JVC GR-DVL715 Camcorder User Manual
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1. a smoke alarm should be installed in every room or at least on every level of your home American Sensors recommends that hardwire A C Powered smoke alarms be interconnected so that one alarm will trigger all other alarms to sound their alarms Smoke alarms are not fool proof Smoke alarms may not always sense every kind of fire They cannot be expected to sense fires caused by carelessness or by safety hazards They may not give early warning of fast growing fires caused by smoking in bed violent explosions escaping gas improper storage of flammable materials overloaded electrical circuits natural causes such as lightning children playing with matches or arson Smoke alarms are not substitutes for property disability life or other insurance of any kind Home owners and renters should continue to insure their lives and property Consult your insurance agent Smoke alarms have limited lives One or more of the many components could fail at any time Therefore test your moke alarm weekly Clean and take care of it as described in this manual Repair or replace the smoke alarm when it fails to test properly Your smoke alarm should be replaced if it is ten years old lonization Technology vs Photoelectronic Technology D Smoke Alarms QW There are two different types of smoke alarm technology currently in general use ionization and photoelectronic While both types of technology are suitable for general residential us2. may occur with the sensing chamber To avoid nuisance alarms DO NOT place smoke alarms In high humidity areas such as bathrooms and attics Place smoke alarms at least 10 feet 3 meters away from bathrooms In insect infested areas In poorly ventilated kitchens or garages In very dusty and dirty areas Near fluorescent lights Place smoke alarms at least 5 feet 1 5 meters from fluorescent lights Thi ke alarm is suitable for residential it is na to be ee to i or industrial fire alarm panel 6 INSTALLATION AND TESTING This model has an optional Locking K ey to better secure the alarm to inhibit unauthorized removal If securing the alarm is a concern remove and save the Locking KeyZfrom the back plate with needle nosed pliers before installing the alarm See point 12 in this section for more details on this feature A Installation Mount to any standard or rectangular junction box with a minimum depth of 1 inch 2 5 cm 120V AC 55mA operation WARNING Wiring should only be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes WARNING The circuit used to power the moke alarm must be a 24 hour voltage circuit that cannot be turned off by a switch or a ground fault interrupter It is highly recommended that smoke alarms be wired on a separate circuit one with no other lights or appliances to ensure maximum reliability of AC power supply For insta
3. unit originating the alarm will flash rapidly in the event of an alarm With interconnected units this feature allows for an easy check to determine the originator Locking Key The auxiliary locking key provided can be used to lock the smoke alarm to the mounting plate This helps to reduce the risk of unauthorized removal Sensitivity Test Button Test sensitivity as well as circuitry and horn With interconnected units activating test button on one unit will cause all properly interconnected units to sound An important and convenient check of system integrity Quick Disconnect Power Connector For easy installation connect the wires separately from the unit and then pluginto the back of the unit Detachable M ounting Plate For easily securing the alarm to the junction box CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL CAPABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS SAFETY TIPS WHERE TO LOCATE SMOKE ALARMS NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS LOCATIONS TO AVOID INSTALLATION AND TESTING MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING LIMITED WARRANTY OTHER AMERICAN SENSORS PRODUCTS oOmaenHtoauunh wn re 1 CAPABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS American Sensors smoke alarms are designed to provide early warning of fire and smoke at reasonable cost Early warning can mean the difference between a safe escape and no escape at all While smoke alarms can provide invaluable protection for you and your family they do have lim
