Do not Hush the alarms unless you are sure there
is no fire/CO.
To Hush the alarms, press and release the Hush
switch. The RF indicator red light will come on for 3
seconds to indicate that an RF signal is being
transmitted.
• Test / Manual Alarm Switch
– use to test the
Smoke/Heat/CO alarms or bases
weekly
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Switch the Test switch on. The RF indicator red light
will come on for 3 seconds to indicate that an RF
signal is being transmitted (The RF indicator red light
will continue to flash once every 10 seconds while the
Test switch remains on).
Then:- with an Ei161RC/Ei164RC/Ei166RC on an
Ei168RC RadioLINK Base, the red light on the smoke
alarm will flash rapidly (This indicates that the alarm
has been tested in exactly the same way as if the test
button of the alarm itself had been pressed. The
alarm will also now be in Hush mode for the next 10
minutes).
- RadioLINK Smoke Alarms (Ei405 and Ei405TY) will
alarm within 10 seconds, with the red light on the
smoke alarm flashing rapidly (This indicates that the
alarm has been tested in exactly the same way as if
the test button of the alarm itself had been pressed.
The alarm will also now be in Hush mode for the next
10 minutes).
- RadioLINK Smoke Alarms (Ei605W and Ei605TYW)
when fitted with RadioLINK modules (Ei605MRF and
Ei605MTYRF) will alarm within 10 seconds and the
red light on the smoke alarm will flash. (This indicates
that the alarm has been tested in exactly the same
way as if the test button of the alarm itself had been
pressed. The alarm will also now be in Hush mode for
the next 10 minutes).
Turn the Test switch off. The RF indicator red light will
come on again for a further 3 seconds to indicate
transmission of the alarm cancel signal.
(Note: After 5 minutes with the Test switch on, the
Remote Control Switch will stop sending RF alarm
signals and therefore the smoke alarms will stop
sounding. This prevents the batteries in the Remote
Control Switch and in the smoke alarms being
depleted).
4. ALARM MEMORY FUNCTION
Using the Locate switch on the Ei411h or Ei412
remote control switch it is possible to identify which
alarms have previously been activated. In a mixed
Fire & Carbon Monoxide system the Ei412 remote
control switch will also indicate if the source is Fire or
Carbon Monoxide. This feature is of great benefit in
systems with 3 or more alarm units when trying to
identify the source of alarm from some time
previously.
Remote Control Switch Memory Feature
1. In a Fire only system pressing the Locate button on
the Ei411H will cause the Fire Light to flash rapidly for
2 Minutes.
2. In a mixed Fire & Carbon Monoxide system only
system pressing the Locate button on the Ei412 will
cause the Fire or Carbon Monoxide light to flash
rapidly for 2 Minutes.
To use the alarm memory function:
1. To identify which units have previously alarmed
press the Locate switch on the Remote Control
Switch. The units which have previously sensed
fire/CO will sound briefly.
This is particularly useful in tracking down the cause
of nuisance alarms such as cooking fumes, steam
from bathrooms or contaminated alarms .
2. Finally reset the memory again by pressing the Test
switch on the Remote Control Switch.
To clear the memory:
1. To clear the memory of the Smoke/Heat/CO alarms
press the Test switch on the Remote Control Switch
until all the units have alarmed (This must be done if
any of the RadioLINK units have been in alarm and
whenever any of the RC Series Alarms on Ei168RC
RadioLINK bases have been button tested).
2. To clear the memory on the Ei411H Remote
Control Switch press and hold the Locate and Hush
buttons together until the Fire light starts flashing.
Release both keys, the memory is now cleared.
3. To clear the memory on the Ei412 Remote Control
Switch press and hold the Locate and Hush buttons
together until the Fire and CO lights start flashing.
Release both keys, the memory is now cleared.
4. Any alarm now sensing fire/CO will alarm and the
memory function will record this event.
5. TROUBLESHOOTING RF LINK
If, when checking the RadioLINK interconnection,
some of the alarms do not respond to the Remote
Control Switch test, then:
(i) Ensure the Remote Control Switch has been
activated correctly and the RF indicator red light has
come on continuously for 3 seconds (with the Test
switch in the ‘ON’ position) and then continues to flash
red for 5 minutes).
(ii) Repeat House Code procedure (see section 2).
(iii) Relocate the Remote Control Switch and/or
rotate/relocate the RadioLINK units. There are a
number of reasons why the RadioLINK signals may
not reach all the alarms in your system (see section 6
on “Limitations of Radio Frequency Signals”). Try
rotating the units or relocating the units (e.g. move
them away from metal surfaces or wiring) as this can
significantly improve signal reception.
