Kidde SLICK RF-SFTP User manual

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Kidde Safety Europe, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, UK.
www.kiddefyrnetics.co.uk
© Kidde Fyrnetics 2010
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RF-SFTP 230V Mains Operated Wireless Interconnectable
Alarm Base with Rechargeable Battery Backup
For use with the following models with the designator:
1SFW, 1SFWR, 2SFW, 2SFWR, 3SFW and 3SFWR
Thank you for purchasing a Kidde Fyrnetics alarm accessory.
Please read through our manual in full. Important information
included and the manual must be left with the householder.
Electrical rating 230V AC,
50Hz 100mA max per (maximum 35mA for originating unit
with 16 Devices interconnected).
Wireless Alarm Base
21008418 REV. B
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The wireless base uses radio signals to interconnect alarms.
When installed, if one unit alarms for an event it will communi-
cate with the other alarms using radio communication. Remote
test and hush functionality can also be added wirelessly using the
KN-RTH-RF accessory
Unit does not support carbon monoxide alarm signals
The wireless base will not recognize a signal from an intercon-
nected CO alarm. However, an interconnected CO alarm will not
hinder the wireless base system. The wireless base will only
receive and transmit smoke and heat alarm signals.
This wireless base is mains powered having a rechargeable
battery system providing back up power for approximately 3
months on mains failure.
Installation Instructions – Introduction
This wireless base is designed for installation by a competent,
qualified electrician, in accordance with the latest I.E.E.
Regulations and complying with relevant building regulations.
• Read these instructions thoroughly before proceeding. People’s
lives depend on it.
• This manual is for use by qualified electricians.
• Wireless alarm base and attached alarms must be powered by a
constant 230V AC, 50Hz supply that is not controlled by any
form of switch. It is not suitable to be connected being con-
trolled / supplied by a light dimmer circuit. Failure to comply
with this directive may lead to product failure / overheating of
components which is outside the terms of the guarantee.
WARNING:
This alarm cannot be operated from power derived from a square
wave or modified sine wave inverter. These types of inverters are
sometimes used to supply power to the structure in off grid
installations, such as solar or wind derived power sources. These
power sources produce high peak voltages that will damage the
alarm.
Kidde recommends to connect alarms and bases to a dedicated
circuit that is separately electrically protected. This helps
minimise interference (EMI) on alarm interconnect line from
CFL's, dimmers, LV transformers etc.
• This wireless base will not detect smoke or heat and must be
installed in conjunction with the specified alarms. Only connect
to the specified models of smoke or heat alarm. Do not connect
to any other brand of alarm/auxilary device unless approved by
Kidde. 2
Introduction
The RF-SFTP wireless base can be fitted with Kidde Heat and
Smoke Alarm models that have the designation following the
model number.
Up to 15 wireless bases can be fitted in a system due to con-
straints of the supervised system (see installers guide of alarm
for limits of alarms). Although the RF system is limited 15 bases,
the system can have up to 24 devices.
Warning: Do not interconnect two wireless bases with the hard-
wire as well. This will cause a signal loop that will never exit
alarm once started.
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• The earth terminal connection provided is for termination purpos-
es only and is NOT electrically connected within the sealed alarm
/ base units.
Danger – electrical shock hazard!
Never restore power supply until all alarms are completely
installed, doing so before hand can cause serious injury.
Do not install in a dripping, water splashing, or very humid area.
Interconnecting
To connect all alarms with wireless bases use only the line and neu-
tral lines, do not connect to the I/O terminal.
To expand an existing interconnected system, connect a wireless base
to one alarms of the hardwired system and then and additional wire-
less base at each new location. DO NOT HARDWIRE INTERCON-
NECT TWO ALARMS WITH WIRELESS BASE TOGETHER.
These are double insulated products and do not need earthing:
never use earth conductor to interconnect – use 3 core and earth
cable. Use black in 3 core & earth cabling, for interconnect line.
If installing using old cabling (different colors), take great care /
follow IEE Reqs.
A maximum of 24 Kidde devices may be interconnected in a
multiple station arrangement the interconnect system should not
exceed 12 Smoke Alarms and/or 18 alarms total (Smoke, Heat, CO
and etc). With 18 alarms interconnected up to 6 alarm accessories
(relay modules, visual signal device and etc.).