4. 19 for shipping instructions and a returned goods authorization number RGA Znumber to return to Dicon Global Inc Returned goods must be shipped prepaid A cheque for 5 00 is also required for return postage Please mark the RGA Znumber on the exterior of your package Date code located on back of smoke alarm Dicon Global Inc 20 Steelcase R oad Unit 3 Markham Ontario Canada L3R 1B2 9 AMERICAN SENSORS PRODUCTS American Sensors offers a complete li from this group of f quality products to protected in case o ine of smoke alarms Select ensure your home is fully AMERICAN SENSORS SMOKE ALARMS Basic M odel 9V Battery lonization General Purpose M odel with A larm Pause Feature 9V Battery lonization Hall and Stairways M odel with Emergency Light 2 QV Batteries lonization Extended Life Multi Location with Extended Life Battery with lonization A larm Pause M odel 3 Year Warranty Long Life M ulti Location with A larm Pause M odel Long Life Lithium battery with 10 lonization year warranty Professional H ardwire Multi Location M odel 120 Volt AC lonization Professional H ardwire 120 Volt AC with with Battery Back U p and A larm Pause M odel 9 Volt Back U p lonization Battery AMERICAN SENSORS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS American Sensors also offers a comp Alarms including CO800 Plug In Carbon Monoxi CO810 120Volt AC H
5. AMERICAN SMOKE ALARM MANUAL lonization Type Model 120 VAC Hardwire Model SA 360 Professional Multi Location Model 120 Volt AC Hardwire Smoke A larm T his model is interconnectable with up to 11 other units Important information about your smoke alarm Install alarms outside of every bedroom area and on every floor of your home Please refer to Section 3 W here to Locate Smoke A larmsZ for details Test the alarm weekly by pressing and holding the test button for up to 20 seconds until the alarm sounds The model described in this manual is designed for single family residences including homes and apartments rather than commercial or industrial use Smoke A larm Safety Features Dual lonization Chambers A dvanced design responds to visible or invisible particles of combustion smoke to sense fires in their earliest stages Compensates for changes in humidity and temperature to virtually eliminate snuisanceZ alarms caused by normal atmospheric changes in the home Operating Light LED A continuous green light located behind the dotted case indicates the smoke alarm is receiving AC power Interconnection Interconnection facilities for up to 11 other units using only three wires including AC power When one alarm sounds all properly interconnected smoke alarms follow NOTE Interconnect only with the models specified in Section 6 Alarm Source Indicator The red operating light in the
6. E HOMES NOTE Power supply must be 120 Volts AC for model SA 360 In mobile homes built after 1978 locate the moke alarm as described above Older mobile homes may have little or no insulation compared to the ones built post 1978 These uninsulated exteriors can disrupt airflow around the smoke alarm in hotter or colder weather Locate the alarm only on interior walls 4Zto 6Z 10 to 15 cm from ceiling 1 if you own an older mobile home or 2 if you notice the exterior walls and or ceiling are noticeably cold or warm or 3 if you are uncertain about the quality of insulation Regardless of the age of the mobile home locate alarms throughout to ensure maximum protection Follow the location instructions in this manual 4 NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS For your information the N ational Fire Protection A ssociations Standard 72 reads as follows 2 2 1 1 1 Smoke alarms shall be installed outside of each separate seeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional storey of the family living unit including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics In new construction a smoke alarm also shall be installed in each sleeping room A 2 5 2 1 Smoke Detection A re More Smoke A larms Desirable The required number of moke alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required moke alarms For this reason it is recommended that the hou
7. KET WHEN INSTALLING YOUR SMOKE ALARM 10 Align the plug area on the smoke alarm with the cutout in the gasket and place the smoke alarm on the mounting plate turn clockwise to fasten it to the mounting plate 11 Plug wire connector into the back of the alarm 12 If auxiliary lock is desired insert the Locking Key into the slot in the base of the alarm Locking Key should sclickZinto position and be flush with the alarm housing CAUTION Do not attempt to remove alarm without first removing the Locking Key If the key is not first removed damage may result To remove use a screwdriver and gently pry the Locking Key loose To Use Optional Locking Key Remove from mounting plate with needle nosed pliers and insert in housing 13 Test alarm operation after installation in accordance with Operation H ow to TestZinstructions BLACK WHITE 120VAC 60Hz Cap Unused Wire MODEL SA 360 Outlet Box 120VAC Dual lonization L Twist Connectors Interconnectable lt p Ceiling Smoke Alarm as oll Mounting Plate Supplied Gasket Must Be Installed In Mounting Plate a i Smoke Alarm ka Quick Disconnect Power Connector SINGLE STATION BLACK P Wuite 120VAC 60Hz ORANGE Interconnect Iss MULTIPLE STATION H Note M aximum interconnect wiring length is 150 feet 50 meters IMPORTANT The SA 360 is not interco
