Kidde Slick 1SF23/9HI Assembly instructions

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Thank you for purchasing a Kidde Fyrnetics alarm.
Please read through our guide in full.
Kidde Fyrnetics recommends for maximum protection that both ionisation and
photo-electric (optical) smoke alarms be installed. Ionisation technology is faster at
detecting fast flaming fires that give off little smoke. Photo-electric (optical) technology
is faster at responding to slow, smouldering smoky fires.
Heat alarms should be installed in environments where excessive steam, dust etc.
make smoke alarms impractical e.g. kitchens/boiler rooms/lofts.
Smoke and Heat alarm
Installer’s Guide
230V Interconnectable Mains Operated Alarms For models:
1SF23/9HI, 1SF23/9HIR, 1SF23/9HIRE, 2SF23/9HI, 2SF23/9HIR,
2SF23/9HIRE, 3SF23/9HI, 3SF23/9HIR, 3SF23/9HIRE
The additional Owner’s Manual should be left in a safe place
for the property owner. e.g. near Consumer Unit.
DO NOT LEAVE THIS INSTALLER’S GUIDE WITH THE PROPERTY OWNER.
idde Safety Europe, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, U .
www.kiddefyrnetics.co.uk
© Kidde Fyrnetics 2001
Contents
Section 1. Installation Instructions – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Section 2. Recommended Locations for Smoke/Heat Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Section 3. Locations to be Avoided (Smoke Alarms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Section 4. Installing Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Section 5. Initial Testing and Checking of Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Section 6. Interconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Section 7. Timing of Installation/Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 8. Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 9. L.E.D. Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 10. Ongoing Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 11. Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 12. Repair/Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 13. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 14. Service and Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Section 15. Limitations of Smoke/Heat Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Electrical rating 230V AC,
50Hz 80mA max per alarm
(maximum 80mA for originating unit
with 24 alarms interconnected).
Lic No: 7861
BS 5446: Pt. 1: 2000
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*Kite mark is not applicable to Heat Alarms.
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1. Installation Instructions – Introduction
This alarm is designed for installation by a qualified electrician, in accordance with
the latest I.E.E. Regulations and in regard to relevant Building Regulations.
•Read these instructions thoroughly before proceeding.
Peoples lives depend on it.
• This manual is supplied for your guidance and should not be left with the property
owner. This is for use by qualified electricians.
•AC alarms must be powered by a constant 230V AC, 50Hz supply that is not
controlled by any form of switch.
BS5839 Pt6: 1995 advises as follows:
Grade ‘E’ – AC only:
Connect to dedicated spur on the Consumer Unit, preferably not via a r.c.d. type
device*. (If one is deemed essential, the r.c.d. must only serve the smoke alarm
circuit. Additionally it should be independent of any r.c.d.’s protecting
sockets/portable equipment etc..)
This alarm type has no secondary power source.
* Only smoke or heat alarms must be connected on this circuit.
Grade ‘D’–AC with secondary power e.g. Alkaline battery/rechargeable cells.
Connect to dedicated circuit with provisions as for Grade ‘E’type or, to a regularly
used local lighting circuit, that is separately electrically protected.
•Only interconnect to the identical brand of smoke/heat or C.O. alarm. Do not
connect to any other brand of alarm/auxilary device.
•When testing the alarm, stand back so your hearing is not damaged by the 85dB
sounder.
•In new build or refurb projects, protect the alarm with a dust cap to prevent
insects or dust contamination by following trades. The property owner or other
responsible person must be advised to remove them for the alarms to operate
correctly. (Ideally, fit alarms at latest stage possible onto pre-installed
mounting base.)
•Do not Meggar Test the alarm circuit without disconnecting the alarm. Failure to
do so will cause the alarms to fail and be outside of the guarantee provisions.
Danger –electrical shock hazard!
Never restore power supply until all alarms are completely installed.
Doing so before hand can cause serious injury.
2. Recommended Locations for Smoke/Heat Alarms
•Ideally locate near centre of room on ceiling but at least 1.5m from any light
fixture†and 300mm away from any wall.
†See Section 3
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300mm (12")
150mm (6")
Dead
Air
Sloped/Peaked Ceilings
Flat Ceilings
•On peaked ceilings install within 900mm (36") of highest point.
•Install one in every room, including occupied attics, but not in
kitchens/bath rooms/shower rooms/boiler rooms/garages.
3. Locations to be Avoided (Smoke Alarms)
•Do not site within 3m of a steam source e.g. kitchen/bath room or garage.
•Do not site within 1m of dimmer control cabling.†
Do not site within 1.5m of any light fixture
In locations where temperature may fall below 5°C (41°F), or above 40°C (104°F).
•In very dusty/dirty/insect laden areas.
•Any location where the free flow of smoke to the alarm could be interrupted
(e.g. next/above a door/air vent/heater/air-con unit).
•Areas where routine maintenance or operating hush/test button is difficult
(e.g. top of stairwells).
