Ei Electronics EiA600 Series User manual

© Ei Electronics 2019P/N B19499 Rev0
Read and retain for as long as the product is being used. It
contains vital information on the operation and installation
of your Alarm. The booklet should be regarded as part of
the product.
If you are just installing the unit, the booklet must be given
to the property owner. Upon change of ownership, this
booklet should be given to any subsequent property owner.
EiA600 Series Smoke + Heat Alarms
Instructions
Battery Powered
Smoke + Heat Alarms
EiA600 Series
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Quick Start Guide .....................................
Location and Positioning .......................
Fire Safety Advice ...................................
Alarm Limitations ....................................
Getting Your Alarm Serviced ..............
Five Year Warranty ..................................
Installation ..................................................
Testing and Maintenance .......................
Troubleshooting .......................................
Technical Specifications ........................
Contact Us .................................................
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CONTENTS Page

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ALARM SHOULD BE CEILING MOUNTED AT LEAST 12” FROM
WALLS & OBSTRUCTIONS, IDEALLY CENTRALLY IN ROOM / AREA
PRESS THE TEST BUTTON
TEST ALARM AT LEAST WEEKLY
DETACH THE ALARM FROM THE MOUNTING PLATE. PLACE YOUR
THUMB OVER THE BATTERIES AND CAREFULLY REMOVE THE
PULL TAB TO POWER THE UNIT
(Discard cardboard between base and alarm)

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Table 1
Model Description Multi-Criteria Comment
EiA660W Multi-Criteria Optical
Smoke Alarm
RF upgradeable
EiA660iW Multi-Criteria Optical
Smoke Alarm with
AudioLINK
RF upgradeable
Model Description Heat Comment
EiA630W Heat Alarm RF upgradeable
EiA630iW Heat Alarm with
AudioLINK
RF upgradeable

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EiA600 Series Indicator Summary
Normal
Operation
Action Red LED Yellow LED Sounder
Power Up Insert Battery 1 Flash 1 Flash Off
Standby Off Off Off
Sensing Fire Rapid
ashing Off Full sound
Test Mode Action Red LED Yellow LED Sounder
Test Smoke
Alarm Press Button Rapid ashing Off Full sound
Alarm Hush Action Red LED Yellow LED Sounder
Silence Sounding
Alarm Press & Release Button 1 ash every 8 sec Off Off for 10 mins
Silence Low
Battery Press & Release Button Off Off for 12 hours Off for 12 hours
Silence Faulty
Sensor
(only possible once)
Press & Release
Button Off 2 ashes every 48 seconds Off for 12 hours
Silence End of
Life Indication
(up to 30 days)
Press & Release
Button Off Off for 72 hours Off for 72 hours
Fault Mode Action Red LED Yellow LED Sounder
Low Battery Off 1 ash every
48 seconds 1 beep with 1 Flash
Faulty Smoke
Sensor Off 2 ashes every 48 seconds 2 beeps with 2 Flashes
Faulty Heat
Sensor Off 2 ashes every 48 seconds 2 beeps with 2 Flashes
End of Life Off 3 ashes every
48 seconds 3 beeps with 3 Flashes
Contaminated
Chamber Off 4 ashes every 48 seconds Off
Diagnostic Mode Action Red LED Yellow LED Sounder
Alarm OK Press & Hold
Button Rapid ashing Off Full sound
Low Battery Press & Hold
Button Off 1 ash then rapid ashing 1 beep then full sound
Fault Sensor Press & Hold
Button Off 2 ashes then rapid ashing 2 beeps only
End of Life Press & Hold
Button Off 3 ashes then rapid ashing 3 beeps then full sound
Contaminated
Chamber Press & Hold Button Off 4 ashes then rapid ashing 4 beeps then full sound
Alarm Memory Action Red LED Yellow LED Sounder
24 Hour Memory 2 ashes
every 48
seconds for
24 hours
Off Off
Long Term
Memory Press & Hold Button Rapid ashing Off Rapid chirping
EiA600 Series Indicators explained
Normal Operation
Power Up
Twist off the Alarm from the mounting plate (see Quick Start Guide).
Remove the battery tab to power the Alarm, the red LED will flash
once followed by one flash of the yellow LED to indicate that the
Alarm has been powered successfully and is now in standby mode.
Standby
In standby mode, there are no active visible or audible indications
to the occupant. To confirm that the Alarm is operational perform
a weekly button test.
Weekly Button Test
Press and hold the test button and verify that the red LED flashes
rapidly and the Alarm ramps up to its full sound.
Sensing Fire
As soon as the Alarm senses smoke it will go into Alarm (along
with any interconnected Alarms). The red LED on the Alarm sensing

