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LSI-601 / LSO-601 User

Manual

Smoke Alarm

Standard / Toast Proof with Ultra

Bright Escape Light

Summary of Contents for LSI-601

Page 1: ...LSI 601 LSO 601 User Manual Smoke Alarm Standard Toast Proof with Ultra Bright Escape Light ...

Page 2: ...nting plate 3 Install 9V battery 4 Fit your smoke alarm 5Test your smoke alarm OPERATION 14 Normal Condition Low Battery Condition BATTERY REPLACEMENT 14 ALARMTEST 16 ALARM SMART SILENCE 18 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 20 WHATTO DO IN CASE OF FIRE IN YOUR HOME 21 REPAIR 22 TROUBLESHOOTING 23 DISPOSAL 26 HOWTO MAKEYOUR HOME SAFER 27 WARRANTY 29 RETURNS 30 PRODUCT RANGE 31 OPERATION ...

Page 3: ...ng the operation of your FireAngel smoke alarm Ensure you read this user manual fully before installing and operating the alarm If you are installing this smoke alarm for use by others you must leave this manual or a copy of it with the end user BLUESCAPE ULTRA BRIGHTTECHNOLOGY Bluescape uses the latest ultra bright blue LED technology to illuminate your escape route in the event of an alarm Blues...

Page 4: ...ms on each level of your home APPLICATION WARNING Your FireAngel smoke alarm can be installed into a new build property as additional protection to an existing smoke detection system only It cannot be used as a substitute for a hard wired system as required in new build properties In this type of property the building regulations require alarms to be interlinked You can obtain further information ...

Page 5: ...of smoke alarm used in each location should be appropriate to the environment Check the section on Positioning to ensure that the smoke alarm is to be correctly positioned for the particular dwelling into which it is intended to be installed WARNING The alarm positions shown overleaf are based on typical homes Construction and layout of individual dwellings will vary so this should be regarded onl...

Page 6: ...s are met as for a single family residence However there must already be a primary fire detection system that meets regulatory requirements for common areas such as lobbies and hallways Use of this smoke alarm in common areas may not provide sufficient fire warning to residents or meet regulatory requirements This smoke alarm is designed to operate as standalone smoke alarm WARNING This FireAngel ...

Page 7: ...paper flaming curtains and oil fires Optical Toast Proof smoke alarms are less prone to false alarms from cooking fumes and are therefore suitable for locations near kitchens However they are more susceptible to nuisance alarms from steam and should not be located too close to bathrooms and showers Optical smoke alarms are generally more effective at detecting slow smouldering fires Examples of sl...

Page 8: ...rift below 4 C 40 F or above 38 C 100 F e g unheated buildings open attic spaces Very dirty dusty or greasy areas In very draughty areas such as close to ceiling fans or fresh air vents Draughts can blow smoke away from the alarm In insect infested areas Insects can block openings to the sensing chamber preventing smoke entry or causing unwanted alarms Within 30cm 12 of a fluorescent light fitting...

Page 9: ... such as blocks of flats and hotels The FireAngel smoke alarm may not alarm before a fire causes damage injury or death as the smoke may not reach the smoke alarm in time Examples include smoking in bed and violent gas explosions This smoke alarm may not respond in a reasonable time if it is not installed in the best position or if furniture or other obstacles are located between the smoke alarm a...

Page 10: ...ING The smoke alarm accompanying this manual employs the latest technology and is independently tested as being compliant with all the relevant British Standards However as with any electronic product it may fail and may not sense all types of fire within sufficient time to alert you of the danger and provide adequate time for your escape In order to maximise your level of safety always test your ...

Page 11: ... correctly The mounting plate has an arrow moulded into the plastic This indicates the orientation in which the mounting plate should be installed This ensures that when the alarm is fitted the vents will be central and facing upwards Use the fixing slots on the mounting plate as a guide when marking the position of the drill holes With an appropriately sized drill drill the holes and insert the p...

Page 12: ...11 2 Install Mounting Plate Fit the mounting plate to the ceiling or wall using the screws provided 2 Install Mounting Plate ...

Page 13: ... be loud to wake you in an emergency Avoid placing your ear close to the alarm when installing the battery Insert the battery that was provided with the alarm making sure that the positive and negative connections are in the correct position see diagram The single red LED light on the front of the alarm should now flash once every 40 seconds to show the alarm is active 3 Install 9V Battery NOTE So...

Page 14: ...4 FitYour FireAngel Smoke Alarm The alarm will only lock into place in one particular position Position the smoke alarm over the mounting plate lining up the central vent on the front of the alarm with the X moulded into the plastic on the mouting plate and turn clockwise After one quarter turn you should feel the alarm click into place 5 TestYour FireAngel Smoke Alarm See AlarmTest on page 16 4 F...

Page 15: ...tinue to warn of this low battery condition for at least 7 days however failure to change the battery after this time would mean your smoke alarm may have insufficient power to alert you in a real fire situation BATTERY REPLACEMENT IMPORTANT Only the following batteries should be used for replacement Use of a battery other than those recommended below may have a detrimental effect on the detector ...

Page 16: ... negative connections are in the correct position If unsure see diagram in section 3 Install 9v battery on Page 12 c Replace the alarm on its mounting plate lining up the large central vent on the front of the alarm with the X that is moulded into the plastic on the mounting plate if unsure see page 13 Ensure the unit is securely fitted d Test your alarm as explained in the next section AlarmTest ...

