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4. Installation Instructions

Read these instructions 

thoroughly 

before proceeding. 

Peoples 

lives depend on it

.

Only interconnect to the identical brand and type of smoke or heat alarm.
Do not connect to any other brand of alarm/auxilary device.

When testing the alarm, stand back so your hearing is not damaged by the
85dB sounder.

5. Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms

Ideally locate near centre of room on ceiling but at least 300mm (12") from
any light fixture and 300mm away from any wall.

On peaked ceilings install within 900mm (36") of highest point.

Dining

Kitchen

Bedroom

Bathroom

Bedroom

Bedroom

Living Room

Garage

Ion Alarm

Do not fit

Optical Alarm

900mm

Sloped/Peaked Ceilings

300mm (12")

150mm (6")

Dead

Air

Flat Ceilings

Summary of Contents for 19HI

Page 1: ...netics co uk Kidde Fyrnetics 2000 Lic No 7861 BS 5446 Pt 1 1990 19 series BS 5446 Pt 1 2000 29 series Read this manual thoroughly and follow its instructions regards regular maintenance it could save...

Page 2: ...alled 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 regularl...

Page 3: ...alarm stand back so your hearing is not damaged by the 85dB sounder 5 Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms Ideally locate near centre of room on ceiling but at least 300mm 12 from any light fixture...

Page 4: ...larm could be interrupted e g next above a door air vent heater air con unit Areas where routine maintenance or operating hush test button is difficult e g top of stairwells 7 Installing Alarm Remove...

Page 5: ...ealed in Alarms Open battery door on rear of alarm Remove freshness tab prior to powering up ensuring red spring loaded battery flag is under battery The alarm battery door will not shut without a bat...

Page 6: ...ration and L E D Status When your alarm is correctly functioning the red L E D will blink about once a minute If the alarm senses products of combustion it s 85dB horn will by activated The red L E D...

Page 7: ...u may not be able to reach your children It is important they know what to do What to do when the Alarm Sounds Leave immediately by your escape plan Every second counts so don t waste time getting dre...

Page 8: ...tion causing the alarm 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...

Page 9: ...ss above 12 Timing of Installing Decorating Do not install if property remains damp unheated During building work dust and other contaminants e g paint fumes will enter the alarm causing possible nuis...

Page 10: ...aceable battery on Sealed in Long Life models These models will be indicated on the product s label on the underside additionally there is no battery drawer To check charge on these models push and ho...

Page 11: ...t button pressed and held 5 Interconnected alarms do not sound when test button is pressed and held Possible cause solutions Low or flat battery Replace battery on Sealed in Long Life models contact s...

Page 12: ...ional strobe accessories to give a visual alarm Although smoke 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 rent...

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