place or assisted escape or rescue are necessary 14 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 15 11 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS IONISATION CHAMBER CLEAR AIR SMOKE SMOKE Z PART ICLES E 60 2 el e 6 VN E E RADIO KAZ ACTIVE MATERIAL 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 Ionisation type smoke alarm is best for detecting flaming fires 15 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 16 11 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS PHOTOELECTRIC CHAMBER CLEAR AIR _ LAAAAAA L LIGHT m SOURCE LENS PHOTOSENSITIVE SMOKE PARTICLES A light transmis
9. 1 5 1 6 1 10 Locate an alarm for each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms Try to monitor 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 Locate additional alarms to MONITOR any stairway as stairways act like chimneys for smoke and heat Locate at least one alarm on every floor level Locate an alarm in every room where a smoker sleeps Locate an alarm in every room where electrical appliances are operated i e portable heaters or humidifiers Locate an alarm in every room where someone sleeps with the door closed The closed door may prevent an alarm not located in that room from waking the sleeper 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 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 When mounting alarms on the ceiling locate it at least 300mm away from the side wall and 300mm away from any corner see diagram When mounting alarms on a wall use the inside wall The recommended position is between 300mm and 500mm off the ceiling
10. altered after the date of purchase or if it fails to operate due to improper maintenance 16 3 To the extent permitted by law the liability of PSA Products Pty Ltd arising from the sale or under the terms of this limited warranty shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement 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 product 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 16 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 consumer replaceable battery if any A product with non serviceable built in battery is covered under warranty of the product as per point 18 1 16 5 This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you have under law Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure What constitutes a major failure is set out in the Au
11. e temperatures may fall below 5 C or rise above 45 C or in humidity higher than 85 as these conditions may reduce battery life ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 4 3h AVOID THESE LOCATIONS 3 5 Avoid dusty areas dust particles may cause smoke alarm to false alarm or fail to alarm Use Lifesaver Heat Alarm in this location to avoid false alarms 3 6 Avoid very humid areas or near a bathroom moisture can cause false alarm 3 7 Avoid insect infested areas 3 8 Do not locate alarm within 0 9m of the following the door to a kitchen the door to a bathroom containing a tub or shower ceiling or whole house ventilating fans or other high flow areas 3 9 Avoid locating near fluorescent lights or other electrical equipment Electronic magnetic interferences or noise may cause nuisance alarms or chirping 3 10 Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the combination alarm and guard has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose 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 kitchen 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 fo
12. he battery Do not confuse with Hush mode Fault Red light is SOLID If the red light is constantly solid for more than 15 minutes and there is no sign of alarms Could mean a potential fault with the unit Replace the alarm Do not confuse with memory latch 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 12 7 BATTERY TEST NOTE NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE TA Rechargeable battery must be checked periodically We recommend a periodic weekly battery test 7 2 Smoke alarm must be connected to mains power for 8 hours for the battery to be fully charged 73 If the battery is weak the Red LED will flash every 43 seconds and sound a chirp We recommend that you check the AC mains power and allow up to 8 hours to fully charge the battery If chirping continues even after sufficient charging we recommend you replace the smoke alarm 8 REPAIRS AND SERVICES 8 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 Service charges may apply Note NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 9 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 9 1 smoking in bed 9 2 leaving children home alone 9 3 cleaning with flammable liquids such as petrol 12
13. nse fires starting in chimneys walls on roofs on the other side of a closed door or on a different floor 10 7 If 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 10 8 Smoke alarms have been significant in saving lives in many parts of the world However U S Government research 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 10 9 Although smoke alarms can help save lives by providing early warnings of a fire they are not a substitute for an insurance policy 13 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 14 10 THE LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS 10 10 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 10 11 Heat alarms are available to offer greater security when used in conjunction with smoke alarms 10 12 Life safety from fire in residential occupancies is based primarily on early notification to occupants of the need to escape followed by the appropriate egress actions by those occupants Fire warning systems for dwelling units are capable of protecting about half of the occupants in potentially fatal fires Victims are often intimate with the fire too old or young or physically or mentally impaired