8. ardwire C0900 p isplay C0920 Plug In Carbon Monoxi ug In Carbon M onoxi P U C0910 Plug In Carbon Monoxi D ete line of Carbon M onoxide de A larm Carbon Monoxide A larm de A larm with Battery Back de A larm with Digital LED de A larm with Digital LED and Back U p Power Source C01100 Battery Powered Carbon M onoxide A larm for Table Top Travel or Wall M oi AMERICAN unt 120 VAC IONIA TION SMOKE ALARM MODEL SA 360 READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE PUSH amp HOLD TO TEST T his manual contains important information A copy of this manual must be left with the end user 2502 2509 REV 1
9. aterial Do not allow rubbish to accumulate Keep a supply of extra batteries on hand for your battery powered smoke alarms Do not stand too close to the alarm when the unit isin alarm as the oud horn could damage your hearing Never disconnect the battery or the AC power on any type of snoke alarm to silence a nuisance alarm Clear the area of moke by opening doors and windows or fanning the smoke away A WARNING Most important when fire strikes a prepared and practiced escape plan can make the difference between life and death Develop an escape plan and practice it with the entire family including small children Ensure all family members are familiarized with the alarm signal Prepare an escape plan Draw a Floor Plan of Your Home and determine two exits from each room There should be a way to get out of each bedroom without opening the door Have Fire Drills Often Practice your Escape and BE PREPARED Decide on a meeting place at a safe distance from your home IN CASE OF FIRE Dont waste time collecting possessions after a fire starts Arouse all occupants and leave the building Your most valuable possession is your life Doors can mean escape or death Never open doors without first checking for heat Test them with your hands if they feel warm fire may be walled up behind them leave closed and find another escape route Call the fire department from OUTSIDE
10. e an ionization alarm will normally respond faster to fast flaming fires while a photoelectronic alarm may be more sensitive to detecting slow smoldering fires Because home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable in their growth it is impossible to predict which type of alarm will provide the earliest warning For best home protection install at least one photoelectronic and one ionization smoke alarm on each level of your home M oda SA 360 is an ionization type smoke alarm A photoelectronic smoke alarm senses smoke using an electronic photo receptor to sense the scattering of light by smoke particles 2 SAFETY TIPS Properly installed and maintained smoke alarms are an essential part of a good home fire safety program Your fire safety program should also include a review of fire hazards and the elimination of dangerous conditions whenever possible Consider the following tips Use smoking materials properly N ever smoke in bed Keep matches and cigarette lighters away from children Store flammable materials in proper containers N ever use them near an open flame or sparks Keep electrical appliances in good condition Do not overload electrical circuits Keep stoves fireplaces chimneys and barbecue grills grease free Make sure they are properly installed and away from any combustible materials Keep portable heaters and open flames such as candles away from combustible m
11. itations Smoke alarms cannot work without power Battery operated alarms will not work without proper batteries with dead batteries or if batteries are not properly installed AC powered alarms will not work if their AC power supply is cut off by an electrical fire an open fuse a circuit breaker or any other reason If you are concerned about the reliability of either batteries or your AC power supply for any of the above reasons you should install in your home both AC and battery powered smoke alarms for added security A merican Sensors also offers the SA 379 model which isAC powered with battery back up Smoke alarms are incapable of sounding the alarm until smoke reaches the sensing chamber Anything preventing smoke from reaching the alarm may delay or prevent an alarm A smoke alarm cannot detect fire in the walls chimney or roof unless and until a significant amount of smoke reaches the alarm A closed door may prevent smoke from reaching an alarm on the other side of the door A smoke alarm may not sense a fire on another floor of a home For example a basement smoke alarm may not detect a fire which started on the first or second floor Smoke alarms may not be heard The loudness of the horn in your alarm meets current standards H owever the sound may be blocked by distance closed doors or ambient noise such as traffic or a stereo Smoke alarms may not be heard by persons who are hard of hearing For these reasons
