Eclipse E240VHD User manual

220~240V AC
INTERCONNECTABLE
HEAT ALARM
(FIXED TEMPERATURE TYPE )
MODEL: E240VHD
(With 9V Battery Back-up)
Main Features:
Test Button
Low Battery Warning
Battery Back-up
Alarm / Power Indicator
Interconnectable (Up to 20 Heat and
Smoke Alarms)
Supplied with Fixing Kit
Loud 85 dB Alarm Signal
This instruction leaflet contains important information on the
correct installation and operation of your heat alarm. Read this
leaflet fully before attempting installation and retain for future
reference.
SPECIFICATION
Power Source:
Battery Back-up:
Battery Back-up Life:
Operation Current : <40mA operation (In Alarm)
Temperature Rating : 60ºC Fixed temperature only
Maximum Ambient : 40
o
C
Recommended Spacing : 13.5m
Alarm Sound Level : 85 Decibels at3 metres (10 ft.)
LOCATING THE ALARMS
Heat Alarms are intended to be supplementary to Smoke Alarms
and should only be placed in areas where smoke alarms cannot be
used.
This heat alarm is a multiple station heat alarm and can be
connected to other alarms of the same make and type. This
interconnect feature allows up to 20 Heat Alarms and / or Smoke
Alarms to be connected together over 150 metres maximum, using
the single white wire, and thus allowing all alarms to sound when
any one is activated.
This Heat Alarm cannot be connected to any other device such as a
fire alarm panel.
This Heat alarm gives a fire warning when the temperature at the
unit reaches 60ºC. It is ideal for kitchens, garages, cellars, boiler
rooms, attics and other areas where there are normally high levels of
fumes, smoke or dust which preclude the use of Heat Alarms due to
the risk of false alarms.
All the Heat Alarms and Smoke Alarms should be interconnected to
ensure the early warning will be heard, particularly by somebody
sleeping. A properly designed early warning fire system ensures
the alarm is given before the escape routes become blocked with
smoke. Therefore there must be Smoke Alarms along the escape
routes as Heat Alarms would not give sufficient warning. However, a
fire in a closed room (e.g. kitchen) adjoining the escape route, can
eventually cause the corridor to become smoke-logged due to smoke
leaking out from around the door before adequate warning can be
given by detectors in the corridor. A heat Alarm in the closed
room may give early warning of fire in that room.
If your dwelling is on a single storey, for minimum protection you
should fit a Smoke Alarm in a corridor or hallway between the
sleeping and living areas. Place it as near to the living areas as
possible and ensure the audible alarm can be heard when the
bedrooms are occupied. See Figure 1 for examples.
If your dwelling is multi-storey, for minimum protection one Smoke
Alarm should be fitted at the bottom of the staircase with further
alarms fitted on each upstairs landing. This includes basements but
excludes crawl spaces and unfinished attics. See Figure 2 for
examples.
FIGURE 1 – SINGLE STOREY DWELLING
FIGURE 2 – 2/3 STOREY DWELLING
POSITIONING THE ALARMS
Ceiling Mounting
As hot smoke rises and spread out, it is advisable to mount on
a ceiling in a central position. Avoid areas where there is no air
circulation, e.g. corners of rooms and keep away from items
which may prevent the free flow of air. Place the unit at least
300mm from and light fitting or decorative object which might
obstruct smoke / heat entering the alarm. Keep at least 300mm
away from walls. See Figure 3i.
Wall Mounting
Do not mount tight into the corners. Put the top edge of your
heat alarm between 150 and 300mm below the ceiling.
Keep at least 300mm from room corners. See Figure 3i
(Wall mounting is not recommended for Heat Alarms)
