FHB10W
1. FHB1OW PRODUCT OVERVIEW
All Firehawk Photoelectric type smoke alarms are approved to the most
recent and rigorous European Smoke Alarm Standard. The unique X-Profile
Photoelectric sensing chamber is particularly sensitive to slow smouldering
fires typically originating in living rooms, bedrooms and hallways whilst being
highly resistant to nuisance alarms.
Product Features
• Radio interlinkable to other Firehawk smoke, heat or Carbon Monoxide
alarms. By connecting up to 15 alarms, they will be connected by radio link
so that when one alarm sounds all connected alarms will sound.
• Two sealed in long life batteries.
• Approved to EN14604:2005, Smoke alarm devices.
• Unique X-Profile detection chamber with insect screen.
• Bespoke software maximizes detection ability, false alarm rejection and
Alarm Silence operation.
• Power automatically switched on as a alarm is installed onto its mounting
plate and automatically switched off when alarm is removed.
• Red LED on the alarm and the green one on the side of the mounting
pattress will flash approximately every minute confirming unit is receiving
power and ready to detect and transmit fire conditions. (Quiescent Mode)
• Low Battery Warning - End of alarm life, alarm gives one beep every minute.
• Low Battery Warning Silence - Low battery warnings often start at night.
Silence the audible warning for ten hours by pressing the test button, thus
avoiding removing the alarm from its mounting plate. The alarm can then
be replaced when convenient the following day.
• Extra Large Test Button for ease of use, tests sensitivity, circuitry, battery
and alarm sounder.
• Loud 85 Decibel Piezo Electric Alarm - Automatically resets when hazardous
condition has passed and chamber is clear.
• Alarm Silence - Silence your smoke alarm by momentarily pressing the test
button. Ideal in non-emergency situations where nuisance alarms may
have been created, for example, by steam. The red light flashes every 12
seconds to remind you that the smoke alarm has been silenced and will
automatically reset to quiescent mode in 10 minutes.
• Approved for use in Leisure Accommodation Vehicles.
2. CHOICE AND LOCATION OF ALARMS
Photoelectric Smoke Alarms
are best for sensing smouldering fires and
therefore best suited for rooms containing furniture, bedding and clothes
such as escape routes, lounges, bedrooms and other living rooms.They are
recommended by BS 5839 pt6 for living accommodation where most fires
originate in electrical equipment and smouldering material such as furniture,
clothing, curtains and carpets.
NOTE:
Heat Alarms are most suitable for kitchens, boiler rooms,
workshops and garages where dust, dirt and moisture would contribute
to nuisance alarms. Heat alarms should not be used on walls or in
escape routes and should always be interlinked to smoke alarms. Do not
install heat alarms in sleeping areas; for example, bedrooms, nurseries,
playrooms or areas where the elderly and disabled may spend long
periods of time.
For minimum protection, install at least one smoke alarm on each level of your
home. They should be installed in hallways, corridors and all escape routes
from the building and within 3 meters of all bedroom doors. All alarms should
be interconnected.
Recommended siting of smoke and heat alarms in:
SINGLE STOREY HOME WITH ONE SLEEPING AREA
SMOKE ALARMS FOR MINIMUM PROTECTION
SMOKE ALARMS FOR INCREASED PROTECTION
HEAT ALARMS
SINGLE STOREY HOME WITH TWO SLEEPING AREAS
SMOKE ALARMS FOR MINIMUM PROTECTION
SMOKE ALARMS FOR INCREASED PROTECTION
HEAT ALARMS
MULTIPLE STOREY HOME WITH MULTIPLE SLEEPING AREAS
SMOKE ALARMS FOR MINIMUM PROTECTION
SMOKE ALARMS FOR INCREASED PROTECTION
HEAT ALARMS
SMOKE ALARMS FOR MINIMUM PROTECTION
SMOKE ALARMS FOR INCREASED PROTECTION
HEAT ALARMS
Position of alarms
on apex ceilings:
Recommended position of alarms.
Recommended in a room, corridor or escape route.
SMOKE ALARMS FOR MINIMUM PROTECTION
SMOKE ALARMS FOR INCREASED PROTECTION
HEAT ALARMS
3. AVOID THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS
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 following instructions. Incorrect location and a lack of reasonable care may
also cause it to malfunction and will invalidate the warranty.
