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4. Close the alarm making sure the 3 retaining clips are fitting securely. When
removing the alarm from its base-plate, use a small flat bladed screwdriver in
the slots to push away the clips and lever the alarm away.
Fig. 3
Remove this cover when using mini-trunking
Test button
Alarm
retaining
clips (x3)
5. Test the alarm using the large test button (shown above) without mains
power and check it sounds at least 3 times and that the red LED flashes.
6. Turn on the mains power supply. (RB versions only - the alarm may beep once
every minute for around an hour while the battery charge is topped up).
7. Check that the Green LED is on and that the red LED flashes once every
minute.
8. Test the interlink as below to ensure all other alarms in the system sound.
Testing Alarms
Press the test button to test a single alarm and press again after the sounder to
test all interlinked alarms.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Use only the test button to test the alarm
weekly. Do not test the alarm with either a naked flame or
smoke, this will damage and contaminate the alarm causing
nuisance alarms in the future.
Smoke Alarm Remote Control
The remote requires the alarm to be connected to
mains power, it will not work if only powered by batteries.
1. TEST - Pressing the “Test” button on the remote is
the same as pressing the test button on the alarm.
Point the remote at the alarm and press “Test”
to test the alarm. Press again after the alarm has
sounded to test all interlinked alarms. The Test
button can also be used to silence a low battery
warning for approximately 10 hours during which
the red light will flash 3 times every 8 seconds.
2. HUSH - Press and hold the “Hush” button for 2 seconds to silence an alarm
for 10 minutes. If this function is used on an alarm activated by smoke, heat,
or CO it will silence all interconnected alarms. If used on an alarm triggered
by an interlink signal it will only silence others in the system triggered by the
interlink but will not silence the alarm activated by smoke, heat, or CO. The
activated alarm can be identified by its flashing Red LED. Some television and
other universal remote controllers can also be used to silence the alarm, press
and hold any button for 2 seconds.
3. RESET - The “Reset” button will reset the device.
4. DATA - The “Data” button is used with additional equipment to read the
history of alarm activations.
6. USER INFORMATION
Protect your Home Against Fire
Contact your local Fire Brigade for a home safety check, this information is free
and will identify potential fire hazards in and around your home.
Make sure all occupants of the home know what a fire alarm sounds like. Prove
and practise a fire escape plan and arrange a suitable and safe assembly point.
What to Do if the Alarms Sound
Alarms sounds are as follows:
Full alarm indicating Repeating series of 3 beeps every
••• ••• ••• •••
smoke and fire
4 seconds with flashing light
Low Battery
Single beep every minute and
3 red flashes every 8 seconds
• • • •
Test button jammed
One beep every 8 seconds
• • • •
Fault
Double beep every minute
•• •• •• ••
If the full alarm sounds, ensure everyone leaves the building as soon as possible.
• Do not run.
• Do not stop to collect belongings.
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• If it is safe to do so, close all windows and doors as you escape to prevent
the spread of fire.
• Smoke is the main cause of death from fire. If trapped inside the building,
cover your mouth, conserve breath and crawl to safety.
Do not silence a fire alarm until you know the cause of the alarm and when all
occupants are safely outside the building. The red LED on the test button of
the alarm that has set the system off will be flashing Red once every second.
The lights on the other alarms will be flashing once every minute. The system
can only be silenced from this alarm.
7. CHANGING THE BATTERIES
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with correct batteries.
The alarm will beep once a minute to indicate the batteries need replacing. If
this happens at night press the test button to silence the warning for 10 hours
and replace the following day. In the event of a low battery warning on the
FHN250RB make sure the green power light is on; if so replace the alarm. If the
green power light is not on, turn the mains power on to the alarm and then
leave the battery to charge. The battery is not replaceable.
To replace the batteries
on the FHN250BB version,
isolate mains power to the
alarm, release the retaining
clips, lower the alarm on its
hinge and refer to Fig. 4.
Changing the 3 AAA batteries (BB versions only)
Remove the alarm from its mounting plate as in section “5 Installation
Procedure” above and replace the 3 AAA batteries taking care to insert the
new ones in the correct orientation. Re-close the alarm taking care to ensure
the alarm is fitted securely to its mounting plate and then test the alarm.
Alarm Maintenance
A regular program of fire alarm maintenance will help to keep your alarm in
good working order.
• Test the alarms weekly making sure that all interconnected alarms in the
system sound within 10 seconds.
• Vacuum the alarms every six months and wipe the external surfaces with a
damp cloth.
8. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problems are indicated in several ways:
1. The alarm beeps twice every minute indicating a malfunction.
2. The alarm beeps once every minute indicating a low battery. Replace the
battery as above.
3. The alarm beeps once every 8 seconds indicating the test button is
jammed on. Press the test button to reset.
4. The full alarm sounds for no reason. (A repeating series of three beeps with
flashing light). Clean the alarm as above.
5. The alarm does not sound when pressing the test button.
6. The red LED remains steadily on or off. (i.e. does not flash approximately
once every minute, when the unit is not in alarm).
7. The green LED is off. Inspect for obvious damage. Check that the alarm
has been installed in accordance with the instructions, that the alarm is
connected and the supply turned on. In the case of repeated nuisance
alarms, check that it is free from dust, cobwebs and external contamination
from such things as cigarette smoke, drying paint, spray from household
aerosols and steam that may invalidate the warranty. If this does not
correct the problem, do NOT attempt to repair. Other than the replaceable
batteries there are no user serviceable parts. If the alarm is within the
warranty period and terms, indicate the nature of the problem and return
the unit with proof of purchase to the address at the end of this manual.
Units beyond warranty cannot be economically repaired.
9. PRODUCT WARRANTY
Smoke and heat alarms are sensitive life-saving devices. The life of this alarm
can be significantly reduced by adverse environments, incorrect location
and a failure to regularly clean and maintain it according to the instructions.
Incorrect location and a lack of reasonable care may also cause it to
malfunction and will invalidate the warranty.
FireHawk guarantees to you, as a purchaser, that the enclosed fire alarm will
be free from defects in material, workmanship or design under normal use
and service for a period of 6 years for the FHN250BB and 10 years for the
FHN250RB.
This Guarantee is not assignable. Our liability to you, under this guarantee
is limited to repairing or replacing any part which we find to be defective
in material, workmanship or design, free of charge to the customer, upon
sending the alarm with proof of date of purchase, postage paid to FireHawk,
Units 15/17 Manford Industrial Estate, Manor Road, Erith, Kent DA8 2AJ UK.
The terms of this guarantee will not apply in the following circumstances: If
the alarm has been modified, dismantled, contaminated, damaged, neglected
or otherwise abused or altered following the date of purchase, or if it fails to
operate due to incorrect siting, installation, maintenance or inadequate or
over voltage AC electrical power, or damage caused by failure to abide by the
instructions supplied no claim under the guarantee will be entertained. The
liability of FireHawk arising from the sale of this alarm or under the terms of
this guarantee shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement of the
alarm. In no case, shall FireHawk be liable for consequential loss or damage
resulting from the failure of the alarm or the breach of this or any other
guarantee, express or implied or for damage caused by failure to abide by the
instructions supplied. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
Fireblitz Extinguisher Ltd.
Units 15-17 Manford Industrial Estate, Manor Road. Erith, Kent DA8 2AJ
Telephone: 01322 342238 / Email: [email protected]
Fireblitz Extinguisher Ltd
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