smoke flashes rapidly to indicate this is the Alarm sensing smoke/
fire. Follow the instructions in section 3 and evacuate the building.
Test Mode
Pressing the test button will check the Alarm functions and result
in a ramp-up to full sound and a rapid flashing of the red LED
under normal conditions.
Alarm Hush
Silence False / Nuisance Alarm
Occasionally Smoke Alarms can be activated by phenomena other
than fire, such as dust, insects, cooking smoke and shower steam.
Once you are sure it is a nuisance alarm press the large test button
to silence the Alarm for 10 minutes – the red LED will then flash
every 8 seconds for 10 minutes. Pressing the test button will make
the unit less sensitive, but if a large amount of smoke/steam/dust is
observed the unit will remain in alarm.
Nuisance Alarm in an Interconnected System
In the case of a real fire, the occupants of the dwelling should
proceed to evacuate as per instructions in section 3. However, if
the system is responding to a recurring nuisance alarm it is very
important that the Alarm at fault is identified so the problem can
be eliminated by cleaning or replacing the Alarm. The Alarm at fault
can be identified by a rapidly flashing red LED. Once it has been
located follow directions for Silence False / Nuisance Alarm above.
Low Battery Silence
If the test button is pressed on an Alarm that is giving low battery
fault chirps and yellow LED fault indicator flashes (1 beep 1 flash
every 48 seconds), the Alarm will be silenced for a period of 12
hours. However, the Alarm will sound / function as normal within
that period should it detect fire. The fault chirps will return 12
hours later which perhaps may be a suitable time to address the
issue. This can be repeated as required. The battery or batteries
should be replaced as soon as possible.
Sensor Fault Silence
If the test button is pressed on an Alarm that is giving sensor fault
chirps and yellow LED fault indicator flashes (2 beeps 2 flash every
48 seconds), the Alarm will be silenced for a period of 12 hours.
The yellow LED will continue to flash during this period. The fault
chirps will return 12 hours later which perhaps may be a suitable
time to address the issue. The sensor fault silence can only be
activated once. The Alarm should be replaced immediately.
End of life Silence
If the test button is pressed on an Alarm that is giving End of Life
chirps and yellow LED fault indicator flashes (3 beeps 3 flash every
48 seconds), within 30 days, the Alarm will be silenced for a period
of 72 hours. The Alarm should be replaced immediately.
Fault Mode
Low Battery
The Alarm will emit a short beep and flash the Yellow LED when it
becomes partially depleted. Check the date when the Alarm should
be replaced which is given on the sidewall of the Alarm. When
electronic self-testing indicates that the battery is becoming low
the Alarm will beep, and the yellow LED will flash at the same time
(about every 48 seconds) to warn the user. This indicates that the
battery or batteries must be replaced.
Faulty Smoke Chamber
In the unlikely event of the smoke sensing chamber becoming
defective, the Alarm will give 2 short beeps with 2 yellow LED
flashes every 48 seconds. The Alarm must then be replaced. If it is
not convenient to replace it immediately, pressing the test button
will silence the beeps for 12 hours. The yellow LED will continue to
flash during this period.
Contaminated Chamber
If the yellow LED flashes 4 times every 48 seconds then the Alarm
chamber is contaminated. Refer to Cleaning Instructions.
End of Life
When the sensor has reached its End of Life the Alarm will beep
and flash the amber light 3 times every minute. The remedy for this
failure is to replace the Alarm. 5

