Dicon H380i User manual

DETECTION TECHNOLOGY
Thermistor heat sensing element for accuracy, reliability and stability.
SUPERIOR FEATURES
• Battery operated.
• Operating light (LED).
Flashes approximately every 45 seconds for up to 30 days when the battery needs replacing.
• Sensitivity Test Button.
Tests sensitivity, circuitry, battery and horn.
• Loud 85 Decibel Piezo Electric Alarm.
Automatically resets when hazardous condition has passed.
• Easy installation.
Fixings supplied
SPECIAL FEATURES
Alarm Pause – silence your heat alarm by momentarily pressing the test button. Ideal when non-
emergency heat (eg from cooking) causes nuisance alarms. LED flashes every 10 seconds to remind
you that the heat alarm has been silenced. A double beep indicates that the alarm has automatically
reset after approximately 10 minutes.
Interconnectable - can be connected to any combination of 11 other H380i, micro 300i, 440i, or 450i
smoke and heat alarms.
BE PREPARED
Smoke and heat alarms properly installed and maintained are an essential part of a good home safety
programme. Review fire hazards and eliminate dangerous conditions whenever possible. When fire
strikes, a prepared and practised escape plan could prove vital. Your local fire brigade may be willing
to advise you. Call them and ask. Consider and discuss the following hints:
• Ensure everyone is familiarised with the alarm signal.
• Always test doors with your hands before flinging them open. If they feel warm, fire may have walled
up behind them – leave closed and find another escape route.
HEAT ALARM
• Don’t waste time collecting possessions. Arouse all occupants and leave the building. Your life is
more valuable!
• GET OUT, STAY OUT, GET THE FIRE BRIGADE OUT.
• Keep everyone in a set meeting place after you escape.
• If trapped inside, stay close to the floor, cover your mouth with a cloth and conserve breath as you
crawl to safety.
• Keep all windows and doors closed except for escape purposes.
• Prepare and practice an escape plan before a fire starts.
Draw a floor plan. Have fire drills often. Practise your escape.
WHERE TO LOCATE
1. For best protection heat alarms should be installed as part of a complete fire protection system that
also includes smoke alarms. Heat alarms are best suited to areas such as boiler rooms, kitchens,
laundry rooms and garages where dust, fumes and moisture can cause nuisance alarms in smoke
detectors.
Heat alarms should not be installed in escape routes instead of smoke alarms. They should only be
used in the above applications and must always be interlinked to smoke alarms. (Smoke alarms
should be installed in circulation areas forming part of escape routes and in every room in the
home).
2. When heat alarms are installed in a room, they should be placed on the ceiling, ideally in the centre
of the room. They should be at a distance no greater than 5.3m from the farthest wall no greater that
5.3m from a door to any room in which a fire might start and no greater than 5.3m from the next
heat alarm. NOTE: Heat alarms should not be wall mounted.
3. Closed doors and other obstructions will interfere with the path of heat to an alarm and may prevent
occupants from hearing an alarm on the other side of a closed door. Install sufficient alarms to
compensate for closed doors and obstacles.
For further help and information on types and location of fire detection alarms refer to BS5839 pt 6
and the Fire Safety guidance given by the Department of Transport, Local Government and the Regions
(DTLR).
CAUTION: Research indicates that substantial increases in warning time can be obtained with each
properly installed additional alarm, It is strongly recommended that the advice in 1 above be followed
to ensure maximum protection.
IMPORTANT: These heat alarms are intended primarily for use in single occupancy private dwellings.
For use in other applications the manufacturers advice should be sought.
LOCATIONS TO AVOID
DO NOT locate heat alarms:–
1. In turbulent air from fans, heaters, doors, windows, etc.
2. In high humidity areas such as bathrooms and shower rooms or where the temperature exceeds
39°C (100°F) or falls below 5°C (40°F)
3. At the peak of an ‘A’ frame ceiling – dead air at the top may prevent smoke and
heat from reaching the alarm to provide an early warning.
4. Less than 300mm (12 inches) from a wall when mounted on the ceiling.
5. In very dusty or dirty areas – dirt and excessive dust can impair the performance of the alarm.
6. Within 300mm (12 inches) of a light fitting or room corners.
7. In locations that would make routine testing or maintenance hazardous. (e.g. over a stairwell).
8. On poorly insulated ceilings.
9. Near objects such as ceiling decorations that might impede the path of heat to the alarm.
10. Within 1500mm (5 feet) of a fluorescent light fitting.
Further help and information may be found in BS5839 Part 6.
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: Read previous sections ‘WHERE TO LOCATE’ and ‘LOCATIONS TO AVOID’ before
installing the alarm.
1. Open the cover and handle the unit with care to avoid damage.
2. Locate keyhole slots.
3. Mark hole through the alarm base then remove alarm. Drill two 4.75mm holes. DO NOT drill with
the alarm in position, as this will contaminate the unit with dust.
4. Insert the plastic anchors and screw the alarm base to the mounting surface.
5. Use standard figure of eight twin solid core bell wire to connect the alarms together. Ensure the
connections are made like to like i.e. positive (+) wire to positive (+) connection, negative (–)
wire to negative (–) connection.
OPERATION: HOW TO TEST
1. Connect battery.
WARNING: Storage in low humidity and certain transportation conditions may cause electrostatic
charges to build up in the alarm system housing. Although harmless they may increase the length
of time that the horn sounds upon battery insertion or test button operation. The condition may be
cleared by wiping the inside and outside of the plastic cover with a clean, damp cloth.
2. Check LED operating light flashes approximately every 45 seconds in standby mode.
3. Depress and hold the test button until alarm sounds. It may be necessary to press the test button
for up to 20 seconds for the alarm to sound. (NOTE: Operating the test button will place the alarm
in Pause mode). Alarm is indicated by a loud continuing pulsating sound. Alarm may continue for
up to 10 seconds after the button is released.
