FireAngel THERMOPTEK ST-623E User manual

User Manual
Smoke Alarm
with Escape Light
Model
ST-623E

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Technical Support: 0800 141 2561 / UK Textphone users dial: 18001 0800 141 2561 / EIRE dial: 1-800 523171
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.reangel.co.uk
GN4590R1
ST-623E
Sprue Safety Products Ltd.
Vanguard Centre, Coventry CV4 7EZ UK
A Sprue Brand
0086-CPR-676744
EN 14604:2005 +AC:2008
Smoke Alarm Device
DoP: SAFLDOP-ST-623E-01
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BS EN 14604:2005
+AC:2008
KM 676743

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Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Thermoptek multi-sensor
technology. . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Escape Light. . . . . . . . . . . .4
Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
How to install your alarm. . . . .6
Battery replacement . . . . . . . 8
Note:
This user manual is also available in
large text and other formats. Please email:
technicalsuppor[email protected] or call 0800 141 2561
for further information.
Alarm test . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Alarm Smart Silence™ . . . . . . 9
Sleep Easy™ . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . 11
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . 12
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CONTENTS

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FEATURES
• ThermoptekTechnology - a faster response
to slow burning and fast flaming fires.
• Escape Light - a powerful light to
illuminate your escape route.
• Battery Operated.
• Sleep Easy - silence the low battery chirp
for 10 hours.
• Alarm Smart Silence - silence your
smoke alarm by momentarily pressing
the test button, ideal for nuisance alarms.
• Test Button - test the sounder, sensitivity,
circuitry and battery.
• Operating Light (RED) - flashes
approximately every 45 seconds
confirming alarm is powered.
• Low Battery Warning - ‘beeps‘
approximately every 45 seconds for at least
30 days when the battery needs replacing.
• Loud 85 Decibel Piezo Electric Alarm -
automatically resets when hazardous
condition has passed.
• Suitable for leisure accommodation
vehicles (LAV)
• Easy Installation - fixings supplied.
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.
THERMOPTEK
MULTI-SENSOR
TECHNOLOGY
Thermoptek alarms are “toast-proof”
meaning they can be positioned in areas
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.
ESCAPE LIGHT
Your smoke alarm is fitted with an ultra
bright LED to illuminate your escape route
and provide a visual reference of your
position within the home.To assist visibility
in an emergency it is recommended that
the alarm is positioned in a stairwell or
hallway for a swift and safe evacuation.
The LED will last the lifetime of the alarm
and have no negative effect on the life of
the batteries.
POSITIONING
WARNING: Your smoke alarm can be
installed into a new build property as
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be between 150mm and 300mm below the
ceiling, and at least 300mm from a wall.
Smoke alarms should be positioned at no
more than 600mm vertically below the
highest point in the room.
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
300mm
150mm
150mm
600mm
300mm
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).
This alarm is particularly useful for
locations such as stairs and exit routes
where the Escape Light will illuminate
your escape route.
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.
Smoke alarms should be sited at least
300mm from light fittings and walls.
Ideally as central as possible in the room.
If positioning your smoke alarm on the
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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.
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 INSTALL
YOUR ALARM
IMPORTANT: Make sure you have read
and understood this manual before
installing your smoke alarm.
1. Install Batteries
IMPORTANT: Before fitting your smoke
alarm, the batteries must be installed.
Remove the protective wrapper from the
batteries.
Insert the batteries provided into the back
of the smoke alarm as shown, making sure
that the positive and negative connections
are in the correct position.

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The red LED on the front of the alarm will
soon start flashing once every 45 seconds
to show that the alarm is activated.
Caution: The sounder is designed to be
very loud in order to wake you. Once the
batteries are installed, the test button on
the front of the alarm will be active. Avoid
placing the alarm close to your ear when
installing the batteries in case you press
the test button.
2. Fitting the Base Plate
Use the fixing holes 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).
Fit the base plate to the ceiling or wall
using the screws provided.
Base Plate Holes
3. FitYour Smoke Alarm
Hold the alarm up to the base plate and
push and rotate the alarm clockwise into
position as shown. Make sure that the unit
is securely fitted.
4. TestYour Smoke Alarm
After fitting your alarm to the base plate,
wait for 5 seconds for the alarm to settle
then test the alarm: see ‘AlarmTest’.

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Hold the alarm up to the base plate and
push and rotate the alarm clockwise into
position as shown. Make sure that the unit
is securely fitted.
After fitting your alarm to the base plate,
wait for 5 seconds for the alarm to settle
then test the alarm.
BATTERY
REPLACEMENT
IMPORTANT: Only the following batteries
can be used for replacement. Use of a
battery other than those recommended
below may have a detrimental effect on
the alarm’s operation.
AA Alkaline type:
Energizer E91
Duracell MN1500
Panasonic ProPower LR6
Remove the alarm from its base plate by
turning anti-clockwise and pulling gently.
Remove the existing batteries and replace
with new batteries from the recommended
list making sure that the positive and
negative connections are in the correct
position.

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ALARM TEST
The alarm should be attached to the base
plate and tested in its installed position.
a Press the test button in the centre and
release.
b The unit’s Escape Light will illuminate
and it will sound 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 ‘Troubleshooting’ at the end of this
manual.
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
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c During the reduced sensitivity mode the
red LED on your alarm will continue to
flash more rapidly than normal.
d Your alarm will automatically return
to full sensitivity after 10 minutes and
the red LED will revert to flashing once
every 40 seconds.
If the level of smoke reaching the alarm
is very high the alarm silence will be
overridden, meaning the alarm will
continue to sound and the Escape Light
will continue to illuminate.
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.
a Briefly press and release the test button.
The alarm sound will stop and the
Escape Light will switch off.
b Your alarm will silence and enter
into reduced sensitivity mode for
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DANGER: Never ignore any alarm.
Ignoring the alarm may result in injury
or death. If your smoke alarm activates
and you are not absolutely certain of the
source of the smoke, get everyone out of
the house immediately.
SLEEP EASY™
Low battery warnings often start at night
or when it may be 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. It is
recommended that you replace your
alarm immediately, and certainly within 30
days, as your alarm may 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.
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.
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.
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
• If testing immediately after first activating the alarm
or replacing the batteries, 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 still fails to
self test then contact Technical Support.
Your smoke alarm chirps
intermittently
• Check the location of your smoke alarm (see
‘Positioning’).
• Check that your smoke alarm is definitely the source
of chirping; make sure the noise isn’t coming from
another 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’).

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Problem Solution
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 batteries. If the
batteries have been recently fitted, and the alarm is
still chirping, contactTechnical Support.
• 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.
The Escape Light does not
illuminate when unit is in
alarm
If the Escape Light does not illuminate at all when
testing or when the unit is in full alarm then contact
Technical Support.
If you have any questions about the operation of your alarm, please contact the
Technical SupportTeam between 9am - 5pm Monday – Friday.
Telephone: [phone] or e-mail: tec[email protected]. You can also
visit the support section of our website www.reangel.co.uk

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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 5 (five) years.
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.
DISPOSAL
Waste electrical products should not be disposed
of with your other household waste. This 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 batteries are removed, the low battery
warning chirp will stop. The batteries should
always be removed before disposal.
WARNING: Do not attempt to open. 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 5 (five) years from the date
of purchase. This warranty does not cover the
batteries which are considered user-replaceable
parts. Provided the product is sent back to Sprue
Safety products with proof and date of purchase,
Sprue Safety Products Ltd hereby warrants that
during the 5 (five) 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-623E 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

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