FireAngel Thermoptek ST-622-T User manual

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User Manual
10YEAR LIFE
SMOKE ALARM
ST-622
WITH LOW BATTERY
WARNING SILENCE
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INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . .4
AUTOMATIC POWER ENGAGE . 4
SENSORTECHNOLOGY . . . . . 4
POSITIONING . . . . . . . . . . . 4
HOWTO INSTALLYOUR
SMOKE ALARM . . . . . . . . . . 6
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . .8
ALARMTEST . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CONTENTS
NOTE: This user manual is also available in large
text and other formats. Please call 0800 141 2561
for further information.
Technical Support: 0800 141 2561 / EIRE dial 1-800 523171
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Sprue Safety Products Ltd.
Vanguard Centre, Coventry CV4 7EZ UK
A Sprue Brand
GN2173R5
ST-622
0086
EN 14604:2005
Smoke alarm devices
DOP: SADOPST-622-01
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BS EN 14604: 2005
Licence No: KM557789

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INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . .4
AUTOMATIC POWER ENGAGE . 4
SENSORTECHNOLOGY . . . . . 4
POSITIONING . . . . . . . . . . . 4
HOWTO INSTALLYOUR
SMOKE ALARM . . . . . . . . . . 6
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . .8
ALARMTEST . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CONTENTS
NOTE: This user manual is also available in large
text and other formats. Please call 0800 141 2561
for further information.
ALARM SMART SILENCE™ . . . 9
LOW BATTERY WARNING
SILENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . 11
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . 12
DISPOSAL . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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IMPORTANT: Your alarm will not
work until it is correctly fitted to the
base plate.
THERMOPTEK
TECHNOLOGY
Thermoptek alarms are “toast-proof”
meaning they can be positioned in area
close to kitchens that may be affected by
cooking fumes. Heat alarms should be
used in kitchens where required.
This combines an optical sensing chamber
with thermal enhancement. The alarm is
effective at detecting slow burning fires,
and constant monitoring of temperature
changes enables the sensitivity of the
alarm to be instantly increased thereby
quickening the typical response time to
fast flaming fires significantly.
POSITIONING
WARNING: Your smoke alarm can be
installed into a new build property as
additional protection to an existing smoke
detection system only. It cannot be used
as a substitute for a hard wired system as
required in new build properties. In this
type of property the building regulations
require alarms to be interlinked. You can
obtain further information from your local
fire service or building control department
at your local council offices.These sources
generally provide advice on new builds or
projects that require planning permission.
INTRODUCTION
The ST-622 multi-criteria high performance
detector is the ultimate alternative to
traditional alarms. Groundbreaking
Thermoptek technology combines
the very latest in optical sensing with
thermal enhancement, providing faster
response to both fire types eliminating
the need for ionisation sources which
can be harmful to the environment. In
addition, this smoke alarm allows the
low battery warning chirp to be silenced
until it is convenient to replace the alarm
(recommended within no more than 7
days).
IMPORTANT: This user manual contains
important information regarding the
operation of your smoke alarm. Ensure
you read this user manual fully before
installing and operating the alarm. If you
are installing this smoke alarm for use by
others, you must leave this manual with
the end user.
AUTOMATIC
POWER ENGAGE
Your 10 year life smoke alarm is powered
by an internal lithium power pack.To avoid
unnecessary use of the power pack prior
to installation, and to ease disposal when
the alarm reaches the end of its life, the
alarm is supplied with the power pack in
a deactivated state.The power pack on this
alarm is automatically enabled when the
alarm is fully locked on to the base plate.
Your smoke alarm typically meets the
minimum requirements for family living
units in existing buildings, as long as at
least one unit is installed on each floor/
level of your property.
In order to achieve the earliest fire
warning, we recommend that a smoke
alarm is fitted in all rooms where the
temperature is normally between 4°C
(40°F) and 38°C (100°F). Check the section
on ‘Positioning’ to ensure that the smoke
alarm is to be correctly positioned for
the particular dwelling into which it is
intended to be installed.
WARNING: The alarm positions shown
are based on typical homes. Construction
and layout of individual dwellings will
vary, so this should be regarded only as
a guide. Check with your local fire station
for further guidance.

