After Installation
Test all units by pressing the test buttons in sequence. The
Smoke/Heat Alarm horn should sound within 10 seconds and
the relay contacts should change over about 4 seconds after
the horn sounds. All interconnected alarms should sound within
10 seconds. When the button is released the Alarm will stop
and the relay contacts will change back about 4 seconds later.
Check that the chosen control panel is correctly recording the
alarm condition. If the unit fails to operate correctly check the
connections and the panel carefully. Check the unit is receiving
power and that the voltage is within specification.
CHECKING & MAINTAINING YOUR ALARMS
INSPECTION & TESTING PROCEDURE
It is recommended that you test your Smoke/Heat Alarms at
least once a week to be sure the unit is working. It will also
help you and your family to become familiar with the sound of
the Alarm.
Press the test button (see
figure 6) for up to 10 seconds to
ensure the sensor, electronics
and sounder are working. A red
light behind the test button or
on the cover will flash every
second while horn is sounding.
The alarm will stop when the
button is released. Pressing the
test button simulates the effect
of smoke/heat during a real fire
and is the best way to ensure
the Alarm is operating correctly.
WARNING: DO NOT TEST WITH FLAME
This can set fire to your Alarm and damage your house.
We do not recommend testing with smoke or heat as the
results can be misleading unless special apparatus is used.
CLEANING YOUR ALARM
Clean your Alarms regularly,particularly in dusty areas. Use
the narrow nozzle attachment of your vacuum cleaner to
remove dust, insects and cobwebs from the sides and cover
slots where the smoke or heat enters. To clean the cover, wipe
with a damp cloth. Dry cover thoroughly with a lint free
cloth.With Smoke Alarms if the contamination around the
outer case indicates that the area is particularly dirty, remove
the Alarm from the ceiling. Check that the openings in the
black smoke sensing chamber are not clogged by visually
inspecting them after opening the cover of the Smoke Alarms.
If they are clogged - an extermely rare occurance - the Smoke
Alarm must be replaced.
WARNING: Do not paint your Alarm.
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