On a Sloping Ceiling
In areas with sloping or peaked ceilings install your Heat
Alarm 900mm from the highest point measured horizontally
because “dead air” at the apex may prevent smoke from
reaching the unit. See Figure 3ii.
Areas to be avoided include the following :-
Situations where the temperature may fall below 4
o
C or rise
above 40
o
C
Humid areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, shower
rooms where the relative humidity may exceed 90%
Near a decorative object, door, light fitting, window
molding etc., that may prevent smoke or heat from entering
the alarm.
Adjacent to or directly above hot components such
as radiators or wall vents that can effect the direction
of air currents.
In very dusty or dirty environments such as workshops.
Locate unit at least 1.5m and route wiring at least 1m away for
fluorescent light fittings as electrical “noise” and/or flickering
may affect the unit. Do not wire into the same circuit as
fluorescent lights or dimmers.
Do not locate in insect infested areas. Insects and
contamination on the Heat Alarm sensor can increase its
response time.
INSTALLING THE HEAT ALARM
WARNING – This heat alarm is mains powered and requires wiring
by a qualified electrician in accordance with the current
IEE Regulations for Electrical Installations (BS7671).
The circuit used to power the heat alarm must be a dedicated
permanent supply that cannot be switched off accidentally by the
normal user. Before installing ensure the electrical supply is isolated.
WARNING : To prevent injury, this heat alarm must be securely
attached to the ceiling/wall in accordance with the installation
instructions.
The Heat Alarm will function correctly either as a stand-alone alarm
or inter-connected.
All inter-connected Heat Alarms must be supplied from a single
power circuit.
A common neutral must be used for the interconnect to function.
Do not connect the Inter-connect wire to Live or Neutral.
Figure A
! Important ! A correct AC Quick Connector Plug should have a
Brown, Blue, White wire on it as the configuration on Figure A
above. If the AC Quick Connector Plug does not have the
correct color order, please STOP USING IT and contact your
retailer store immediately to replace for a new AC Quick
Connector.
Disconnect the AC main power from the circuit that is going to be
used.
Having established the mounting location install a junction box
suitable for locating the termination point. Ensure that there is
no other electrical wiring or pipe work in the area adjacent to
the mounting surface.
Unlock the detector unit from the base by push back the snap
lock with a screw driver and turn the alarm unit anti-clockwise to
release it. See Figure 5 and Figure 6
Fix mounting plate in position.
Strip the Live / Neutral and Interconnect (if used) wires.
Connect the wires correctly. If the heat alarms are to be
interconnected, connect the white wire. For Alarm that are used as
single station, DO NOT CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE TO
ANYTHING. Ensure the screws are fully tightened. See Figure 6.
The alarm must be wired in accordance with National wiring
codes.
KM 672401
BS 5446-2:2003
Detector Classification A1
Figure 3i - Positioning the smoke / heat detector Figure 3ii
CEILING 30 cm
BEST IN CENTRE OF ROOM
15cm Min.
Do not mount lower
than 30 cm
DEAD AIR SPACE,
Do not mount
within this area
WALL
900 mm
(3 ft)
220-240Vac~ 50-60Hz with 9V battery
back-up (battery included)
9V DC Carbon Zinc battery– Peak Power
1604E GOLD PEAK GP1604P, GOLDEN
POWER 1604D, DURACELL MN1604,
Energizer 522
In the event of a break in the mains
supply the battery will give detector
operation for 1 month minimum