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IMPORTANT: Your alarm will not
work until it is correctly fitted to the
base plate.
THERMOPTEK
TECHNOLOGY
Thermoptek alarms are “toast-proof”
meaning they can be positioned in area
close to kitchens that may be affected by
cooking fumes. Heat alarms should be
used in kitchens where required.
This combines an optical sensing chamber
with thermal enhancement. The alarm is
effective at detecting slow burning fires,
and constant monitoring of temperature
changes enables the sensitivity of the
alarm to be instantly increased thereby
quickening the typical response time to
fast flaming fires significantly.
POSITIONING
WARNING: Your smoke alarm can be
installed into a new build property as
additional protection to an existing smoke
detection system only. It cannot be used
as a substitute for a hard wired system as
required in new build properties. In this
type of property the building regulations
require alarms to be interlinked. You can
obtain further information from your local
fire service or building control department
at your local council offices.These sources
generally provide advice on new builds or
projects that require planning permission.
Your smoke alarm typically meets the
minimum requirements for family living
units in existing buildings, as long as at
least one unit is installed on each floor/
level of your property.
In order to achieve the earliest fire
warning, we recommend that a smoke
alarm is fitted in all rooms where the
temperature is normally between 4°C
(40°F) and 38°C (100°F). Check the section
on ‘Positioning’ to ensure that the smoke
alarm is to be correctly positioned for
the particular dwelling into which it is
intended to be installed.
WARNING: The alarm positions shown
are based on typical homes. Construction
and layout of individual dwellings will
vary, so this should be regarded only as
a guide. Check with your local fire station
for further guidance.
LOUNGE
CELLAR
BEDROOMBEDROOM HALL
DINING ROOM
MINIMUM RECOMMENDATIONS
EXISTING HOMES
NOTE: Kitchens should be covered by a
self contained heat detector.
RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL
PROTECTION
Multi-family or mixed occupant
residence (Tenancy building, student
accommodation)
Your smoke alarm can also be used in
individual flats and bedsits, providing the
same conditions are met as for a single-
family residence. However, there must
already be a primary fire detection system
that meets regulatory requirements
for common areas such as lobbies and
hallways.

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Institutions and Hotels
This includes motels, hospitals, day care
facilities, long-term health care facilities,
boarding houses and dormitories. Your
smoke alarm can be used in individual
sleeping/resident rooms, providing
the same conditions are met as for
a single-family residence. However,
there must already be a primary fire
detection system that meets regulatory
requirements for common areas such as
lobbies and hallways. Use of this smoke
alarm in common areas may not provide
sufficient fire warning to residents or
meet regulatory requirements. This
smoke alarm is designed to operate as a
standalone smoke alarm.
WARNING: This smoke alarm will not
communicate with other smoke alarms or
fire alarm systems. It is not intended as
a substitute for a complete alarm system.
Mobile Homes and Caravans
This smoke alarm is suitable for use in
mobile homes and caravans.
Commercial and Industrial Premises
This smoke alarm is not intended for any
non-residential, commercial or industrial
application, nor for any other purpose
than described above.
HOW TO INSTALLYOUR
SMOKE ALARM
IMPORTANT: Make sure you have read
and understood this manual before
installing your smoke alarm.
1 Preparation
The base plate should be attached to the
ceiling or wall.
Break out the tabs from the base plate.
Use the fixing slots on the base plate as
a guide when marking the position of the
drill holes. With an appropriately sized
drill, drill the holes and insert the plastic
fixing anchors supplied (if needed).
Base plate tabs
2 Install Base Plate
Fit the base plate to the ceiling or wall
using the screws provided.
3 FitYour FireAngel Smoke Alarm
The alarm has a mechanism on the
back that activates the alarm when it is
correctly connected to the base plate.
There are three lugs (hooks) on the back
of the alarm that slide in to three slots on
the base plate.

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HOW TO INSTALLYOUR
SMOKE ALARM
IMPORTANT: Make sure you have read
and understood this manual before
installing your smoke alarm.
1 Preparation
The base plate should be attached to the
ceiling or wall.
Break out the tabs from the base plate.
Use the fixing slots on the base plate as
a guide when marking the position of the
drill holes. With an appropriately sized
drill, drill the holes and insert the plastic
fixing anchors supplied (if needed).
Base plate tabs
2 Install Base Plate
Fit the base plate to the ceiling or wall
using the screws provided.
3 FitYour FireAngel Smoke Alarm
The alarm has a mechanism on the
back that activates the alarm when it is
correctly connected to the base plate.
There are three lugs (hooks) on the back
of the alarm that slide in to three slots on
the base plate.
Alarm Base Plate
Lugs (hooks)
When used with the base plate, the alarm
can be attached in any orientation, simply
line up the lugs (hooks) with the holes at
the end of the slots then twist the alarm
clockwise until the alarm stops, make sure
the alarm is twisted on fully.