•Siting should be in accordance with the current Building Regulations and/or
BS5839 Pt6/current I.E.E. Regulations.
Heat Alarms should not be placed directly over hobs/ovens/sinks
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4. Installing Alarm
• These are mains powered alarms, so isolate the mains supply before commencing
installation. They are for installation by a qualified electrician in accordance with
the current I.E.E. regulations.
•Select suitable location having regard to earlier advice.
•Bring house wiring through a dry lining box or Kidde Fyrnetics Surface Mount
Pattress[SMK23]into back of alarm; side entry, via mini trunking is also possible
by carefully knibbling away edge on terminal block cover. Make good joint, with
white sealant, if necessary.
5. Loose Battery Models
•The alarm will not locate without a battery in the compartment
On rechargeable models there is no battery compartment -
type of alarm is indicated on alarm.
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•Wire in house cabling to appropriate terminals
after prising off terminal cover block
•Carefully replace cover by locating leg as shown
and then gently levering clip to fully close.
•If necessary the alarm can be unclipped from its
base plate(1), and just the base installed, at 1st
fix. The alarm itself can then be slid on to the
hinge, and then slid home as illustrated below(2).
•Reinstall on alarm base plate affix to ceiling and push (and hold) test button
to verify battery operation.
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• If alarm is not being interconnected, interconnect cable terminal on alarm is unused.
(2)
(1)
✔
✘
(or via side entry) (or on SMK23)

Battery Changing
•Loose battery models (battery charging) See section 12
•Reconnect mains supply and check green L.E.D. is lit –red L.E.D. will flash
intermittently.
•You may interconnect up to 23 Kidde Fyrnetics AC smoke, heat or CO alarms to
this unit. i.e. 24 in total.
•Crossing line and neutral connections or line and interconnect connections will
fatally damage all interconnected alarms invalidating the guarantee.
•All interconnected alarms must be powered off the same fuse/circuit breaker.
Total cable length between alarms must not exceed 250m (273yds) and be 1.0mm
in diameter, 3 core and earth (BS6243Y). Wiring must conform to the
IEE regulations - BS7671, or latest edition.
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6. Initial Testing and Checking of Alarm
•Having energised circuit, press and hold the test button again –the alarm
should sound and other interconnected ones also, within a few seconds.
•Do this for all alarms.
•If any do not sound, isolate mains and recheck cabling.
•On optical alarms if the red L.E.D. blinks every 30-40 seconds and the alarm
chirps inbetween, it indicates failure of the sensing chamber - replace alarm.
{This condition also exists if the Hush button is pushed}
•Advise the house-holder (if present) as to how to test the alarms.
7. Interconnecting
GREEN LED RED LED

8. Timing of Installing/Decorating
•Install the base plate (and surface pattress if used) at 1st fix.
•Do not install alarm itself until following trades have finished e.g.
plasterers/painters/carpet fitters etc..
•Do not install if property remains damp/unheated.
• Dust and other contaminants e.g. paint fumes, will enter the alarm causing possible
nuisance alarms and damage the sensitive components within.
(It will also invalidate the guarantee provisions.)
•Never plug in or remove cabling when circuit is live as you could short circuit it
and invalidate the guarantee.
•After installation, cover the alarm with the supplied dust cover –
this must be removed just prior to occupation for the alarm to function.
9. Decorating
•Never paint the alarm itself.
•During redecoration, all alarms should be covered with the supplied dust cover
or a plastic bag to prevent contamination by fumes.
(These can permanently damage the alarm).
Do not uncover until the surrounding paintwork is thoroughly dried.
•Whilst covered, the alarm cannot operate.
Remove covering as detailed above.
10. L.E.D. Status
•Green L.E.D. is lit when AC power is present.
•Red L.E.D. blinks to indicate normal operation of alarm function. (If model with
battery back-up, also indicates healthy battery.) In alarm state (i.e. triggered),
L.E.D. will flash rapidly.
If interconnected to other alarms only the triggering alarm will have a rapidly
flashing L.E.D..
On optical alarms if the red L.E.D. blinks every 30-40 seconds and the alarm
chirps inbetween, it indicates failure of the sensing chamber. Householders
should consult Owner’s Manual or installer/landlord. {This condition also exists
if the Hush button is pushed}
•The alarm sounder and flashing L.E.D. will remain whilst the alarm continues to
detect smoke (or excessive heat in a heat alarm).
11. Ongoing Maintenance
•Alarms are sensitive electrical devices. The test button should be pushed (and
held) once a week to verify operation.
•Once a month the alarm should be wiped with a mildly damp cloth, having pre-
viously vacuumed the outside of the unit, especially through the grill area. The
mains supply should first be isolated.
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12. Battery Replacement (AC models with loose battery only)
•If the alarm type has replaceable battery cells,
they should be replaced annually. (If using alkaline,
this can be extended to 2 years).