Alarm Memory
The Alarm memory is an important feature where even if the house
is unoccupied during an alarm condition it warns the homeowner
that the device has previously detected Fire and been in alarm.
The device which has alarmed will flash the red led twice every 48
seconds for the next 24 hours.
In addition, the next test button event after the alarm condition will
give a “chirping sound pattern” and rapid flashing red led to indicate
that this device has previously alarmed. The action of pressing the
test button will also reset the alarm memory.
AudioLINK
AudioLINK is an added feature available in the EiA600i series only.
This feature allows an authorized person to download information
from the Alarm through the use of a mobile App. For more
information on using this feature, please refer to the relevant
section on www.ei-electronics.com.
Introduction
You can easily install these Alarms on each level of the
property, in hallways/corridors outside any sleeping area, in
each bedroom and in other rooms throughout the property to
give warning of fire.
Heat Alarms can be installed in kitchens, garages and other
areas where Smoke Alarms are unsuitable.
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION REQUIRED
PROTECTION
Smoke Detection. Where required by applicable laws, codes,
or standards for the specified occupancy, approved single- and
multiple-station Smoke Alarms shall be installed as follows:
(1) In all sleeping rooms and guest rooms
(2) Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area
within 21ft of any door to a sleeping room, the distance
measured along a path of travel
(3) On every level of a dwelling unit, including basements
(4) On every level of a residential board and care occupancy
(small facility), including basements and excluding crawl
spaces and unfinished attics.
(5) In the living area(s) of a guest suite
(6) In the living area(s) of a residential board and care
occupancy (small facility)
Are 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 occupant consider the use of additional
Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection. The
additional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining
room, furnace room, utility room, and hallways not protected
by code mandated Smoke Alarms. The installation of Smoke
Alarms in bathrooms/shower rooms, kitchens, attics (finished
or unfinished), or garages is not normally recommended, as
these locations occasionally experience conditions that can
result in improper operation.
The equipment should be installed using wiring methods in
accordance with the National Fire Protection Association’s
Standard 72, Chapter 11. (National Fire Protection Association,
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269).
IMPORTANT!
Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from
state to state and from region to region. Check with your local
Fire Department for current requirements in your area.
SMOKE ALARMS - EiA600 Series
Sufficient smoke must enter your Smoke Alarm before it will
respond. Your Smoke Alarm needs to be within 20ft of the fire
to respond quickly. Smoke Alarms also need to be in positions
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2. Location and Positioning

where they can be heard throughout the property, so they can
wake you and your family in time for everyone to escape. A
single Smoke Alarm will give some protection if it is properly
installed, but most homes will require at least two or more
(preferably interconnected) to ensure that a reliable early
warning is given. For recommended protection, you should
install individual Smoke Alarms in all rooms where a fire is most
likely to break out (apart from the kitchen and bathroom).
Multi-Level Dwellings
If your home has more than one floor, at least one Alarm should
be fitted on each level (see Figure 1). Preferably the Alarms
should be interconnected (if the feature is present on the unit)
so as to give sufficient warning throughout the property.
Figure 1 illustrates where Smoke and Heat Alarms should be
located in a typical two-story house. Note the spacings in
“Protection Levels” which ensure the early detection of fire
and that the warning will be heard.
Locate Heat Alarms in rooms adjoining escape routes -
kitchens, garages, furnace rooms, etc. where Smoke Alarms
are unsuitable.
Single Story Dwelling
If the premises is one story you should put your first Smoke
Alarm in a corridor or hallway between the sleeping and living
areas. Place it as near to the living area as possible, but make
sure that it can be heard loudly enough in the bedroom to
wake someone. See Figure 2 for placement example.
In houses with more than one sleeping area, Smoke Alarms
should be placed between each sleeping area and the living
area and it is recommended that Heat Alarms should be placed
in the kitchen and garage.
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Figure 1
For minimum protection
- Smoke Alarm on each level
- in each sleeping area
- every 21ft of hallways and rooms
- within 10ft of all bedroom doors
- all units interconnected (where the feature is present)
For recommended protection
(in addition to the above):
- Smoke Alarms in every room (except kitchens and bathrooms)
- Heat Alarms located in kitchens, garages etc. within 17ft of
potential fire sources
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bathroom
Bath
Dining Room
Laundry
Room
Living Room
Kitchen
Figure 2