12. llation of snoke alarms in Dwelling Units it is important to follow the N ational Electrical Code and local codes 1 Electricity must be turned off at service entrance before beginning installation to prevent electrical shock or equipment damage 2 Location must comply with applicable building codes 3 Install a junction box where you plan to install the alarm Use standard 14 gauge wire 4 Connect black and white wires color to color from power connector to AC power leads 5 For multiple station application use the orange wire to interconnect If unit is not to be interconnected cap unused wire NOTE The SA 360 is interconnectable with up to 11 other units 6 Loosen or remove screws from junction box 7 Attach flat side of mounting plate and tighten screws to fit snugly against the junction box and ceiling or wall quick disconnect Smoke alarm power ee mounting plate paper gasket not shown fits in between 8 Bring power connector through center opening 9 Slip the paper gasket supplied with the alarm over the power connector and then onto the mounting plate so that the four plastic tabs on the mounting plate will hold the gasket in place The gasket will prevent downward air currents from entering the smoke alarm through holes in the back of the alarm unless blocked off downward air currents could prevent smoke from entering the alarm WARNING IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU INSERT THE GAS
13. merican Sensors SA 360 smoke alarm is warranted for ten years from the date of purchase against defect in material and workmanship U nits returned to Dicon Global Inc with proof of purchase date during this period as a result of such defects will be repaired or replaced at Dicon Global Inc s optron without charge This warranty only covers defects in material or workmanship in normal residential use This warranty does not cover damage resulting from negligent handling misuse or lack of reasonable care This warranty isin lieu of any other warranty either expressed or implied DICON GLOBALINC SHALL HAVENO LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE OR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL CONTINGENT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FIRE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN ISTHE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT AT DICON GLOBAL INC S OPTION IN NO CASE SHALL DICON GLOBALINC S LIABILITY UNDER ANY OTHER REMEDY PRESCRIBED BY LAW EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE YOUR SMOKE ALARM ISNOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROPERTY DISABILITY LIFE OR OTHER INSURANCE OF ANY KIND APPROPRIATE COVERAGE IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY CONSULT YOUR INSURANCE AGENT This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which may vary from state to state Units may be returned to point of retailers exchange return policy purchase according to Or call 1 800 387 42
14. ng efficiently REMOVE POWER TO ALARM Gently vacuum through the vents of the alarm with a soft brush attachment Keep vacuum nozde from touching the unit RE ESTABLISH POWER TO ALARM Problems may be indicated by the following 1 The alarm does not sound upon pressing the test button 2 The green operating light does not remain steadily on when unit isAC powered 3 The red operating light remains steadily on or off i e does not flash once every 45 seconds when the unit is not in alarm Try the following 1 Inspect breaker or fuse in power circuit to alarm 2 Gently vacuum as recommended above 3 Call an electrician to inspect house wiring and connection to alarms If these procedures do not correct the problem do NOT attempt repairs If the snoke alarm is within warranty period and terms indicate the nature of the problem and return the unit with proof of purchase to the point of purchase distributor or manufacturer See below for instructions Units beyond warranty cannot be economically repaired FALSE ALARMS Abnormal air conditions may cause the highly sensitive smoke alarm to give a falseZalarm If no fire is apparent ventilate the room and or blow fresh air into the unit until the alarm stops Once cleared the moke alarm will automatically reset DO NOT DISCONNECT THEAC POWER SUPPLY Dust can lead to excess sensitivity Vacuum as recommended above DO NOT PAINT THE UNIT 8 LIMITED WARRANTY Your A