After installation.
1. Press test button until the alarm sounds, then release. Repeat test weekly.
WARNING: The electronic test button provides a full test of the alarms functionality. DO NOT try to
test the alarm with a naked flame, as this might present a fire hazard in itself.
For interconnected units only:
2. Test each alarm separately in the system.
3. Determine that the initiating alarm triggers all other alarms.
BATTERY
Your alarm requires one 9 volt battery. USE ONLY Gold Peak 1604P, 1604S; Ever Ready PP3B, PP3S,
GLF22; Duracell MN1604 or Ultralife U9VL batteries. Other batteries may be inadequate. Under
normal use the battery should last approximately one year.
SIMPLE MAINTENANCE
Vacuum every six months to help keep the unit working efficiently. Open cover and gently vacuum the
interior of the detector. Vacuum exterior. Keep vacuum from touching unit.
Problems are indicated by three events:
1. The alarm does not sound upon pressing the test button.
2. The operating light remains steadily on or off (i.e. does not flash approximately every 45 seconds,
when the unit is not in alarm).
3. The alarm beeps every 45 seconds as a low battery warning.
TRY THE FOLLOWING:
1. Inspect for obvious damage.
2. Check that the unit contains the recommended battery type.
3. Check that the battery is properly connected.
4. Gently vacuum as recommended above.
5. Replace battery.
OWNERS
MANUAL
For further information
please write:
Dicon Safety Products (Europe) Ltd.
Javelin 1, Meteor Business Park
Cheltenham Road East
Gloucester GL2 9QL
COVERS • Simple Fitting Instructions • Location Guide
• Operating Guide • Basic Fire Safety Tips
• Simple Maintenance Instructions
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AND RETAIN THIS OWNERS MANUAL
BATTERY OPERATED
When installing this alarm for use by others,
please leave this manual or a copy with the end user.
MODEL H380i
HEAT ALARM
2502-A0000

If these procedures do not correct the problem, DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIRS. In the first instance
contact the manufacturer for further advice.
NOTE: A dying ‘Beep’ during or after battery disconnection is normal.
If the alarm is within the warranty period and terms, return the unit with proof of purchase to the
distributor, indicating the nature of the problem. Units beyond warranty cannot be economically
repaired. For address see the below.
FALSE ALARMS
Abnormal air conditions may cause the highly sensitive alarm to give a ‘false’ alarm. DO NOT
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY. If no fire is apparent, ventilate the room.
WARNING: IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION AS TO THE CAUSE OF THE ALARM ALWAYS ASSUME THAT
THIS IS AN ACTUAL FIRE AND FOLLOW YOUR FIRE EMERGENCY PLANS. Do not assume the alarm is
a nuisance alarm and press the reset button to activate alarm pause.
Dust can have an adverse effect. Vacuum as recommended above.
Do not paint the unit.
Other factors such as nicotine contamination may also affect the alarm.
LIMITATIONS OF HEAT AND SMOKE ALARMS
Quality heat and smoke alarms are designed to provide the earliest possible warning of fire and smoke
at reasonable cost. Early warnings can mean the difference between safe escape and no escape at all.
Alarms do, however have limitations
Alarms cannot work without power. Battery operated alarms will not work without proper batteries, with
dead batteries of if the batteries are not properly installed. AC powered alarms will not work if the
power supply is cut off by an electrical fire, an open fuse, a circuit breaker or for any other reason. If
you are concerned about the reliability of either batteries or the AC supply for any of the above
reasons, you should install both AC and battery powered alarms in your home, or mains powered
alarms incorporating a back up power supply. (In the event of an AC power failure the back up supply
will only work for a limited period, such a period is dependant on the condition of the standby battery
or the retained charge in the standby capacitor).
Alarms are incapable of sounding until heat reaches the sensor. Anything preventing this such as a
closed door may delay or prevent an alarm. A heat alarm cannot detect a fire in the walls, chimney or
roof unless and until a significant amount or heat reaches it. An alarm on any given floor should not
be relied upon to detect fire on any other floor. For these reasons a smoke or heat alarm should be
installed in accordance with the section heading ‘WHERE TO LOCATE’ earlier in this handbook.
Heat and smoke alarms may not provide protection for a smoker smoking in bed, for children playing
with matches or from violent explosions resulting from escaping gas. Installation of heat and smoke
alarms is only a part of a complete home fire safety programme.
Dicon heat and smoke alarms are manufactured to the highest standards to ensure faultless operation
and long life. The manufacturers do however recommend that no alarm should be used for more than
10 years in order to minimise the chance of a fault occurring.
Your heat and smoke alarms are not a substitute for property, disability, life or other insurance of any
kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent.
GUARANTEE
Your Dicon Alarm, excluding the battery is guaranteed for five years from the date of purchase against
defects in material and workmanship. Units returned to Dicon with proof of purchase date during this
period as a result of such defects will be repaired or replaced at Dicon’s option, without charge. This
warranty only covers defects in material or workmanship in normal residential use and does not cover
damage resulting from negligent handling, misuse or lack of reasonable care.
YOUR ALARM IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROPERTY, DISABILITY OR OTHER INSURANCE OF ANY
KIND. APPROPRIATE COVERAGE IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY, CONSULT YOUR AGENT.
This guarantee does not affect a consumer’s statutory rights in any way.
In the event of a problem with your alarm or if you have any questions concerning use and care of the
product or concerning service, please consult your owners manual. If you require further help or
clarification please write to:
Dicon Safety Products (Europe) Ltd
Javelin 1, Meteor Business Park
Cheltenham Road East,
Gloucester GL2 9QL
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Please note that specifications may be subject to change.