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low power warning chirp should stop,
allowing you to dispose of the alarm.
Low Battery Warning Silence
This feature can temporarily silence the
low battery chirp for 8 hours which is
particularly useful if the warning begins
during the night. This feature may be
repeated up to 10 times, but is not a
substitute for replacing the smoke alarm.
ALARM TEST
The alarm must be properly attached to
the base plate before it can be tested.
a Press the test button in the centre and
release.
Once the smoke alarm has been fitted
onto the base plate correctly, the internal
power pack will activate. The red LED on
the front of the alarm should now flash
once every 40 seconds to show that it is
active.
4 TestYour Smoke Alarm
After fitting the alarm to the base plate,
wait for 5 seconds for the alarm to settle
then test the alarm. See ‘AlarmTest’.
OPERATION
Normal Condition
The red LED on the front should flash
every 40 seconds to show that the alarm
is active.
Low Power Pack Condition
IMPORTANT: Your smoke alarm requires
the power pack to have sufficient capacity
of power to operate correctly.
Should your smoke alarm enter a low
power pack condition, the unit will emit
an audible ‘chirp’ once every 40 seconds.
When this occurs, we recommend you
replace the alarm immediately. Your
smoke alarm will continue to warn of this
low power pack condition for at least 7
days, however, failure to change the alarm
after this time would mean your smoke
alarm may have insufficient power to alert
you in a real fire situation. When the alarm
is removed from the base plate the power
pack will automatically deactivate and the
b The unit will give an audible alarm
consisting of 2 cycles of 3 loud beeps,
then stop automatically.
c The red LED on your alarm will flash
rapidly during the audible signal.
NOTE: The test button accurately tests
the alarm’s smoke sensing circuit, there is
no need to test your alarm with smoke. If
your smoke alarm fails to give an audible
test signal, please refer immediately to the
trouble shooting guide at the end of this
manual.
WARNING: You should test your smoke
alarm every week.

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low power warning chirp should stop,
allowing you to dispose of the alarm.
Low Battery Warning Silence
This feature can temporarily silence the
low battery chirp for 8 hours which is
particularly useful if the warning begins
during the night. This feature may be
repeated up to 10 times, but is not a
substitute for replacing the smoke alarm.
ALARM TEST
The alarm must be properly attached to
the base plate before it can be tested.
a Press the test button in the centre and
release.
b The unit will give an audible alarm
consisting of 2 cycles of 3 loud beeps,
then stop automatically.
c The red LED on your alarm will flash
rapidly during the audible signal.
NOTE: The test button accurately tests
the alarm’s smoke sensing circuit, there is
no need to test your alarm with smoke. If
your smoke alarm fails to give an audible
test signal, please refer immediately to the
trouble shooting guide at the end of this
manual.
WARNING: You should test your smoke
alarm every week.
ALARM SMART
SILENCE™
DANGER: If your smoke alarm emits the
full alarm signal and you are not testing
the unit, the smoke alarm is warning
you of a potentially dangerous situation
that requires your immediate attention.
Only use the alarm silence function after
making sure that there is no ongoing fire
emergency situation. Do not block the
vents on the alarm or disable the smoke
alarm in any way, as this will remove your
protection. Smoke alarms can sometimes
react to cooking fumes or other non
emergency situations. Your smoke alarm
features “Smart Silence” technology. In
the event of a known false alarm your
smoke alarm can be temporarily silenced
by pressing the central test button. Your
alarm will automatically return to full
sensitivity within 10 minutes.
NOTE: If the level of smoke reaching the
alarm is very high the alarm silence will be
overridden and the alarm will continue to
sound.
a Press and release the silence button, the
alarm sound will shortly stop.

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b Your alarm will silence and enter into
a reduced sensitivity reset cycle for
approximately 10 minutes.
c During the reduced sensitivity reset
cycle, the red LED on your alarm will
continue to flash more rapidly than
normal, approximately once every
second.
d Your alarm will automatically return
to full sensitivity on completion of the
reset cycle and the red LED will revert to
flashing once every 40 seconds.
DANGER: Never ignore any alarm.
Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or
death. If your smoke alarm activates and
alarms and you are not absolutely certain
of the source of the smoke, get everyone
out of the house immediately.
LOW BATTERY
WARNING SILENCE
Low battery warnings often start at night
or when it maybe inconvenient to replace
your alarm. You can silence the audible
chirp for a period of 8 hours by pressing
the test button. Your smoke alarm will
still detect smoke during this time of low
battery warning silence. However it is
recommended that you replace your alarm
immediately, and certainly within 7 days,
as your alarm may then have insufficient
power to warn you of a real fire situation
after this time.
WARNING: Your smoke alarm cannot be
silenced if the chirp is indicating a fault. In
this instance, the unit should be replaced
immediately to ensure protection in the
event of a fire.
MAINTENANCE
Your smoke alarm has been designed to be
as maintenance-free as possible, however
there are several things you must do to
keep it working properly.
CAUTION: Your smoke alarm is a sealed
electrical device and no attempt should be
made to open the case. Attempting to open
the case will invalidate your Warranty.
Testing
Test your smoke alarm once every week
see ‘AlarmTest’. Any test failures should be
reported to theTechnical SupportTeam.