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Recommended Protection
Checking to Make Sure Alarms Can Be Heard
With the Alarms sounding in their intended locations check to
make sure that the Alarm can be heard in each bedroom with
the door closed, above the sound of any TV/audio systems.
The TV/ audio systems should be set to a reasonably loud
conversation level. If you cannot hear the alarm over the
sound of the TV/audio system, the chances are it would not
wake you. Interconnecting the Alarms will help to ensure that
the alarm notification will be heard throughout the property.
Positioning
Ceiling Mounting
Hot smoke rises and spreads out, so a central ceiling position
is the recommended location. The air is “dead” and does not
move in corners, therefore Smoke Alarms must be mounted
away from corners. Keep at least 12” from walls and corners
(see Figure 3). Additionally, mount the unit at least 12” from
any light fixture or decorative object that might prevent
smoke from entering into the Smoke Alarm.
Wall Mounting (EiA660 only)
If ceiling mounting is impractical, Smoke Alarms may be
mounted on a wall, provided that:
a) the top of the Smoke Alarm is between 6” and 12” below
the ceiling;
b) the bottom of the Smoke Alarm is above the level of any
door openings;
Wall mounting should only be considered where closely spaced
beams or similar obstructions may preclude ceiling mounting.
It is considered to be the responsibility of the installer/client
to determine if the presence of asbestos in the ceiling material
would make ceiling mounting ‘impractical’.
On a Sloping Ceiling
With a sloping or peaked ceiling install a Smoke Alarm within
24” of the peak (measured vertically). If this height is less than
24” the ceiling is regarded as being flat(see Figure 4).
Locations to avoid
DON’T place Smoke Alarms in any of the following areas:
• Bathrooms, kitchens, shower rooms, garages or other
rooms where the Smoke Alarm may be triggered by steam,
condensation, cooking smoke, etc. Keep at least 20ft away
from potential sources of cooking smoke, fireplaces, etc.
• Locate away from very dusty or dirty areas as dust build-up
in the chamber can impair performance. It can also block
PLACE IN CENTRAL
LOCATION AND
NOT WITHIN
12” OF ANY
CORNER
SMOKE ALARMS
<24” FROM APEX
DEAD AIR
SPACE
Figure 3
SMOKE ALARMS
<24”
APEX
xx
Figure 4

