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Testing the detector
Although the alarm level is reduced
during a manual test of a smoke detector,
it is advisable to inform neighbours prior
to running the test and to use all suitable
hearing protective devices.
Manual test
Press (for approximately 5 sec) the test key until the
built-in alarm is released.
The alarm sounds until the test button is released:
Never use a naked fl ame for testing the smoke
detector.
The manuel test is to be carried out at least once a month, in particular after a long
absence.
Detection test:
Using the smoke generator,
spray smoke through the slots
about 10 cm away from the
detection head for 1 to
2 seconds.
When a manual test has been
performed less than 5 minutes
before using the smoke
generator, the detector issues a
series of audible signals within
the next 10 seconds. These are
closer and closer together until
the detector is triggered (12 to
22 seconds after spraying).
If the detector does not beep,
there is not enough smoke
around the detection head.
Spray some more smoke
through the slots.
Detector at the
source of the smoke
detection signal
The unit fl ashes quickly
The unit fl ickers every
sec.
The alarms sounds for
1
sec (73 dB (A) from
a 3 m distance), then
stops for
1
sec.
Other wired
inter-connected
detectors
The alarms sounds for
1
sec (73 dB (A) from
a 3 m distance), then
stops for
2
sec.
The unit fl ashes quickly
An emergency
light is turned on
1 sec.
