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1. 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ee 1 ILEK P Kidde Smoke and Heat alarm lt Fyrnetics Owner s Manual 230V Interconnectable Mains Operated Alarms For models 1SF23 9HI 1SF23 9HIR 1SF23 9HIRE 2SF23 9HI 2SF23 9HIR 2SF23 9HIRE 3SF23 9HI 3SF23 9HIR 3SF23 9HIRE Your home is protected with a KIDDE Fyrnetics alarm s Please read through our guide in full It should be retained for future reference Cut out page 6 and pin up near your Consumer Unit Fuse Box Kidde Fyrnetics recommends for maximum protection that both ionisation and photo elec tric optical smoke alarms be installed lonisation sensing alarms may detect invisible fire particles associated with fast flaming fires sooner than photoelectric alarms Photoelectric sensing alarms may detect visible fire particles associated with slow smoul dering fires sooner than ionisation alarms Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable For maximum protection Kidde recommends that both lonisation and Photoelectric alarms be installed Heat alarms are useful in areas with condensation dust high humidity such as kitchens and lofts Heat alarms MUST ALWAYS be interconnected to smoke alarms Electrical rating 230V AC z 50Hz 80mA max per alarm maximum 80mA for originating unit with 24 alarms interconnected Lic No 7861 Lic No 503753 Applicable to 1SF amp 2SF Series BS 5446 Pt 1 2000 BS 5446 Pt 2 2003 Applicable to 3SF Series K2. are redecorating your home paint fumes can contaminate the alarm tem porarily cover the unit with a plastic bag during this time the alarm will not function Never paint the alarm Only remove the bag when the paint is thoroughly dry A If you extend your property review your alarm requirements Smoke heat alarms should be replaced every 10 years or sooner These products are designed for domestically scaled premises 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ee 10 13 Limitations of Smoke Heat Alarms Warning Smoke alarms are devices that can provide early warning of possible fires at a reasonable cost however alarms have sensing limitations lonisation sensing alarms may detect invisible fire particles associated with fast flaming fires sooner than photoelectric alarms Photoelectric sensing alarms may detect visible fire particles associated with slow smouldering fires sooner than ionisation alarms Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable For maximum protection Kidde recommends that both lonisation and Photoelectric alarms be installed Heat alarms are useful in areas with condensation dust high humidity such as kitchens and lofts Heat alarms MUST ALWAYS be interconnected to smoke alarms Heat alarms are triggered when a temperature of 57 C is reached they are not suitable for use as a fire safety device independently they must always be used in conjunction and inter connected to smoke alarms
3. leaving children home alone c cleaning with flammable liquids such as gasoline Installation Date Alarm Model s Installer Landlord Tel F Kidde Kidde Safety Europe Mathisen Way Colnbrook SL3 OHB UK Fyrnetics www kiddefyrnetics co uk 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ee 7 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ae 8 6 Mod Checking Battery Back up on Rechargeable Long Life odels There is no user replaceable battery on rechargeable models This will be indicated on the product additionally there is no battery compartment To check charge on these mod els switch off the alarms AC supply at the Consumer Unit Fuse Box The green L E D will go out Push the test button to check battery only mode works If the rechargeable battery is depleted the low battery beep will be heard once every 40 seconds If the alarm has received AC mains power for a minimum of 3 days prior to this you will need to have the unit changed by your installer or Landlord Maintenance Your alarm is a life saving device Spending a few minutes each month in vacuuming off any excess dust will enhance its perform ance and reduce the likelihood of nuisance alarms Vacuum up to the grill and through the slots where dust talc etc can enter Wipe off with a very mildly damp cloth Never use clean ing agents polishes etc ez Fons ONY anonn Y Never attempt to open the inside of the alarm this will invalidate its guar
4. Loose batteries where fitted must be of the specified type in good condition and installed properly AC only powered alarms will not operate if AC power has been cut off such as by an electrical fire an open fuse or loss of mains supply All alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the alarm circuits are in good oper ating condition 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 sys tems for dwelling units are capable of protecting about half of the occupants in potentially fatal fires Victims can be involved with the fire too old or young or physically or mentally impaired such that they cannot escape even when warned early enough that escape should be possible For these peo ple other strategies such as protection in place or assisted escape or rescue are necessary Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the unit Therefore smoke alarms may not sense fires starting in chimneys walls on roofs on the other side of a closed door or on a different floor If the alarm is located outside the bedroom or on a different floor it may not wake up a sound sleeper Equally heat alarms will only be triggered if they are correctly sited to detect heat The use of alcohol or drugs may also impair ones ability to hear the alarm For maximum protection a sm