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d Your alarm will automatically return
to full sensitivity on completion of the
reset cycle and the red LED will revert to
flashing once every 40 seconds.
DANGER: Never ignore any alarm.
Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or
death. If your smoke alarm activates and
alarms and you are not absolutely certain
of the source of the smoke, get everyone
out of the house immediately.
LOW BATTERY
WARNING SILENCE
Low battery warnings often start at night
or when it maybe inconvenient to replace
your alarm. You can silence the audible
chirp for a period of 8 hours by pressing
the test button. Your smoke alarm will
still detect smoke during this time of low
battery warning silence. However it is
recommended that you replace your alarm
immediately, and certainly within 7 days,
as your alarm may then have insufficient
power to warn you of a real fire situation
after this time.
WARNING: Your smoke alarm cannot be
silenced if the chirp is indicating a fault. In
this instance, the unit should be replaced
immediately to ensure protection in the
event of a fire.
MAINTENANCE
Your smoke alarm has been designed to be
as maintenance-free as possible, however
there are several things you must do to
keep it working properly.
CAUTION: Your smoke alarm is a sealed
electrical device and no attempt should be
made to open the case. Attempting to open
the case will invalidate your Warranty.
Testing
Test your smoke alarm once every week
see ‘AlarmTest’. Any test failures should be
reported to theTechnical SupportTeam.
Cleaning
As a minimum your smoke alarm should
be cleaned once every 3 months using
your vacuum cleaner fitted with the soft
brush attachment.
WARNING: Your smoke alarm may false
alarm when it is being cleaned using a
vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Do not use solvents or
cleaners on your smoke alarm, as they
may cause damage to the sensor or
circuitry. The unit can be wiped with a
slightly damp cloth.
CAUTION: Do not paint the smoke alarm
as this may block the openings and prevent
smoke from entering the sensor.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Solution
Your smoke alarm
does not sound
during testing
• Make sure alarm has been rotated clockwise as far as it can go and is
securely located on base plate (this means the power pack has been
activated). If testing immediately after first activating the alarm you
should allow a few seconds for the alarm to settle before testing.
• Make sure you push the centre of the test button firmly.
• If the unit has been silenced and is in low sensitivity mode it may not
test. Wait 15 minutes then try again.
• If the alarm has been recently fitted and it still fails to self test then
contact technical support.
Your smoke
alarm chirps
intermittently
• Check the location of your smoke alarm.
• Check that your smoke alarm is definitely the source of chirping;
make sure the noise isn’t coming from another alarm (smoke/carbon
monoxide/burglar/gas alarm) by process of elimination.
Your smoke alarm
activates when no
smoke is visible
• Check the location of your smoke alarm (see ‘Positioning’).
• Clean the smoke alarm (see ‘Maintenance’).
The low battery
warning silence
chirp does not
silence when
the test button is
pressed
• You can only silence the low battery warning chirp for a maximum
of 10 times. Replace your smoke alarm immediately to ensure
protection in case of fire.
• If the red LED flashes at a separate time from the chirp, a fault is
indicated.
• If within warranty contactTechnical Support. Otherwise replace
immediately.
You experience
frequent
unwanted
alarms
• Check the location of your smoke alarm (see ‘Positioning’).
• Clean the smoke alarm (see ‘Maintenance’).
• If the frequent unwanted alarms continue contact technical
support for advice.
If you have any questions, please contact the Technical Support Team between
9am - 5pm Monday – Friday. Telephone: [phone] or e-mail:
technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk You can also visit the support section of our
website www.fireangel.co.uk
DISPOSAL
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with your other household
waste. The alarm is ideally suited for
disposal within the waste electronic and
electrical equipment (WEEE) recycling
scheme.
Please recycle where facilities exist. Check
with your local authority, retailer or contact
our technical support team for recycling/
disposal advice as regional variations
apply.
Once the alarm is removed from the base
plate the internal power pack (battery) will
be deactivated and the alarm will stop
emitting the low power warning chirp. The
unit is now ready for disposal.
WARNING: Do not attempt to open.
WARNING: Do not burn.
WARRANTY
Sprue Safety Products Ltd warrants to
the original purchaser that its enclosed
smoke alarm be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal
residential use and service for a period of
10 (ten) years from the date of purchase.
Provided product is sent back to Sprue
Safety products with proof and date of
purchase, Sprue Safety Products Ltd
hereby warrants that during the 10 (ten)
year period commencing from the date
of purchase Sprue Safety Products Ltd,