LIVE Wire : connect to house
wires coloured Brown, Red or
marked with L.
NEUTRAL Wire : connect to
house wires coloured Blue,
Black or marked with N.
INTERCONNECT Wire :
connect to the third wire. If you
are not interconnecting to
other units, do not connect this
wire.
Insert a 9V battery firmly into
battery compartment on the
rear of the alarm. NOTE POLARITY OF
CONNECTIONS. Ensure the metal tab is fully depressed
when the battery has been fitted.
NOTE – For the safety of the end user the heat alarm
cannot be fitted without its battery.
Before assembly to base plate test the correct operation of
the heat alarm (operating from the battery only) by
depressing the test button on the front of the alarm. The unit
should emit a loud pulsating alarm.
Assemble alarm unit onto the mounting plate by turning the
alarm unit counter-clockwise. See Figure 4
Restore the AC supply by pluging the AC QUICK
CONNECTOR into the back of the alarm (see Figure 4).
Make sure that the locks on the connector snap into place.
Test the correct operation of the heat alarm by
depressing the test button on the front of the detector. The
unit should emit a loud pulsating alarm.
Should use 2.1mm wire for connection.

OPERATING YOUR HEAT ALARM
Once the heat alarm has been installed a small GREEN indicator
light (LED) should be visible through the alarm grill indicating that
AC supply is healthy. A RED indicator light (LED) should also flash
approximately once a minute to indicate the battery is healthy and
the unit is operating properly.
When the Heat Alarm senses temperature above 60ºC (plus or
minus a few degrees), the unit will emit a loud (85dB) pulsating
alarm until the temperature drops below 60ºC. During the alarm
condition, the RED indicator light (LED) will flash quickly
TESTING YOUR HEAT ALARM
It is recommended that you test your Heat Alarm once a week to
ensure the detector is working correctly.
Push and hold the test button for approximately 3 seconds. A loud
pulsating alarm should sound and a RED flashing indicator light
(LED) can be seen to indicate the correct function.
NOTE – for multiple interconnected Smoke / Heat Alarms, only the
RED indicator light (LED) of the originating unit will flash rapidly. All
other units in the interconnect system will sound an alarm but their
RED indicator light (LED) will NOT flash. Test each alarm checking
that the alarm is triggered on all other alarms installed.
MAINTAINING YOUR HEAT ALARM
A fresh battery should last for approximately one year. If the Heat
Alarm emits a short ‘beep’ once a minute the battery is at the end of its
life and should be replaced immediately. This low voltage
warning will be given for at least 7 days. If the red indicator light
(LED) does not flash every minute then replace the battery.
Clean your alarm at least once every six months to prevent dust
build up. This can be done using a vacuum cleaner with the brush
attachment. Clean gently around the front grilled section and sides.
WARNING : The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Always TURN OFF the A.C. supply to the Heat Alarm before
replacing the battery. Replace the battery at least once annually, or
immediately when the low battery signal sounds once a minute,
even though the Heat Alarm is receiving A.C. power.
Test the alarm for correct operation using the test facility
whenever the battery is replaced.
WARNING: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY
IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. THE USE OF BATTERIES
OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED ON THE BACK OF
THE HEAT ALARM MAY BE DETRIMENTAL TO ITS
OPERATION
The battery should only be replaced by a qualified
electrician or similarly qualified person.

Turn off the A.C. power supply to the Heat Alarm.

Gently unlock the detector unit from the base by push
back the snap lock with a screw driver and turn the alarm
unit clockwise to release it. See Figure 5 and Figure 6
 Remove the battery from the compartment.
 Insert a new, healthy 9V battery. NOTE POLARITY OF
CONNECTIONS. Ensure the metal tab is fully
depressed when the battery has been fitted

Using the Push-to-Test button, test the heat alarm to verify
9V DC battery back-up. See “TESTING YOUR HEAT
ALARM”

Reattached the heat alarm to the mounting plate by rotating
the alarm unit counter-clockwise until the it snaps into place.
(see Figure 4)

Turn on the AC power and test the Heat Alarm using the
Push-to-Test button. See “TESTING YOUR HEAT ALARM”
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Installation of your Heat Alarm is only one step in your safety
plan. Other important steps should be taken to further
improve your safety:-
Install the Heat Alarm properly, following this
instruction leaflet
Test your Heat Alarm weekly
Replace the battery immediately once depleted
Do not smoke in bed
Keep matches & lighters away from children
Store flammable materials in a proper manner and
never use them near naked flames or sparks
Maintain emergency equipment such as Fire
Extinguishers, escape ladders etc and ensure all
occupants know how to use them correctly.
Plan an escape route/s from your building in advance and
ensure all occupants are aware of them. Re-enforce this
awareness periodically through-out the year.
Make sure escape routes remain free of any
obstructions.
WARNING: IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION AS TO THE
CAUSE OF AN ALARM IT SHOULD BE ASSUMED THAT
THE ALARM IS DUE TO AN ACTUAL FIRE AND THE
DWELLING SHOULD BE EVACUATED IMMEDIATELY.
THIS PRODUCT IS A SEALED UNIT AND CANNOT BE
REPAIRED – IF THE UNIT IS TAMPERED WITH IT WILL
INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. IF THE UNIT IS FAULTY
PLEASE RETURN IT TO YOUR ORIGINAL SUPPLIER
WITH YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE.
LIMITATIONS OF THE HEAT ALARM