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the insect screen mesh and prevent smoke from entering the
Smoke Alarm chamber.
• Do not locate in insect-infested areas. Small insects getting
into the Smoke Alarm chamber can cause intermittent
alarms.
• Places where the normal temperature can exceed 100°F or
be below 40°F such as attics, furnace rooms, directly above
ovens or cooktops, bathrooms, etc., as mounting in such
locations could cause nuisance alarms.
• Near a decorative object, door, light fixtures, window molding
etc., that may prevent smoke from entering the Alarm.
• Surfaces that are normally warmer or colder than the rest of
the room (e.g. attic access). Temperature differences might
stop smoke from reaching the Alarm.
• Next to or directly above heaters or air conditioning vents,
windows, wall vents etc. that can change the direction of
airflow.
• In very high or confined areas (e.g. over stairwells) where it
may be difficult to reach the Alarm (for testing, hushing or
battery replacement).
• Locate the Alarm at least 3ft from dimmer controlled lights
and wiring as some dimmers can cause interference.
• Locate Alarm at least 5ft and route wiring at least 1m away
from fluorescent light fixtures as electrical “noise” and/or
flickering may affect the unit.
When using household protective devices, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including those listed below:
• Please read all instructions.
• Rehearse emergency escape plans so everyone at home
knows what to do in case the alarm sounds.
• Use the Alarm Test Button to familiarize your family with
the Alarm sound and to practice fire drills regularly with all
family members. Draw up a floor plan that will show each
member at least two escape routes from each room in the
house. Children tend to hide when they don’t know what to
do. Teach children how to escape, open windows, and use
roll-up fire ladders and stools without adult help. Make sure
they know what to do if the alarm goes off.
• Constant exposures to high or low temperatures or high
humidity may reduce battery life.
• Nuisance alarms can be quickly silenced by fanning
vigorously with a newspaper, by removing the Smoke Alarm
from its base or pressing the test / hush button.
• Do not attempt to recharge, or burn the battery, as it may
explode.
• In the event that the batteries may have leaked or corroded,
handle carefully to avoid possible eye damage or skin
irritation.
• To maintain sensitivity to smoke, do not paint or cover the
Alarm in any manner; do not permit the accumulation of
cobwebs, dust, or grease.
• If Alarm has been damaged in any way or does not function
properly, do not attempt a repair - see section 5 ‘Getting
Your Alarm Serviced’.
• Smoke Alarms must be mounted following the instructions
provided in this manual.
• Smoke Alarms are not a substitute for insurance. The
supplier or manufacturer is not your insurer.
Fire Safety Hints
Store fuel and other flammable materials in proper containers.
Discard oily or flammable rags.
Always use a metal fireplace screen and have chimneys
cleaned regularly.
3. Fire Safety Advice

Replace worn or damaged sockets, switches, home wiring and
cracked or frayed electrical cords and plugs.
Do not overload electrical circuits.
Keep matches away from children.
Never smoke in bed. In rooms where you do smoke, always
check under cushions for smoldering cigarettes and ashes.
Be sure all electrical appliances and tools have a recognized
approval label. Smoke Alarms are not to be used with alarm
guards unless the combination has been evaluated and found
suitable for that purpose.
This device cannot protect all persons at all times. It may not
protect against the three most common causes of fatal fires:
• Smoking in bed.
• Leaving children at home alone.
• Improper use of flammable liquids.
Further information can be obtained from the Fire Department.
What to Do In The Event Of A Fire
1. Check room doors for heat
or smoke. Do not open a hot
door. Use an alternate escape
route. Close doors behind you as
you leave.
2. If smoke is heavy, crawl
out, staying close to the floor.
Take short breaths, if possible,
through a wet cloth or hold
your breath. More people die
from smoke inhalation than
from flames.
3. Get out as fast as you can.
Have a prearranged meeting
place outside for all family
members. Check to make sure
everyone is accounted for.
4. Call the Fire Department from
a neighbor’s house or mobile
phone. Remember to give your
name and address.
5. NEVER re-enter a burning
house.
Limitations of Smoke Alarms
While Smoke Alarms are extremely effective, independent
authorities have stated that under some circumstances they
may become ineffective. There are a number of reasons for this:
• Smoke Alarms will not work if the batteries are depleted or
if they are not correctly installed. Replace the batteries if
necessary. Also, check the replace by date on the side of the
Alarm.
• Smoke Alarms will only work when sufficient smoke reaches
the Alarm. Smoke may be prevented from reaching the Alarm
if the fire is too far away, for example, if the fire is on another
floor, behind a closed door, in a chimney, in a wall cavity,
or if the prevailing air drafts carry the smoke or heat away.
Installing Smoke Alarms on both sides of closed doors and
installing more than one Alarm as recommended by code,
may significantly improve the probability of early detection.
• Smoke Alarms may not be heard due to other loud noise,
hearing impairment, etc.
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4. Alarm Limitations