•A chirp once every 40 seconds indicates the battery
needs replacement. Do this as soon as possible.
•Mains power should be disconnected at the
Consumer Unit/fuse box.
•See section 4 to see how to remove alarm and locate battery draw.
•Replace with an alkaline battery such as Eveready Energiser 522,
Duracell MN1604, Duracell Ultra MX1604. (Do not use rechargeable cells.)
•If a chirping noise is present after this, wait for 10 minutes to elapse, as it may
be due to the hush button having been pushed.
On rechargeable models there are no user replaceable components.
13. Repair/Servicing
•If the alarm is not functioning, first check the troubleshooting section. If this
does not rectify the problem:
•Ensure the alarm has recently been cleaned and that the green L.E.D. is lit.
•If within guarantee, return postage paid to the address at the end of this manual,
with a copy of the invoice or proof of date of installation.
•Do not attempt to dismantle the alarm –this will invalidate the guarantee.
14. Limitations of Smoke/Heat Alarms
Warning! Alarms are devices that can provide early warning of possible fires at a
reasonable cost; however, alarms have sensing limitations. Ionisation type alarms
offer a broad range of fire sensing capability but are better at detecting fast flaming
fires than slow smouldering fires.
Optical (Photo-electric) alarms sense slow smouldering fires better than flaming
fires. Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable. Neither
type of alarm (Photo-electric or Ionisation) is always best, and a given alarm may
not always provide warning of a fire. Heat alarms are triggered when a temperature of
57°C is reached –they must always be used in conjunction and interconnected to
smoke alarms.
Loose batteries, where fitted must be of the specified type, in good condition and
installed properly.
All alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the alarm circuits
are in good operating condition.
Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the unit. Therefore,
smoke alarms may not sense fires starting in chimneys, walls, on roofs, on the other
side of a closed door or on a different floor. If the alarm is located outside the bedroom
or on a different floor, it may not wake up a sound sleeper. Equally heat alarms will
only be triggered if they are correctly sited to detect heat. The use of alcohol or
drugs may also impair ones ability to hear the alarm. For maximum protection a
smoke alarm should be installed in each sleeping area on every level of a home.
Hearing impaired occupiers should consider fitting additional strobe accessories to
give a visual alarm.
Although smoke/heat alarms can help save lives by providing an early warning of a
fire, they are not a substitute for an insurance policy. Home owners and renters
should have adequate insurance to protect their property.
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16. Service and Guarantee
If after reviewing this manual you feel that your smoke alarm is defective in any
way, do not tamper with the unit. Return it prepaid for servicing to: Kidde Safety
Europe, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, UK –Email: [e-mail], or
refer to your installer or Landlord.
Guarantee
Kidde Fyrnetics guarantees to you as a purchaser that the enclosed smoke alarm
will be free of defects in material, workmanship or design under normal use and
service for a period of 6 years, excluding any loose batery supplied. This extends to
10 years on Hard Wired Rechargeable/Long Life, products (from the date of installation)
including the back up battery/powercell.
The Guarantee is not assignable. Our liability to you, under this guarantee is limited
to repairing or replacing any part which we find to be defective in material, work-
manship or design, free of charge to the customer, who is situated within the UK,
upon sending the alarm with proof of date of purchase, postage prepaid, to Kidde
Safety Europe, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, UK.
The terms of this guarantee will not apply in the following circumstances: If alarm
has been damaged, modified, neglected, dismantled, contaminated, abused or
altered after the date of purchase, or if it fails to operate due to incorrect selection,
siting, installation, maintenance or inadequate AC or DC electrical power,or damage
caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied.
The liability of Kidde Fyrnetics, arising from the sale of this alarm or under the
terms of this guarantee shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement of the
alarm, in no case, shall be liable for consequential loss or damaged resulting from
the failure of the alarm or for the breach of this or any other guarantee, express or
implied, or for damaged caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied.
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
Kidde Fyrnetics makes no guarantee, express or implied, written or oral, including
that of satisfactory quality or fitness for any particular purpose, with respect to the battery,
except built-in rechargeable/Long Life cells.
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Symptom
1. Green L.E.D. not lit
2. Frequent nuisance
alarms
3. Alarm chirps every 40
seconds
4. Alarm does not sound
when test button
pressed and held.
5. Interconnected alarms
do not sound when
test button is pressed
and held.
Possible cause/solutions
a. Loss of mains power –check at Consumer Unit
for Blown Fuse or tripped Circuit Breaker.
b. Check cables at back of alarm are correctly
seated /wired in and the alarm is pushed fully
home. (see “Battery Changing”section).
See sections 4d and 7.
See section 5 (if the hush button has been pressed
the unit will chirp for 7 minutes to indicate it is in
hush mode).
See parts 1a and 1b above.
See part 1b above –consult a qualified electrician
or your Landlord to remedy as soon as possible.
15. Troubleshooting
•Always turn off the mains supply to AC alarms before checking connections etc..