Heat Alarms are not designed to protect life safety
against fire and smoke. In most fires, hazardous levels of
toxics gases and smoke can build up before the
Heat Alarm will operate. In cases where life safety is an
issue, Heat Alarms should only be used to provide an
added source of protection.

Heat alarms cannot provide an alarm if heat does not reach the
alarm. Therefore, Heat Alarms may not sense fires starting in
chimneys, walls, on roofs, on the other side of a closed door or on
a different floor.

Home fires develop in different ways and are often
unpredictable. No one type of alarm is always best, and a given
alarm may not always provide warning of a fire.
YOUR HEAT ALARM WARRANTY
These Heat Alarms are warranty to be free from defects in
materials and workmanships under normal use and service for a
period of five years from date of purchase. The company will not be
obligated to repair or replace parts which are found to be in need of
repair because of misuse, damage or alterations occur after the date
of purchase. Send the Heat Alarm with proof of purchase, postage
and return postage prepaid, to local distributor. The liability of the
company arising from the sale of this Heat Alarm shall not in any case
exceed the cost of replacement of Heat Alarm and in no case shall
the company be liable for consequential loss or damages resulting from
the failure of the Heat Alarm.
SOLAS GEAL DISTRIBUTION LTD. SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY
FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR ANY
SPECIAL INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGE OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FIRE. THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THE LIMITED
WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN IS THE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE DETECTIVE PRODUCT AT SOLAS GEAL
DISTRIBUTION LTD. OPTION. IN NO CASE SHALL SOLAS GEAL
DISTRIBUTION LTD.’S LIABILITY UNDER ANY OTHER REMEDY
PRESCRIBED BY LAW EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE. YOUR
SMOKE ALARMS IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROPERTY,
DISABILITY, LIFE OR OTHER INSURANCE OF ANY KIND.
APPROPRIATE COVERAGE IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
CONSULT YOUR INSURANCE AGENT.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
This alarm is only suitable for single occupancy private
dwellings only and not intended for multi occupancy private
dwellings or commercial or industrial dwellings.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with normal
household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check
with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice. New
regulation will encourage the recycling of Waste from Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (European "WEEE Directive"
effective August 2005).
Ver: 13-MAY-2017
Figure 5
Turn the alarm units clockwise until the snap lock
engages.
Figure 6 – Push Back the snap lock and turn the
Alarm anti-clockwise
Figure 4
Plug the AC QUICK
CONNECTOR into the
back of the alarm.
Figure 7 – Wiring & Interconnect facility
Brown - Live
Blue - Netural
White - Interconnect
*20 alarms maximums
*150 meters maximum between first and last interconnected alarm
Unit 7/8 Ashbourne Business Centre, Ballybin Road,
Ashbourne, Co. Meath, A84 YP58, Ireland
Ph: [phone],
Unit 32 Junction One Business Park, Valley Road,
Birkenhead, Merseyside, UK, CH41 7ED
Ph: 0330 551 7000, Web: www.sgd.ie
For more information contact:

Declaration Number:
052-E240VHD
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
Products:
Heat Alarm With Battery Backup
Model Number:
E240VHD
The product/model of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant
Community harmonisation legislation:
BS EN5446-2:2003 , KM672401
EMC:2014/30/EU
RoHS:2011/65/EU
Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU)
Job Number/Test Report 8725976
The product/model of the declaration described above is in conformity with the below listed
harmonised stands and technical specifications listed Above:
Signed 26/10/2022