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ESL Smoke Sensor Model 562
Mounting
Preliminary
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Alarms may not warn in time when fires are caused by
smoking in bed, explosions, improper storage of flam-
mables, overloaded electrical circuits, or other hazard-
ous conditions.
Do Not Install Smoke Alarms in the
Following Locations:
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In or near areas where combustion particles are nor-
mally present such as kitchens; in garages where there
are particles of combustion in vehicle exhausts; near
furnaces, hot water heaters, or gas space heaters.
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On the ceiling in rooms next to kitchens where there is
no transom between the kitchen and these rooms.
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In damp or very humid areas, or next to bathrooms with
showers. Install sensors at least 5 feet (1.5 meters)
away from bathrooms.
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In very cold or very hot areas.
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In dusty, dirty, or insect-infested areas.
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Near fresh air inlets or returns or excessively drafty
areas. Air conditioners, heaters, fans, and fresh air
intakes and returns can drive smoke away from smoke
alarms.
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In dead air spaces at the top of a peaked ceiling or wall/
ceiling intersect. Dead air may prevent smoke from
reaching a smoke alarm.
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Near fluorescent light fixtures. Install smoke alarms at
least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fluorescent light
fixtures.
Mounting
The mounting bracket must be separated from the unit
before you begin.
To mount the smoke alarm:
1.
Secure the mounting bracket directly onto wood sur-
faces using No. 8, 1½ inch wood screws. If mounting
onto plaster or dry wall, use appropriate anchors.
2.
Align the arrows on the mounting bracket with the
raised marks on the smoke alarm. Turn the smoke
alarm clockwise until it locks in place.
Testing
Test each smoke alarm every week to verify that its siren
and signal integrity are adequate. Refer to the specific panel
installation instructions for system response.
To test the smoke alarm:
1.
Put the panel in sensor test mode. Although not neces-
sary for this model, it is a good practice to maintain.
Refer to the specific panel installation instructions for
details.
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Simon and Advent panels must be in sensor test. If
not, you will not see anything at the panel.
WARNING
!
Commander and Caretaker panels will go into
alarm if not in sensor test when the test button is
pressed.
2.
Press and hold the test button on the smoke alarm for 3
to 4 seconds.
Figure 7. Smoke Alarm Test Switch and Indicator Light.
The sensor should immediately transmit an alarm signal,
causing the siren inside the smoke alarm to sound and the
status light to flash rapidly. Refer to the panel’s installation
instructions for response details.
Note
After verifying that the siren and signal integrity are
adequate, you may want to cover the center opening
with your thumb. This will help reduce the siren noise
until the test is completed.
Maintaining the System
Replacing Batteries
When the batteries need to be replaced, the unit transmits a
signal to the panel. If the batteries are not replaced within 7
days, the unit will chirp every 40 seconds until the batteries
are exhausted.
Note
If you test the smoke alarm or it goes into alarm during
this 7-day period, chirp delay is canceled and the unit
begins chirping immediately.
Constant exposure to high or low temperatures or high
humidity may reduce battery life. Replace both batteries
when the smoke alarm or panel notifies you that the
batteries are low.
Note
For UL installations, use the following battery brands:
Sanyo CR123A, Panasonic CR123A, or Duracell
DL123A. These can be obtained through Interactive
Technologies, Inc. Do not mix brands.
Cleaning
Clean the smoke alarm chamber at least once each year.
Figure 8. Smoke Alarm diagram
To clean the smoke alarm chamber:
1.
Place the panel in sensor test mode.
2.
Remove smoke alarm from mounting ring.
3.
Remove the batteries.
4.
Separate housing from base.
5.
Remove screen and chamber housing.
6.
Vacuum screen, chamber housing, and chamber.