NOTE:
Do not store alarms in temperatures below 5°C and above 30°C;
this may cause beeping and nuisance alarms when first installed. These
will clear after a short time when the alarm has become acclimatised.
Extended periods under these conditions will reduce the life of the alarms
and invalidate the warranty.
1. Do not locate near fans or extractors.These can pull smoke and heat away
from the alarms.
2. Do not install in or near high humidity areas such as showers, bathrooms
or kitchens where humidity levels exceed 85% or the room temperature
exceeds 40° or falls below 0°C. These may cause nuisance alarms and
damage the alarm.
3. Do not install alarms in the peak of an “A’ frame. This may delay smoke
and heat reaching them due to the presence of dead air.
4. Do not install less than 300mm from walls and light fittings when
mounted on the ceiling where heat and dead air may delay smoke
reaching the alarm.
5. Do not install in insect infested areas.
6. Do not install in areas subjected to heavy concentrations of cigarette
smoke that will cause nuisance alarms and the alarm to become
contaminated.
7. Do not install smoke alarms in kitchens, boiler rooms and garages where
fumes and dust may cause nuisance alarms.
8. Do not install on poorly insulated walls and ceilings where cold air
boundary layers could prevent smoke reaching the alarm.
9. Do not install near objects that could prevent smoke and heat reaching
the alarm.
10. Do not install within 1500mm of fluorescent light fitting that could trigger
nuisance alarms.
11. Do not paint the alarm.
The location of the alarms must be in accordance with applicable building
regulations, in particular Part B. Further help and guidance can also be found
in BS5839 part 6.
4. FURTHER DETAIL ON ALARM LOCATION
1. 1. At least one smoke alarm should be installed in the escape route on all
floors of the building.
2. The detection element of smoke alarms should be between 25mm and
600mm below the ceiling, or in the case of heat alarms between 25mm
and 150mm
3. Smoke alarms should be at least 300mm from any wall or light fitting.
4. If ceiling mounting is impractical smoke alarms may be installed on walls
provided that the area is no longer or wider than 10 metres and the total
area does not exceed 50m2 and that: -
a. The detection element is between 150mm and 300mm below the
ceiling.
b. The bottom of the detection element is above openings such as vents,
doors and opening windows
c. Ensure they are not mounted close to or above heaters or air-
conditioning vents.
5. Where smoke alarms are located in a hallway, corridor or landing, the
alarm should be no further than three metres from any bedroom door to
assist audibility behind closed doors.
6. No point on the ceiling in any room, hallway or corridor should be further
than 7.5 metres from any smoke alarm.
7. To give the earliest warning of a developing fire, smoke alarms should be
installed in all the rooms of your home and interlinked. (other than those
in point 2 of Choice and Location of Alarms above).
5. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Pairing the Radio System
Refer to the separate “Instructions for Pairing Radio Linked Alarms” packaged
with this alarm.
1. When the pairing of the complete system has been completed, test all
alarms to make sure they all link to one another. If they do not, re-pair the
alarms according to the instruction sheet packed with the alarms.
2. Now take the complete alarm to the rooms of their location and test the
system again to make sure that they still operate correctly in their new
location
3. Now separate the alarms from their radio pattresses by depressing the
security tag shown below and twisting the alarm anticlockwise
4. Fix them to your final chosen location by referring to sections 2, 3, and 4
above and re-assemble the alarm to the pattress as shown below
5. You need to ensure surfaces do not contain hazardous materials eg
asbestos. The screw fittings supplied are suitable for use on wood, plaster
and plasterboard but on other surfaces such as concrete where adhesive
material or adhesive pads may be better. For certain applications, the
installer may need to source their own fixings.
READ AND RETAIN THIS USER MANUAL
6. Screw the pattress to ceiling using the fixings provided. You may also
use two half-moon shaped and double sided fixing pads available from
Fireblitz.
7. Alternatively, you may use any proprietary builders fixing adhesive
normally used to fix skirting boards and other light building components
to walls etc.
NOTE:
Be sparing with any adhesives used on the back of the radio
pattress to avoid excess adhesive squeezing through holes onto the
circuit board. When using adhesive pads or adhesives make sure
the surfaces are flake free, clean, dry and flat. Take care to use all
appropriate Health and Safety precautions when fixing the pattress and
alarm to their surface - in particular use appropriate access equipment,
protect yourself from dust and wear eye protection.