Page 17: ...ds and stop automatically c The red LED on your alarm will also flash rapidly during the audible signal NOTE The test button accurately tests the alarm s smoke sensing circuit there is no need to test your alarm with smoke If your smoke alarm fails to give an audible test signal please refer immediately to the troubleshooting guide starting on page 23 of this user manual WARNING Test your smoke al...

Page 18: ...17 WARNING As with any bright light do not look directly into the Escape Light Escape Light illuminates Alarm sounds Single red LED flashes ...

Page 19: ...s situation that requires your immediate attention Only use the alarm silence function after making sure that there is no ongoing fire emergency situation Do not block the vents on the alarm or disable the smoke alarm in any way as this will remove your protection In the event of a known false alarm such as cooking fumes your smoke alarm can be silenced in the following way Your smoke alarm featur...

Page 20: ...result in injury or death If your smoke alarm activates and alarms and you are not absolutely certain of the source of the smoke get everyone out of the house immediately b The alarm will enter into a reduced sensitivity reset cycle for approximately 10 minutes c During the reduced sensitivity reset cycle the single red LED on your alarm will flash more rapidly than normal approximately once every...

Page 21: ...as been designed to be as maintenance free as possible however in addition to battery maintenance there are several things you must do to keep it working properly CAUTION Your FireAngel smoke alarm is a sealed electrical device and no attempt should be made to open the case Attempting to open the case will invalidate your Warranty Testing Test your smoke alarm once every week see section Alarm Tes...

Page 22: ...make your home safer from fires and how to plan your family s escape WHATTO DO IN CASE OF A FIRE INYOUR HOME If you have made a family escape plan and practiced it with your family you have increased their chances of escaping safely Go over the following rules with your children each time you have fire drills This will help everyone remember them in case of a real emergency Don t panic stay calm Y...

Page 23: ...our warranty If your smoke alarm is not operating properly see the next section Troubleshooting If you cannot solve the problem please call the Technical Support Line If your FireAngel smoke alarm is no longer under warranty replace immediately with a comparable FireAngel brand smoke alarm ...

Page 24: ... handling the alarm Remove static that may have been transferred to the alarm by wiping the front cover with a slightly damp cloth Your FireAngel smoke alarm does not test when installed Make sure you have removed the protective terminal ribbon from the battery before reconnecting Your FireAngel smoke alarm chirps intermittently Check that your smoke alarm is definitely the source of chirping make...

Page 25: ...ntinue contact technical support for advice Your FireAngel smoke alarm does not sound during testing Make sure you push the test button firmly If unit is in low sensitivity mode it may not test Wait 15 minutes then try again Replace battery If the battery has been recently fitted and the alarm still fails to self test then contact technical support Escape Light does not illuminate at all when unit...

Page 26: ...f the manufacturer should be sought If you have any questions about the operation of your alarm please contact the FireAngel Technical Support Team between 9am 5pm Monday Friday Telephone 024 7623 6663 1 800 523171 in Eire or e mail technicalsupport fireangel co uk You can also visit the support section of our website www fireangel co uk ...

Page 27: ...ist Check with your local authority retailer or contact our techincal support team for recycling disposal advice as regional variations apply The battery should be disconnected before disposal You can also return your smoke alarm to us for disposal For return address see the section on Returns Please include a note confirming the product is being returned for disposal ...

Page 28: ...ever smoke in bed Keep matches and cigarette lighters away from children Store flammable materials in proper containers Never use them near an open flame or sparks Keep electrical appliances and wiring in good condition Do not overload electrical circuits Keep cookers fireplaces chimneys and barbecue grills grease free Make sure they are properly installed away from any combustible materials Keep ...

Page 29: ... are hot before opening them Show them how to stay close to the floor and crawl if necessary Show them how to use an alternative exit if the door is hot and should not be opened Decide on a meeting place a safe distance from your house Again if you have them make sure that all your children understand that they should go and wait for you there if there is a fire Hold fire drills at least every 6 m...

Page 30: ...inal model is no longer available or in stock This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser from the date of original retail purchase and is not transferable Proof of purchase is required This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident misuse disassembly abuse or lack of reasonable care of the product or applications not in accordance with the user manual It does not cover eve...

Page 31: ...ou contact the FireAngel Technical Support Line in the first instance on 024 7623 6663 text phone users dial 18001 024 7623 6663 or callers from Eire dial 1 800 523171 as we may be able to remedy the problem quickly over the phone this is to prevent unnecessary returns that take a longer time to process Alternatively e mail technicalsupport fireangel co uk If there is a fault that we are unable to...

Page 32: ...T RANGE FireAngel Ltd manufacture an extensive range of home safety products including smoke alarms carbon monoxide alarms fire extinguishers and remote warning devices For more details visit www fireangel co uk ...

Page 33: ...32 NOTES Ref GN0094 R2 ...

Page 34: ...ocentre Puma Way Coventry CV1 2TT UK Technical Support Line 024 7623 6663 1 800 523171 in Eire E mail technicalsupport fireangel co uk Web www fireangel co uk Ref GN0094 R2 Independently tested to conform to BS EN 14604 2005 ...

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