14. r 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 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 5 Sb INSTALLATION WARNING THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST BE INSTALLED BY 5 1 5 1 1 QUALIFIED LICENSED ELECTRICIANS ONLY Wiring Instructions 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 Connecting the smoke alarm on the AC terminal cable will activate the lithium battery Please note the long absence of mains power may damage the rechargeable battery Warranty is void if the battery is damaged If the mains power is turned off for a long period of time for example if the build ing is not occupied disconnect the smoke alarm from the terminal cable When mains power is turned on ensure the smoke alarm is then connected to the terminal cable The battery may be low in new smoke alarms please allow up to 8 hours for the battery to fully charge Smoke alarms may chirp until the battery is fully charged When recharging do not press Test and Hush button This Smoke Alarm can only interconnect with LIFESAVER Model 5000 5800 5800RL 3000 4800RL Smoke Alarms Heat Alarm model HA240 and visual Signaling Device model SL240 and isola
15. re up to 8 hours for charging on mains power to bring its battery to full capacity The smoke alarm may chirp until the battery is fully charged 16 3 If the alarm chirps again press the Test button to check the battery condition 16 4 If chirps persists replace smoke alarm and return to your supplier for replacement NOTE NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 15 WARNING INSULATION TEST 15 1 UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST AN INSULATION RESISTANCE TEST BE CARRIED OUT ON A CIRCUIT TO WHICH A SMOKE ALARM IS FITTED 15 2 THE TEST COULD CAUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL CIRCUITRY OF THE SMOKE ALARM AND MAKE IT INOPERATIVE 15 3 THE WARRANTY WOULD BE VOID UNDER SUCH CIRCUMSTANCES NOTE WEEKLY TESTING IS RECOMMENDED 18 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 19 16 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 16 1 PSA Products Pty Ltd ABN 99 076 468 703 of 17 Millicent Street Burwood 3125 Victoria Australia warrants this product for a period of five years from the date of purchase as reflected on the Authorised Reseller s or Distributor s invoice receipt provided to you PSA Products Pty Ltd will repair or replace the product at the option of PSA Products 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 16 2 This warranty shall not apply to the product if it has been damaged modified abused or
16. sion 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 or absorbed The result of a reduction of light falling upon the photosensitive receiver will cause an alarm Photoelectric smoke alarm is best for detecting smouldering fires 12 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE BASIC OF ESCAPE PLAN 12 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 12 2 Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan showing everyone what to do in case of fire 12 3 Determine a place outside your home where all of you can meet if a fire occurs 12 4 Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and practice leaving your home when they hear it 16 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 17 12 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE 12 5 Practice a fire drill at least every six months including drills at nights 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 12 6 Install and maintain fire extinguishers on every level of the home and in the kitchen basement and garage Know how to use a fire extinguisher prior to an emergency 12 7 Current studies have shown smoke alarms may not awaken all sleeping indi
17. 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 Terminals are marked as follows MARKINGS Red A ACTIVE White s SWITCH WIRE FOR INTERCONNECTION ONLY Blue N NEUTRAL 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 Note For interconnection of smoke alarms to Fire Panel or Auxiliary devices use only LIFESAVER Isolation Relay Model RK10A 9 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 7 5 INSTALLATION EXAMPLE OF MULTIPLE ALARM WIRING FUSE ON CIRCUIT BREAKER CONNECTION TO A MAXIMUM OF 24 SMOKE ALMARMS s awie sar RED_ p Y Maack snack LIFESAVER LIFESAVER ENNE INTERCONNECT INTERCONNECT HEAT SMOKE SMOKE ALARM ALARM ALARM 5 1 15 This Smoke Alarm can be interconnectable only with other PSA 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 5 1 16 When interconnected all Smoke Alarms will sound upon activation ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 8 5 INSTALLATION 5 1 17 5