5. antee 8 What to do in an Emergency If an alarm sounds without anyone pressing the test button you have a potential emer gency Don t panic you will need to think clearly to ensure all family members escape as soon as possible Never stop to collect belongings etc they are replaceable Check the temperature of door handles or doors to check if hot if hot do not open them a fire will be raging the other side of the door Find an alternative escape route Keep doors windows closed to contain the fire after you have passed through them Call 999 from a neighbour s phone or call box This is preferable to using a mobile Do not re enter the property until advised it is safe to do so by a Fire Brigade Officer Always be aware of the dangers of fire and ensure your alarms are functioning together with equipment such as fire extinguishers fire blankets etc p 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ae 9 9 Troubleshooting A Always turn off the mains supply to AC alarms before checking connections etc Symptom Possible cause solutions 1 Green L E D not lit a Loss of mains power check at Consumer Unit for Blown Fuse or tripped Circuit Breaker b Check cables at back of alarm are correctly seated wired in and the alarm is pushed fully home see Battery Changing section 2 Frequent nuisance See sections 2 3 4 and 7 If sited incorrectly not alarms regularly cleaned as sect
6. ble CAUTION FOR LITHIUM ONLY Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type batteries to be changed See Section 6 vi When you have fitted a fresh battery check test button if horn sounds then reverse the process above reconnect to the mains and switch circuit back on at Consumer Unit If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician as mains electricity can be hazardous 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ae 6 Good Safety Habits seton 1 N Develop and practice a plan of escape 3 Detach and display next to your Consumer Unit Fuse Box 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 Current studies have shown smoke alarms may not awaken all sleeping individ uals 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 awak ened by the alarm sound or to those who may be incapable of safely evacuating the area unassisted 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 lad der Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan showing everyone what to do in case of a fire Determine a place outside your home where you can meet if a fire occurs Familiarise
7. ces If alarm has been damaged modified neglected dismantled contaminated abused or altered after the date of purchase or if it fails to operate due to incorrect selection siting installation maintenance or inadequate AC or DC electrical power or damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied The liability of Kidde Fyrnetics arising from the sale of this alarm or under the terms of this guarantee shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement of the alarm in no case shall be liable for consequential loss or damaged resulting from the failure of the alarm or for the breach of this or any other guarantee express or implied or for damages caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights Kidde Fyrnetics makes no guarantee express or implied written or oral including that of satis factory quality or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to the battery except built in rechargeable Long Life cells D p
8. ding work is being carried out close to alarm temporarily cover with a plastic bag or the dust cover supplied If the alarm chirps every 30 40 seconds it indicates the battery needs replacing you are in rented property advise your Landlord If e If there is any question to the cause of an alarm it should be assumed that the alarm was due to an actual fire and the dwelling should be evacuated immediately Smoke and heat alarms will only function if properly selected located installed and maintained as per Kidde Fyrnetics instruction manuals 3 Types of Alarm a Power Supply DC alarms 9V battery powered units but will only function if battery is in good condition check regularly BS5839 Pt6 Grade F AC DC alarms 230V mains for professional installation Interconnectable to other Kidde Fyrnetics AC Alarms so all will sound when one is triggered If mains power is lost will oper ate via battery power if batteries are fresh properly installed Some models use replaceable 9V PP3 type batteries others sealed in recharge able Long Life batteries BS5839 Pt6 Grade D This type is the minimum grade acceptable on new or materially altered dwellings AC alarms 230V mains for professional installation Minimum required by UK Building Regulations in new homes Interconnectable to other Kidde Fyrnetics AC Alarms so all will sound when one is triggered Will not function if mains power lo
9. everyone with the sound of the alarm and train them to leave your home when they hear it Practice a fire drill at least every six months including fire drills at night Ensure that small children hear the alarm and wake when it sounds They must wake up in order to execute the escape plan Practice allows all occupants to test your plan before an emergency You may not be able to reach your children It is important they know what to do What to do when the Alarm Sounds ection 12 Alert small children in the home Leave immediately by your escape plan Every second counts so don t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables In leaving don t open any inside door without first feeling its surface If hot or you see smoke seeping through cracks don t open that door Instead use your alternative exit If the inside of the door is cool place your shoulder against it open it slightly and be ready to slam it shut if heat and smoke rush in Stay close to the floor if the air is smoky Breathe shallowly through a cloth wet if possible Once outside go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there Call the fire brigade on 999 from your neighbour s home or a call box not from yours Don t return to your home until the fire officials say that it is all right to do so There are situations where a smoke alarm may not be effective to protect against fire For instance a smoking in bed b