15. nnectable with any other model produced by another manufacturer The SA 360 may be interconnected only with the following U nderwriterse Laboratories Inc listed moke alarm models A merican Sensors SA 379 A merican Sensors SA 360 A SI Electronics A merican Sensors ESA 5010 ESA 5011 Dicon Safety Products Inc 670L LR Dicon Safety Products Inc 370LBX Note This equipment should be installed in accordance with the National Fire Protection A sociation Standard 72 N ational Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 B Testing A fter Installation 1 Check to see that the green POWER ON light is on The POWER ON Zlight is visible behind the slotted case and confirms that the smoke alarm is receiving A C power 2 Press and hold the test button until the alarm sounds NOTE It may be necessary to press the test button for up to 20 seconds for an alarm to sound An alarm is indicated by 3 loud beeps repeating every 5 seconds Alarm may continue to sound for up to 10 seconds after button is released 3 At least once a week press the test button and hold until the alarm sounds then release NOTE Multiple Station Only 4 Test each alarm separately in the system 5 Determine that the initiating alarm triggers other alarms in the system 7 MAINTENANCE amp TROUBLESHOOTING TEST THE ALARM WEEKLY VACUUM EVERY SIX MONTHS Your smoke alarm should be cleaned every six months to help keep the unit worki
16. rom the farthest wall and no greater than 26 feet 8 meters from the next alarm In the center of a room or hallway As it is impossible to predict the source of a fire If it is necessary to place the alarm on a wall always ocate the top of the smoke alarm 4 6 inches 10 15 cm from the ceiling Asneeded To compensate for closed doors and other obstacles that may interfere with the path of smoke to an alarm They may also prevent occupants on one side of a closed door from hearing a alarm on the other side of the door Model SA 360 Professional Multi Location model can be located in any area of the home READ CAPABILITIES AND LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARM SZin Section 1 of this manual Your local fire department or insurance company may be able to give you further advice on the best moke alarm locations in your home Call them and ask Dining Kitchen Bedroom Bedroom Dining Kitchen Bedroom 0 i oleo O o TV Room g F e O tiving Room To Living Room Bedroom e L Bedroom fe e O oO lg O Bedroom Hall Bedroom Bedroom Figure 2 i o 0 e Figure 1 iao Room Smoke alarms for limited protection A e Additional smoke alarms for better coverage Figure 3 Basement These diagrams show smoke alarm locations as recommended 3b WHERE TO LOCATE SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBIL
17. seholder consider the use of additional smoke alarms for those areas for increased protection The additional areas include the basement bedrooms dining room furnace room utility room and hallways not protected by the required moke alarms The installation of moke alarms in kitchens attics finished or unfinished or garages is not normally recommended as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation 5 LOCATIONS TO AVOID Avoid locations where smoke may not reach the alarm in time to provide early warning or where the alarm may not be effective DO NOT PLACE SMOKE ALARMS In turbulent air from fans doors windows etc The rapid air movement may prevent combustion particles from entering the alarm In dead air spaces such as at the peak of an A Zframe ceiling Dead airZat the top may prevent smoke from reaching the alarm in time to provide early warning In rooms with simple sloped peaked or gabled ceilings install smoke alarms on the ceiling 3 feet 90 cm from the highest point of the ceiling Note For complex ceiling structures consult a safety expert for the number of alarms required and the best locations In very hot or cold areas where the temperature exceeds 100 F 38 C or falls below 40 F 5 C Less than 6 inches 15 cm from the wall when mounted on the ceiling Nuisance alarms could result when smoke alarms are located where interference
18. the building If trapped inside stay close to the floor cover mouth with cloth conserve breath as you crawl to safety Keep all doors and windows closed except for escape purposes NEVER reenter a burning building Keep your family in a pre arranged meeting place after your escape Your local fire department may be able to offer you additional ideas for safety and escape plansin the home 3a WHERE TO LOCATE SMOKE ALARMS Asa minimum smoke alarms should be located between sleeping areas and potential sources of fire such as a kitchen heated garage or basement In single storey homes with one deeping area an alarm should be installed in the hallway outside the bedrooms see Figure 1 In single storey homes with two separate sleeping areas a minimum of two alarms are required one outside each seeping area see Figure 2 In multi level or split level homes as a minimum an alarm should be installed outside each deeping area in the basement and at every level of the home see Figure 3 In every room of your home except the bathroom Research indicates that substantial increases in warning time can be obtained with each properly installed additional alarm In bedrooms In anticipation of fires originating within these rooms caused by faulty wiring lamps appliances smoking or other hazards In hallways At a distance no greater than 13 feet 4 meters f
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