Do not change any components of the system for those made by other
manufacturers. Up to 15 alarms may be paired to the system.
WARNING:
The electronic test button provides a full test of the alarms
functionality. Do not try to test the alarm using either heat smoke or
naked flame as damage will occur.
6. USER INFORMATION
Protect your Home Against Fire
Contact your local Fire Service 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:
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Full alarm indicating Repeating series of 3 beeps every
••• ••• ••• •••
smoke and fire
4 seconds with flashing light
Low Battery
Single beep every minute
• • • •
Test button jammed
One beep every 11 seconds
• • • •
Fault
Double beep every minute
•• •• •• ••
Ensure everyone leaves the building as soon as possible.
• Do not run.
• Do not stop to collect belongs.
• 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.
Silencing an alarm
Do not silence a smoke alarm until you are certain there is no fire. The fire
alarm that has detected a fire will be flashing its red light in the centre of
the test button once every second, all other alarms in the system will just be
sounding.
To silence the fire alarm system, press the test button on any alarm in that
system. If one alarm continues to sound, it will be the one that has detected
a fire. Check for a fire in its area and for its flashing red light. ONLY if you are
certain there is no fire, press its test button to silence it. If you are not certain,
evacuate the property and call your fire and rescue service on 999.
7. ALARM MAINTENANCE
A regular program of fire alarm maintenance will help to keep your alarm in good
working order.
• Test the alarm weekly making sure that all interconnected alarms in the
system sound within 10 seconds.
• Vacuum the alarms every six months and wipe them with a damp cloth.
• Do not paint the alarm.
A smoke alarm is a sensitive life-saving device. 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.
MANUAL
8. TROUBLE SHOOTING
The battery in the alarm will last ten years and the battery in the pattress will
last seven years - they are both non-replaceable. At the end of its life the
alarm will beep once every minute for a minimum of one month. The life
of the battery can be significantly shortened by periods of storage or use in
temperatures below 5°C or above 30°C. It will also be shortened by frequent
or extended periods in full alarm often caused by conditions such as cigarette
smoke, steam, aerosol spray and condensation. In these circumstances the
warranty will be void. If this happens at night you can press the test button
to silence the battery warning for 10 hours. Replace the alarm as soon as
possible.
Problems are indicated in five ways;
1. The alarm beeps twice every minute indicating a malfunction.
2. The alarm beeps once every minute indicating a low battery.
3. The full alarm sounds for no reason. (A repeating series of three beeps with
flashing light)
4. The alarm does not sound when pressing the test button.
5. The test button light remains steadily on or off. (i.e. does not flash
approximately once every minute, when the unit is not in alarm) Inspect
for obvious damage. Check that the alarm has been installed in accordance
with the instructions. 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 will ultimately shorten the life of the alarm and invalidate the warranty.
If this does not correct the problem, do NOT attempt to repair. There
are no user serviceable parts internally. If the smoke 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
Fireblitz 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 10 years. The enclosed Radio Pattress is guaranteed
for 7 years. These Guarantees are 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
Fireblitz Extinguisher Ltd, Units 15/17 Manford Industrial Estate, Manor Road,
Erith, Kent DAB 2AJ. 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,
• If it fails to operate due to incorrect siting, installation or maintenance
• Damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied.
It is specifically drawn to the users attention that substantial periods in alarm
will shorten alarm life, during which time the fire alarm will have provided
valuable protection; no Claim under the guarantee will be entertained. The
liability of Fireblitz Ltd, 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 Fireblitz Ltd 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
TECHNICAL HELPLINE 0800 008 6568
Text on 07885 831239
Email: [email protected]
Fireblitz Extinguisher Ltd
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FHB10 0086-CPR-624017
BS EN 14604:2005 KM 623822
For Technical Data see product handbook
FRONT
BACK
WIRELESS (RADIO LINKED)
Smoke Alarm
10 YEAR LITHIUM BATTERY OPERATED
7
YEAR
WARRANTY
SMOKE ALARMS FOR MINIMUM PROTECTION
SMOKE ALARMS FOR INCREASED PROTECTION
HEAT ALARMS
2797 CPR 624017
BS EN 14604:2005
Licence number
KM 623822