10. f alarm Review with your installer or Landlord after cleaning as described in Section 7 Maintenance 5 Battery Checking Changing Loose Battery Models a Low Battery Indicator AC models with loose battery only If you hear the alarm chirp continuously every 30 40 seconds at the same time as the led flashes and have not just pressed the hush button it indicates the battery voltage is at an unacceptably low level Replace the battery at the next possible opportunity b Battery Change i Firstly isolate the mains supply at the consumer unit by identifying the appropriate circuit This may be a dedicated fuse marked Fire Smoke Alarms or with a symbol such as If you rent your property your Landlord may arrange this service for you The green L E D should now be out If not recheck before proceed ing See page 5 section v 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ae 5 ii Slide screwdriver blade in recess to unlock from base as indicated by arrow on red sticker iii Unclip and slide alarm as illustrated iv Note correct position of battery and install replacement type as listed below The alarm cannot be replaced without a battery installed v Reverse procedure to re install alarm We recommend the use of alkaline for a longer service life Battery type code nos Alkaline type Duracell MN1604 Duracell Ultra MX1604 Energizer 6LR61 On rechargeable models there are no user servicea
11. ged XK Hush Button This feature temporarily desensitises the alarm circuit for approximately 7 minutes This fea ture is to be used only when a known alarm condition such as fumes from cooking activates the alarm The alarm is desensitised by pushing the HUSH button on the alarm cover If the smoke is not too dense the alarm will silence immediately and chirp every 30 40 seconds for approximately 7 minutes This indicates that the alarm is in a temporarily desensitised condition The alarm will automatically reset after approximately 7 minutes and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present The HUSH feature can be used repeatedly until the air has been cleared of the condition causing the alarm When several alarms are interconnected pushing the Hush button will hush all but the triggering alarm The trigger ing alarm is signified by a rapidly flashing red LED For safety reasons the triggering alarm signal can only be silenced by activating the Hush button on the unit Note Dense smoke will override the hush control feature and sound a continuous alarm Caution Before using the alarm hush feature identify the source of the smoke and be certain a safe condition exists On heat alarms with hush the alarms sensor has detected a high temperature e g 57 C Check for possible causes carefully d Nuisance Alarms Warning Persistent nuisance alarms indicates incorrect type and or siting o
12. idde Safety Europe Mathisen Way Colnbrook SL3 OHB UK www kiddefyrnetics co uk Kidde Fyrnetics 2006 INSTALLER PLEASE LEAVE IN SAFE PLACE FOR HOUSEHOLDER SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Contents Section i gt Alami RANJE rssi sayin eedone dane bene srepek eens 2 Section 2 Important Information 00 cece eee eee eee 2 Section 3 Types Of Alarm 0 cece eee een dea irani 2 Section 4 How to Operate Test the Alarm 000s cece eee eee 3 Section 5 Battery Checking Changing 00 e cece eee eee 4 Section 6 Checking Battery Back up on Rechargeable Long Life Models 8 Section 7 IM INtOMANCE essri wavdae eedcae hat haesee een ane adhe wea oe 8 Section 8 What to doin an Emergency ese e eee eee eee 8 Section 9 Troubleshooting 0 c cece cece e eee ee 9 Secon 10 USeTUl HINS sessie why aukene che cameheasaieslactaaa don Eee 9 Section 11 Good Safety Habits Cut off Section 00 c cee 6 Section 12 What to do when the Alarm Sounds Cut off Section 6 Section 13 Limitation of Smoke Heat Alarms 0 000 e cece eee 10 Section 14 Service and Guarantee 0 cece cece 10 Read this manual thoroughly and follow its instructions regarding regular maintenance it could save your life 1385 7201 04 p 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ee 2 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Waste electrical p
13. ion 11 nuisance alarms can occur 3 Alarm chirps every 40 See section 5 if the hush button has been pressed seconds the unit will chirp for 7 minutes to indicate it is in hush mode 4 Alarm does not sound See parts 1a and 1b above Have installer re check when test button wiring if Green LED is illuminated but alarm does not pressed and held appear to function If no Green LED check consumer unit Alarm with still function on battery power if bat tery is in serviceable state lt Red LED will blink about once a minute to confirm gt Check via Test Button 5 Interconnected alarms See part 1b above consult a qualified electrician or do not sound when test your Landlord to remedy as soon as possible button is pressed and held 10 Useful Hints Smoke heat alarms can only operate correctly if smoke particles heat reach the unit Correct selection siting and installation are covered in the installers manual who fitted your alarm s Building Regulations require new homes to have 1 hard wired smoke alarm per floor and to be interlinked From 2000 they will additionally require an interlinked heat alarm to be fitted in most kitchens too i e 3 alarms per property With the exception of garages kitchens bathrooms it is recommended that smoke alarms are fitted in every room and outside all sleeping areas too A professional electrician should be employed for all mains powered hard wired alarms If you
