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RADIOLINK RELAY

FOR USE WITH EI168, 405, 405TY & 3105RF

Instruction Manual

MODEL Ei428

Contains vital information on the products operation and
installation. Read and retain carefully. If you are just installing
this product the manual MUST be given to the householder.

1. Introduction

The Ei428 RadioLINK Relay Module is a device that switches
a relay upon receipt of an alarm signal from a suitable Ei
smoke/heat alarm.  The electrically isolated contacts can be
used for many applications such as signalling, turning on
lights, etc.  The Ei428 is designed to operate with Ei
RadioLINK products (Ei168, 405, 405TY, 407, 410, 411 &
3105RF).   

The Ei428 RadioLINK Relay Module is powered by the
230VAC mains and has rechargeable back-up cells.  As sup-
plied the relay operates continuously (i.e. it switches when
one of the smoke / heat alarms detects fire and switches back
when the smoke clears).  When the slide switch is moved to
the pulse ‘P’ position (see figure 1b) the relay will switch when
fire is detected but will automatically switch back after 5 sec-
onds.  This is commonly used with warden call systems where
only momentary short circuit signalling is required.

2. Installation

WARNING:  Mains powered Ei428 RadioLINK Relay modules
should be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance
with the Regulations for Electrical Installations published by
the Institution of Electrical Engineers (UK) (i.e. BS7671)
Failure to install the unit correctly may expose the user to
shock or fire hazards.  This unit is not waterproof and must not
be exposed to dripping or splashing.

1. Choose a suitable mounting position near the mains supply
and the device to be connected to the relay.  Keep it away
from metal surfaces or large metal objects (e.g. water cylin-
der, fuse boards) which can reduce the RF signal range. 

2. Disconnect the AC mains supply from the circuit that is
going to be used.

3. Where the incoming wiring is on the surface of the ceiling,
the appropriately sized trunking / conduit must be chosen to
mate with the unit.  Use a sharp knife to remove the material

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Summary of Contents for Ei428SK

Page 1: ...will switch when fire is detected but will automatically switch back after 5 sec onds This is commonly used with warden call systems where only momentary short circuit signalling is required 2 Installation WARNING Mains powered Ei428 RadioLINK Relay modules should be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the Regulations for Electrical Installations published by the Institution of...

Page 2: ...or copper earth wire to any terminal 6 Connect the wires to the required relay contacts for con trolling the auxiliary device The contacts are isolated and are rated at 250VAC 5 amps resistive 2 MODEL Ei428 WARNING DISCONNECT MAINS BEFORE REMOVAL RADIOLINK RELAY HOUSE CODE SWITCH INDICATOR LIGHT GREEN MAINS RED HOUSE CODING OR LOW BATTERY COVER ATTACHMENT SCREWS Figure 1a RECHARGEABLE CELLS ON OFF...

Page 3: ... House Code Mode see relevant user instructions within 15 minutes before the timeout period expires 11 Check that all the RadioLINK units have communicated with each other by counting the number of times the light flashes on each unit in turn the light will flash red on the Ei428 relay modules amber on the Ei168 bases and blue on the Ei405 405TY For example 3 units in the system should have 3 flas...

Page 4: ... light comes on and then flashes slowly Then house code all units again in their final positions as indicated above The radio link interconnection should then be re checked again 4 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 bodi...

Page 5: ...p Cells It is important to check that the rechargeable cells in the Ei428 Relay module are switched on charged and capable of pow ering the system i Check that the green light is on and that it is not flashing red once every 10 seconds If it is this indicates that either the rechargeable cells in the RadioLink Relay are not con nected or depleted Disconnect the mains supply Remove the cover and ge...

Page 6: ...nits If this RadioLink Relay should become defective within the guarantee period it must be returned to Ei Electronics with proof of purchase carefully packaged and with the problem clearly stated see Getting Your RadioLink Relay Serviced We shall at our discretion repair or replace the faulty unit Do not interfere with the RadioLink Relay or attempt to tam per with it This will invalidate the gua...

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