18. stralian Consumer Law 16 6 To make a claim under warranty take the product with a proof of purchase to the store where you purchased the product or contact PSA Products Pty Ltd Phone 03 9888 9889 or Email enquiry psaproducts com au with details proof of purchase or expense claim in writing ORo 19 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 20 Warranty Form Register this product for warranty to ensure fast and effective service Please visit our website www psaproducts com au to register Otherwise Please retain this warranty section and complete the details below When 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 Owner s Details This smoke alarm has an expected service life of 10 years under normal conditions It is recommended to replace the smoke alarm after 10 years to ensure normal operation 20 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 21 THIS SMOKE ALARM HAS BEEN TESTED AND COMPLIES TO AS3786 DEAR ELECTRICIAN PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS SMOKE ALARM S v be TEMSE Tested and Complies to AS3786 AUSTRALIA PATENT S N 2008200075 AUSTRALIAN ELECTRICAL AUTHORITY CSXXXX Another Quality Product By PSA Products Pty Ltd 17 Millicent Street Burwood Victoria 3125 Ph 1300 PSA PRODUCTS 1300
19. te after approximately 5 minutes If particles of combustion are still present the smoke alarm will sound an alarm 6 2 5 The HUSH feature may be used repeatedly until the air has cleared WARNING Before using the alarm HUSH feature identify the source of smoke and be certain that a safe condition exists 10 10 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 11 6 OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 6 3 Operating and Alarm Characteristics Normal Blue ON Blue LED indicate the AC mains power is present Normal Red FLASHING every Red LED flashes every 38 48 seconds 43 seconds is normal The smoke alarm performs a self test every 38 48 seconds The battery and electronics is tested for the life of the unit Alarm mode Red light is SOLID Indicate smoke alarm has activated and is Smoke alarm in alarm mode The Red LED will latch activated solid for 5 minutes after the alarm and then goes off Alarm mode Red Light is OFF Smoke alarm in full alarm Other intercon Smoke alarm nected units may have activated the alarm activated Check other smoke alarms or devices Hush mode Red light is flashing for Hush mode is activated by pressing the 5 minutes hush button Red LED will flash every 10 seconds for 5 minutes until hush is automatically deactivated See page 10 Low Battery Blue ON Flashing red Smoke alarm chirp every 43 Seconds May light every 43 seconds indicate low battery status Replace t
20. tion relay model RK10A 9 Interconnection with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk and void warranty Due to noise from electromagnetic interference up to 24 units of smoke alarms and compatible products may be interconnected There are three terminals in the supply terminal block marked A S N It is important that the alarm be wired correctly to ensure correct operation Incorrect wiring to the Smoke Alarm will damage the unit and void the warranty A total maximum of 250 meters 820 feet of wire can be used in interconnecting smoke alarms ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 6 S INSTALLATION SA7 5 1 8 5 1 9 5 1 10 5 1 11 5 1 12 5 1 13 5 1 14 All final sub circuit conductors including the signal conductor must be a minimum size of 1mm with 250V grade insulation Interconnected Smoke Alarms must be connected to the same final subcircuit 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 Do not connect AC power wires to S interconnect terminal These will damage smoke alarms Do not connect the S interconnect wire to any device except the S interconnect ter minal of smoke alarm Otherwise smoke alarm will be damage Switch wire S only can drive the RK10A 9 and smoke alarms Smoke alarms should be interconnected only within the confines of a single family living unit If
21. unique function 6 1 3 Red LED 6 1 3 4 Stand by condition will flash once approximately every 43 seconds to indicate unit is functioning properly 6 1 3 B The red LED will flash when unit goes into alarm indicating that products of combustion have been detected The flashing Red LED and pulsating alarm will continue until the air is cleared This smoke alarm is equipped with an alarm memory which provide a visual indication when an alarm has been activated The red LED will be lit solid for 5 minutes if the unit is the initiating alarm For interconnected units the Red LED will flash every 0 5 second 6 1 4 Blue LED 6 1 4 4 AC Mains ON Indicator indicates that the unit is operating with AC power If this LED is off it indicates that the AC power is off 9 9 ORo 1399 7201 00 V4 2012 6 8 10 AM Page 10 6 OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 6 2 False Alarm Hush Control Feature Note Dense smoke will override Hush control feature and sound a continuous alarm 6 2 1 This smoke alarm has the capability of being temporarily desensitized for approximately 5 minutes 6 2 2 The smoke alarm is desensitized by pressing the TEST AND HUSH button on the smoke alarm cover 6 2 3 After pressing the TEST AND HUSH button the alarm will silence immediately and Red LED latch solid for approximately 5 min utes to indicate the alarm is in the temporary desensitized condition 6 2 4 The smoke alarm will automatically reactiva
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