14. oke alarm should be installed in each sleeping area on every level of a home Hearing impaired occupiers should consider fitting additional strobe accessories to give a visual alarm Although smoke heat alarms can help save lives by providing an early warning of a fire they are not a substitute for an insurance policy Home owners and renters should have adequate insurance to protect their property If after reviewing this manual you feel that your smoke alarm is defective in any way do not tamper with the unit Refer to Section 13 Contact your Installer Wholesale Distributor or Landlord 14 Service and Guarantee Guarantee Kidde Fyrnetics guarantees to you as a purchaser that the enclosed smoke alarm will be free of defects in material workmanship or design under normal use and service for a period of 6 years excluding any loose batery supplied This extends to 10 years on Hard Wired Rechargeable Long Life products from the date of installation including the back up battery powercell The Guarantee is not assignable Our liability to you under this guarantee is limited to repairing or replacing any part which we find to be defective in material workmanship or design free of charge to the customer who is situated within the UK upon sending the alarm with proof of date of purchase postage prepaid to Kidde Safety Europe Mathisen Way Colnbrook SL3 OHB UK The terms of this guarantee will not apply in the following circumstan
15. reen L E D light will be on The red L E D will blink every 30 40 seconds to indicate the sensor is operating cor rectly If the alarm senses products of combustion its 85dB horn will be activated The red L E D will flash rapidly on the alarm sensing smoke heat Other interconnected alarms will also sound to warn those in other parts of the property This will continue until the sensor chamber is clear In the case of a heat alarm it will be triggered when the temperature reaches 57 C and return to its standby mode when the temperature drops to normal levels On optical alarms if the red L E D blinks every 30 40 seconds and the alarm chirps inbetween it indicates failure of the sensing chamber Regularly check and ensure that the green L E D is lit if not check the con sumer unit circuit breaker connection As with previous point above if in doubt consult an electrician or your Landlord p 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ae 4 b Testing Utilise the test button to test the alarm Do not use naked flames as this does not repli cate smoke and may cause physical damage to the alarm or ignite combustible materi als and start a structure fire Test all your alarms weekly remember they are life saving devices protecting the family and home Press and hold the test button until the alarm sounds All interconnected alarms will also sound Do not stand too close to the alarm during testing hearing may be dam a
16. roducts should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your Local Authority or retail er for recycling advice 1 Alarm Range Interconnectable 230V Hard Wired Alarms x 1SF23 9HIR Mains ionisation alarm with sealed in rechargeable back up cells 1SF23 9HI Mains ionisation alarm with alkaline back up cell 2SF23 9HIR Mains optical alarm with sealed in rechargeable back up cells 2SF23 9HI Mains optical alarm with alkaline back up cell 3SF23 9HIR Mains heat alarm with sealed in rechargeable back up cells 3SF23 9HI Mains heat alarm with alkaline back up cell Also interconnectable to all Kidde Fyrnetics Hard Wired 230V Smoke Heat amp CO Alarms 2 Important Information This alarm is designed for installation by a qualified electrician in accordance with the latest I E E Regulations and in regard to relevant Building Regulations BS Codes of Practice Hard wired smoke or heat alarms require a constant 230V AC supply Battery Back up models additionally require a healthy battery too A healthy mains supply is indicated by a constant green L E D mains indicator Test the alarm weekly by pressing and holding the test button The alarm and all those interconnected to it will sound Vacuum your alarms regularly to reduce the likelihood of nuisance alarms caused by dust contamination Never paint or expose alarm to water this is a 230V alarm If painting or buil
17. st BS5839 Pt6 Grade E p 1385 7201 04 2007 6 12 6 05 PM ee 3 b Alarm Types lonisation lon alarms are the most common type and provide early detection against fast flaming fires and other fires Most suitable for dining and living room areas lon alarms contain 0 9 microcurie of Americium 241 a radioactive material UK Home Office and BS5839 Pt6 recommend however that optical alarms are also used especially in locations where steam or cooking fumes from a nearby room could cause nuisance alarms No one type of alarm is considered suitable for all locations Clear Air Smoke Particles lt Radio Active Material Optical Photo Electric alarms are increasingly used and are less prone to nuisance alarms from cooking fumes They are therefore the recommended type in BS5839 Pt6 for fitting near kitchen areas and on escape routes circulation spaces Clear Air Photosensitive t Cell Heat alarms are for use in areas where lon or Optical smoke alarms would be unsuit able e g kitchens boiler rooms garages However they must always be used intercon nected to smoke alarms do not use in isolation They will typically go into alarm when the temperature reaches 57 C Suitable for new Building Regulations applicable 1 7 2000 regarding use in kitchens 4 How to Operate Test the Alarm a Operation and L E D Status When your alarm is correctly installed to the mains supply the g
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