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Manual

Model Q9080

lonisation smoke alarms are designed to detect invisible particles
(associated with fast flaming fires). Home fires develop in different ways
and are often unpredictable. For maximum protection against fast
flaming fires and slow smouldering fires, both ionisation and
photoelectric alarms should be installed.

P/N 130622

0980-7204-03

Ionisation

Smoke Alarm with Hush 

and Emergency Safety Light

0980-7204-03(130622)_V1:_  2011.12.1  10:05 

Summary of Contents for Q9080

Page 1: ...e fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable For maximum protection against fast flaming fires and slow smouldering fires both ionisation and photoelectric alarms should be installed P N 130622 0980 7204 03 Ionisation Smoke Alarm with Hush and Emergency Safety Light 0980 7204 03 130622 _V1 _ 2011 12 1 10 05 ...

Page 2: ...nstructions in the warranty section Contents INTRODUCTION Models Q9080 If you have any questions about the operation or installation of your alarm please call 1800 654 435 Image 1C will help you determine the correct location of safety products that will help make your home a safer place WARNING BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE UNLESS BATTERY IS PRESENT REMOVAL OF BATTERY WILL RENDER THE SMOKE ALARM IN...

Page 3: ...n products rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally Mounting the smoke alarm on the ceiling in the centre of the room places it closest to all points in the room Ceiling mounting is preferred in ordinary residential construction For mobile home installation select locations carefully to avoid thermal barriers that may form at the ceiling For more details see MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION on page 4 W...

Page 4: ...R PLAN MULTIPLE FLOOR PLAN Install smoke alarms on sloped peaked or cathedral ceilings between 500 and 1500mm from the highest point of the ceiling Smoke alarms in rooms with ceiling slopes greater than 1 m in 8 m horizontally should be located on the high side of the room See Image 2B IMAGE 1C BEDROOM FAMILY ROOM WORKSHOP BASEMENT KITCHEN HALL GARAGE MASTER BEDROOM FIRE EXTINGUISHERS SMOKE ALARMS...

Page 5: ...n the ceiling In such units install the smoke alarm on an inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of 10cm 4 and a maximum of 30cm 12 below the ceiling see Image 2A If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home or if you notice that the outer walls and ceiling are either hot or cold install the alarm on an inside wall For minimum protection install at least one alarm ...

Page 6: ...ot install in areas where the temperature is colder than 5 C or hotter than 45 C such as garages and unfinished attics Do not install in areas where the relative humidity RH is greater than 85 Very humid areas with moisture or steam can cause nuisance alarms Avoid placing smoke alarms in kitchen areas Normal cooking may cause nuisance alarms If a kitchen alarm is desired it should have an alarm si...

Page 7: ...LE PLACEMENT DO NOT INSTALL DEAD AIR NOT IN THIS AREA ANYWHERE IN THIS AREA NOT IN THIS AREA ANYWHERE IN THIS AREA PEAK CEILING SLOPED CEILING 500mm 1000mm 1000mm 500mm Smoke alarm should be located between 500mm and 1500mm of the highest point DEAD AIR DEAD AIR DO NOT INSTALL DO NOT INSTALL 0980 7204 03 130622 _V1 _ 2011 12 1 10 06 ...

Page 8: ...ibed previously attach the mounting plate to the ceiling as shown in Figure 1 For wall mounting see Figure 2 Place mounting plate on the wall Be sure the UP FOR WALL MOUNTING text and arrow are facing up Use the screws and anchors provided to secure the mounting plate Installation 4 Battery installation instructions are provided on the inside of the battery door To ensure proper installation of th...

Page 9: ... of the alarm after the alarm has been installed on the mounting plate see Figure 5 NOTE THE TAMPER RESIST PIN WILL HAVE TO BE REMOVED IN ORDER TO CHANGE THE BATTERY USE LONG NOSE PLIERS TO PULL THE PIN OUT OF THE HOLE IT IS NOW POSSIBLE TO REMOVE THE ALARM FROM THE MOUNTING PLATE 8 After installation test your alarm by depressing and holding down the test button for several seconds This should so...

Page 10: ... has a Safety Light feature When the smoke alarm ionisation chamber senses smoke the 85db horn will sound and the Safety Light will flash until the sensing chamber is cleared of smoke particles TESTING Test by pushing the test button on the cover and holding it down for a minimum of 5 seconds This will sound the alarm if the electronic circuitry horn and battery are working If no alarm sounds the ...

Page 11: ...ovide 15 minutes of pulsating light when the alarm sounds NOTE REGULAR TESTING IS RECOMMENDED IF THE SAFETY LIGHT APPEARS DIM DURING REGULAR TESTING REPLACE BOTH BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT ALKALINE BATTERIES FOR SAFETY LIGHT REPLACEMENT Eveready 522 Duracell MN1604 MX1604 or Gold Peak 1604A WARNING USE ONLY THE BATTERIES SPECIFIED USE OF DIFFERENT BATTERIES MAY HAVE A DETR...

Page 12: ...se a wet cloth to avoid water entering the unit After cleaning reinstall your alarm Test your alarm by using the test button If cleaning does not restore the alarm to normal operation the alarm should be replaced Do not paint the unit Paint will seal the vents and interfere with the sensor s ability to detect smoke Never attempt to disassemble the unit or clean inside This action will void your wa...

Page 13: ... and installed properly Mains powered alarms without battery backup will not operate if the mains powered power has been cut off such as by an electrical fire or an open fuse Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the alarm circuits are in good operating condition Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the alarm Therefore smoke alarms may not sen...

Page 14: ...ert small children in the home Leave immediately by your escape plan Every second counts so don t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables In leaving don t open any inside door without first feeling its surface If hot or you see smoke seeping through cracks don t open that door Instead use your alternative exit If the inside of the door is cool place your shoulder against it open it slig...

Page 15: ... more smoke alarms desirable The required number of smoke alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required smoke alarms For this reason it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional smoke alarms for those areas for increased protection The additional areas include the basement bedrooms di...

Page 16: ...uct excluding sealed non replaceable battery models damage to the product caused by accidents misuse abuse lack of reasonable care tampering or repair by a person not authorised by Chubb any product that has not been installed operated or maintained in accordance with the manual or operating instructions provided with the product any damage caused by improper power input or improper cable connecti...

Page 17: ...in the domestic rubbish AS 3786 Lic 1377 SAI Global A UTC Fire Security Company Warranty Contact Details This warranty is provided by Chubb Fire Security Pty Ltd ACN 000 067 541 149 155 Milton Street Ashfield NSW 2131 Australia Telephone 1800 654 435 Website www quell com au Chubb New Zealand Limited 3 Fisher Crescent Mt Wellington Auckland New Zealand Telephone 09 270 7288 Website www quell co nz...

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