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Solution
Your smoke alarm
does not sound
during testing
• Make sure alarm has been rotated clockwise as far as it can go and is
securely located on base plate (this means the power pack has been
activated). If testing immediately after first activating the alarm you
should allow a few seconds for the alarm to settle before testing.
• Make sure you push the centre of the test button firmly.
• If the unit has been silenced and is in low sensitivity mode it may not
test. Wait 15 minutes then try again.
• If the alarm has been recently fitted and it still fails to self test then
contact technical support.
Your smoke
alarm chirps
intermittently
• Check the location of your smoke alarm.
• Check that your smoke alarm is definitely the source of chirping;
make sure the noise isn’t coming from another alarm (smoke/carbon
monoxide/burglar/gas alarm) by process of elimination.
Your smoke alarm
activates when no
smoke is visible
• Check the location of your smoke alarm (see ‘Positioning’).
• Clean the smoke alarm (see ‘Maintenance’).
The low battery
warning silence
chirp does not
silence when
the test button is
pressed
• You can only silence the low battery warning chirp for a maximum
of 10 times. Replace your smoke alarm immediately to ensure
protection in case of fire.
• If the red LED flashes at a separate time from the chirp, a fault is
indicated.
• If within warranty contactTechnical Support. Otherwise replace
immediately.
You experience
frequent
unwanted
alarms
• Check the location of your smoke alarm (see ‘Positioning’).
• Clean the smoke alarm (see ‘Maintenance’).
• If the frequent unwanted alarms continue contact technical
support for advice.
If you have any questions, please contact the Technical Support Team between
9am - 5pm Monday – Friday. Telephone: [phone] or e-mail:
technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk You can also visit the support section of our
website www.fireangel.co.uk
DISPOSAL
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with your other household
waste. The alarm is ideally suited for
disposal within the waste electronic and
electrical equipment (WEEE) recycling
scheme.
Please recycle where facilities exist. Check
with your local authority, retailer or contact
our technical support team for recycling/
disposal advice as regional variations
apply.
Once the alarm is removed from the base
plate the internal power pack (battery) will
be deactivated and the alarm will stop
emitting the low power warning chirp. The
unit is now ready for disposal.
WARNING: Do not attempt to open.
WARNING: Do not burn.
WARRANTY
Sprue Safety Products Ltd warrants to
the original purchaser that its enclosed
smoke alarm be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal
residential use and service for a period of
10 (ten) years from the date of purchase.
Provided product is sent back to Sprue
Safety products with proof and date of
purchase, Sprue Safety Products Ltd
hereby warrants that during the 10 (ten)
year period commencing from the date
of purchase Sprue Safety Products Ltd,
at its discretion, agrees to replace the
unit free of charge. The warranty on any
replacement ST-622 alarm, will last for
the remainder of the period of the original
warranty in respect of the alarm originally
purchased – that is from the date of original
purchase and not from the date of receipt
of the replacement product. Sprue Safety
Products Ltd reserves the right to offer an
alternative product similar to that being
replaced if the original model is no longer
available or in stock. This warranty applies
to the original retail purchaser from the
date of original retail purchase and is not
transferable. Proof of purchase is required.
This warranty does not cover damage
resulting from accident, misuse,
disassembly, abuse or lack of reasonable
care of the product, or applications not in
accordance with the user manual. It does
not cover events and conditions outside of
Sprue Safety Products Ltd’s control, such
as Acts of God (fire, severe weather etc.).
It does not apply to retail stores, service
centres or any distributors or agents. Sprue
Safety Products Ltd will not recognise any
changes to this warranty by third parties.
Sprue Safety Products Ltd shall not be
liable for any incidental or consequential
damages caused by the breach of any
expressed or implied warranty. Except to
the extent prohibited by applicable law,
any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose is limited in
duration for 10 (ten) years.

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This warranty does not affect your statutory
rights. Except for death or personal injury,
Sprue Safety Products Ltd shall not be
liable for any loss of use, damage, cost or
expense relating to this product or for any
indirect, or consequential loss, damages
or costs incurred by you or any other user
of this product.

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