Rotating and/or relocating the units may move them out
of the range of existing units even though they may have
already been House Coded correctly in the system. It is
therefore important to check that all alarms are
communicating in their final installed positions. If units
are rotated and/or relocated, we recommend that all
units are returned to the factory settings (see the
respective use and care instructions). Then House Code
all units again in their final positions. The RadioLINK
interconnection should then be checked again.
6. LIMITATIONS OF RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
Ei Electronics radio communication systems are very
reliable and are tested to high standards. However,
due to their low transmitting power and limited range
(required by regulatory bodies) there are some
limitations to be considered:
(i) Radio transmitter equipment, such as the Remote
Control Switch, should be tested regularly (at least
weekly). This is to determine whether there are
sources of interference preventing communication.
The radio paths may be disrupted by moving furniture
or renovations, and so regular testing protects against
these and other faults.
(ii) Receivers may be blocked by radio signals
occurring on or near their operating frequencies,
regardless of the house coding.
The Remote Control Switch has been tested to EN
300 220-1 V1.3.1 (2000-09) in accordance with the
requirements of EN 300 220V1.1.1 (2000-09). These
tests are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in residential
installations. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause interference to radio and television reception.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. Interference from
the Smoke Alarm system can be identified by
temporarily turning the whole system off. See figure 1
for this unit. Refer to the instructions supplied with the
other products used for information on these. The
user is encouraged to eliminate the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
(i) Relocate the unit.
(ii) Increase the distance between the Remote
Control Switch and the device being affected.
(iii) Consult the supplier or an experienced
radio/television technician.
7. END OF LIFE
The Remote Control Switch is designed to last 10
years in normal use. However the unit must be
replaced if:
1. The unit is over 10 years old (see ‘replace by” label
on the side of the mounting box).
2. If the Test switch fails to operate the alarms, or the
RF indicator red light looks dim or fails to turn on, the
battery in the unit may be depleted (excess use of the
switch can shorten battery life).
The RF indicator red light flashing once every 40
seconds is an indication that the battery level is low
and the unit shold be replaced.
The Remote Control Switch must be switched off
before disposing/recycling in accordance with the
directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical & electronic
equipment (WEEE).
8. GETTING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL SWITCH
SERVICED
If your Remote Control Switch fails to work after you
have read this leaflet contact Customer Assistance at
the nearest address given at the end of this leaflet. If
it needs to be returned for repair or replacement put
it in a padded box with the battery disconnected.
Send it to "Customer Assistance and Information" at
the nearest address given on the Remote Control
Switch or in this leaflet. State the nature of the fault,
where the Remote Control Switch was purchased
and the date of purchase.
Note: It may be necessary, sometimes, to return a
smoke alarm or other RadioLINK accessories (see
their instruction leaflet) along with the Remote
Control Switch, if you cannot establish which may be
the cause of the problem.
9. FIVE YEAR GUARANTEE (LIMITED)
Ei Electronics guarantees this product against any
defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship
for a five year period after the original date of
consumer purchase. This guarantee only applies to
normal conditions of use and service, and does not
include damage resulting from accident, neglect,
misuse unauthorized dismantling or contamination
howsoever caused. Excessive use of the Remote
Control Switch will shorten the battery life and is not
covered. If this product has become defective it must
be returned to Ei Electronics (see "Getting Your
Remote Control Switch Serviced") with proof of
purchase. If the product has become defective during
the five year guarantee the manufacturer will
repair/replace the unit without charge. This guarantee
excludes incidental and consequential damages.
Do not interfere with the product or attempt to tamper
with it. This will invalidate the guarantee.
Aico Ltd.
Mile End Business Park, Maesbury Road,
Oswestry,
Shropshire SY10 8NN, U.K.
Telephone: 0870 758 4000
www.aico.co.uk
Ei Electronics.
Shannon Ind. Est., Shannon, Co.
Clare, Ireland.
Telephone: +353 (0)61 471277
www.eielectronics.com
P/N A16111 Rev4
© Ei Electronics 2007
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The crossed out wheelie bin symbol that is on your
product indicates that this product should not be disposed
of via the normal household waste stream. Proper
disposal will prevent possible harm to the environment or
to human health. When disposing of this product please
separate it from other waste streams to ensure that it can
be recycled in an environmentally sound manner. For
more details on collection and proper disposal, please
contact your local government office or the retailer where
you purchased this product.
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