Aico Ei161RC User manual

Model Ei161RC
•Dual Ionisation chamber sensor
•Tamper proof rechargeable Lithium battery back-up
•Easi-fit base
•Remote Control capability
•Built in Test/Hush button
•Advanced suppression and calibration technology
•Interconnectable to other Ei mains powered alarms
•Low power cell warning
•Kitemarked to BS EN14604:2005
•5 Year Guarantee
Product Description
The Ei161RC is an Ionisation Smoke Alarm that runs on 230V AC
mains power, and has built in tamper proof Lithium cells that act as
a battery back up in the event of mains failure. These rechargeable
Lithium cells are designed to have a ten-year life and outlast the life
of the smoke alarm itself, whilst providing up to six months of
smoke alarm operation without mains power.
The alarm gives a fire warning when adequate smoke enters the
alarm.
The alarm is supplied with the Easi-fit base that allows very quick
and simple installation of the smoke alarm, combined with simple
alarm head removal and replacement. The Easi-fit base automatically
connects both mains power and battery as the detector slides on.
The alarm allows the detector to be controlled remotely by either a
“Test, Silence and Locate” Switch (Ei1529RC) or a Manual Call Point
(MCP401RC). If the alarm is also connected to other Ei ‘RC’ mains
powered alarms then the whole system can be controlled remotely.
Up to 20 alarms can be interconnected.
The alarm has other advanced features such as built in circuitry to
aid suppression of voltage transients and RF interference to further
reduce the chances of false alarms under such conditions.
Operation
•The green indicator will illuminate to show mains power is
present
•The red indicator will flash every 40 seconds to show that the
detector has performed an automatic self test
•The red indicator will flash rapidly to show an alarm condition
for the alarm that has triggered
•The “Test/Hush” button will either silence false alarms (if
briefly pressed) or to perform a self test (if pressed and held)
•In “Test” mode the alarm will perform a self test and sound the
horn
•In “Hush” mode the alarm enters a ten-minute period of
reduced sensitivity to overcome false alarm conditions. It will
then automatically reset itself
•When interconnected to other Ei mains powered alarms, an
alarm on one detector will trigger all other interconnected
alarms (only the triggered alarm will flash a red indicator)
•The smoke detector will emit a beep every 40 seconds to
indicate that the battery backup is depleted and needs
recharging
Mains Powered 230V~ with
Rechargeable Battery Back-up
Ionisation Smoke Alarm
E &OE Our policy is one of continuous improvement.Ei161RC DataSht Rev2 08.11.10
We reserve the right to amend designs and specifications without prior notice.
Mile End Business Park, Oswestry, Shropshire SY10 8NN Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone] www.aico.co.uk

Model Ei161RC
Technical Specification
1. The Smoke Alarm carries the BSI Kitemark to indicate type testing to BS EN14604: 2005. It will meet the requirements of Grade D (and exceed the
requirements of Grades E and F) as defined in BS 5839: Pt.6: 2004. It carries the CE mark to indicate conformance to Low Voltage and Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directives.
2. Dual ionisation chamber sensor, with corrosion resistant electrodes, and insect resistant cover.
3. 230V AC Mains Power Supply with built-in tamper proof Rechargeable Vanadium Pentoxide Lithium standby cells, capable of lasting at least 10 years and
powering the alarm initially for at least 6 months in the event of mains power failure. The Lithium cell manufacturer endorses a minimum 10 year life
expectation for the rechargeable cells.
4. Alarm is supplied with an `Easi-fit` built-in surface mounting plate, with integral terminal block and cable cover. The Alarm connects to the mains and
interconnect/control connections automatically as it slides on to the mounting plate. The Alarm disconnects from the mains and interconnect/control
connections as it slides off the mounting plate, without the need for a lead and connector.
5. All mains wiring is covered by a cable cover so that the mains cable is not visible when the Smoke Alarm is removed from the ceiling, obviating the need
for a ceiling pattress or dry lining box.
6. Encased horn assembly gives a minimum sound output of 85dB(A) at 3 metres. The diameter of the piezo disc in the sounder measures 35mm, and is
securely held with silicone mastic to prevent creepage and premature horn failure. Additionally, soldered contacts are used in order to eliminate failures
due to corrosion and arcing that are associated with commonly used pressure contacts.
7. Interconnection capability such that if one alarm sounds all interconnected alarms sound. Up to 20 RC alarms, ionisation, optical or heat can be
interconnected in this way (along with up to 4 Ei1529RC switches) providing a relay is not used.
8. Automatic self-test feature tests the chamber every 40 seconds and unit bleeps (without red LED flash) if it is degraded.
9. Manual integral test/hush button tests circuitry, sensor and horn and activates all interconnected alarms in the system. Also operates 'Hush' feature to
silence nuisance alarms. Red LED on alarm cover will flash every 10 seconds to indicate that alarm is in 'Hush' mode and will automatically reset after
approximately 10 minutes.
10. Remote test facility via Ei1529RC Remote Control Switch to test circuitry, sensor and horn (red LED will flash rapidly) and to activate all interconnected
alarms in the system. Remote alarm activation can also be achieved by using a manual call point MCP401RC. See separate specification sheets for more
information on these options.
11. Remote ‘Locate’ facility via Ei1529RC Remote Control Switch to audibly identify source of alarm signal when system is sounding. All units except the
alarm that has triggered and sent out the interconnect signal will be silenced.
12. Remote 'Silence' facility for false alarm control via Ei1529RC Remote Control Switch. Pressing the ‘Silence Alarms’ switch will silence nuisance alarms.
Red LED on the alarm cover will flash every 10 seconds to indicate that alarm is in 'Hush' mode. Automatically resets in approximately 10 minutes.
13. Alarm has a RadioLINK wireless interconnect capability when used with an Ei168RC RadioLINK base. In this case other RadioLINK products can be
connected. Control via an optional wall-mounted Ei411H RadioLINK Remote Control Switch is also available.
14. Separate green LED mains indicator light on the alarm cover to confirm integrity of mains power supply.
15. Separate red LED on the alarm cover will flash every 40 seconds to indicate full auto test of circuitry and the rechargeable cells. The red LED will flash
rapidly in alarm condition and flash once every ten seconds whilst the unit is in a de-sensitive (Hush) condition.
16. Low power cell warning signal operates with or without mains power present.
17. Anti tamper locking device prevents unauthorised removal of the alarm without the use of a tool.
18. Foam gasket built into ‘Easi-fit’ plate to prevent dust ingress into the rear of the alarm.
19. Ambient temperature range: 0°C to 40°C (32°F - 104°F). 0% to 95% (non-condensing) relative humidity.
20. Identification label, “10YR+”, on the alarm cover to differentiate between 140 and 160RC Series models.
21. Dust cover is fitted to the alarm to protect it from contamination during installation.
22. Supplied with two separate sets of instructions - one for the installer and one for the user.
23. Dimensions: 140mm dia. x 43mm depth. Weight inclusive of packaging: 345g.
24. 5 Year Guarantee.
25. Manufactured in Ireland.
E &OE Our policy is one of continuous improvement. Ei161RC DataSht Rev2 08.11.10
We reserve the right to amend designs and specifications without prior notice.
Aico Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ei Electronics
Europe’s Leader in Residential Fire + Gas Detection
Ei Electronics, Shannon, Ireland
Made in
Ireland
Mile End Business Park, Oswestry, Shropshire SY10 8NN Tel. [phone] Fax. [phone] www.aico.co.uk