For systems utilizing wireless bases the same restrictions apply but
the maximum number of wireless bases is limited to 15.
Line
Neutral
House Cabling Refer to IEE Reqs
Line
Line
Neutral
Neutral
Interconnect (I/O)*
House Cabling Refer to IEE Reqs
Do NOT subject the alarm circuit to insulation resistance testing with the alarm /
base units connected. Failing to do so will cause damage outside the terms of the
guarantee provisions.
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RF-SFTP Wireless Base Set – Up
1. The smoke alarms and wireless base should be positioned as rec-
ommended in the installation guides supplied with the alarms
with special care to avoid possible causes of interference with the
RF signal(such other wireless products, electronic devices and
large metal objects).
2. The installation method for the alarms and base is described in
the smoke alarm installation manual for the alarms. All wiring
connections are made via the under side; the wireless base is
sealed and does not contain any user serviceable parts.
3. Bring house wiring through a dry lining box into back of alarm;
side entry, via mini trunking is also possible by carefully knib-
bling away edge on trim-plate. Make good joint, with white
sealant, if necessary. When installing the base using trunking, do
not attempt to break or knockout the sections out, use a tool to
cut them and prevent damaging the base.
4. Mains alarms and the mains powered RF-SFTP wireless base are
designed for installation by a competent, qualified electrician, in
accordance with the latest I.E.E. Regulations and complying with
relevant Building Regulations. Provide mains power to all units,
with which the rechargeable battery is turned on for service.
5. Care should be taken to insure the wires are pressed firmly into
the appropriate holes on the terminal block (Do not use slots for
wire retention, see figure d). Pull back lightly on each wire to
verify it is seated well.)
6. Verify that the power is on,the power is present when the amber and
green LEDs are illuminated. Choose a unit in a central location as the
master unit. This unit will enrol the other units(create a linked sys-
tem) during the remaining process; the remaining units will then be
remote units. Press the enrol button on the master unit until the
amber LED turns off (takes approximately 5 seconds) and begins to
flash on/off every 2 seconds with the green LED flashing every 4
seconds. (This indicates this unit is broadcasting as the MASTER
unit). THIS UNIT IS NOW THE MASTER WIRELESS BASE
FUNCTION BUTTON ENROL BUTTON
ALARM RELEASE
LATCH
AMBER LED
ERROR INDICATOR
CEILING
ALARM
GREEN LED
POWER/TRANSMIT IND.
Figure 3. Side of Base with Alarm Attached
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Figure 2, Terminal
Block
Figure 1, Mounting Methods
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Determine
location for all
alarms.
Connect all units
to AC to turn
the units on.
Press and hold
enrol button on
master unit
Amber LED on
2sec./off 2 sec.
Green flashes
ever 4 sec.
Press and release
enrol button on
remote unit
Amber LED
flashes
continuously
Amber LEDs off,
Green LEDs flash
every 10 sec.
Amber LED
flashes every 4
sec.
Press and release
enrol button on
remote unit
System
Enrolment
complete
More
remotes?
Press and release
enrol button on
master unit
YES NO
7. Go to the nearest unit (this will be a remote unit) and press and
release the enrol button. The amber LED will flash - 2 seconds
on and 2 seconds off (it may immediately start flashing 1-6 times
if it catches a message from the master).When it has received an
invitation from the master unit the amber LED will flash 1-6
times every 4 seconds to indicate the signal strength; a good
signal level is indicated by 3 or more flashes. If the remote is
only flashing 1 or 2 times, try rotating the wireless base or mov-
ing it away from obstructions like large metal objects and light-
ing fixtures.
8. Press the enrol button on this remote; the amber LED will blink
rapidly showing it is enrolled, and that the system is still in
enrolment mode.
9. Repeat this procedure with all other remote alarms.
10 Return to the master unit and press the enrol button. This will
cause the green LED to go out for one second in ten to indicate
the master is broadcasting.
• Failure to follow this procedure will cause the master unit to
time out after ten minutes automatically enrolling any other
compatible systems nearby that are being set up / enrolled.
11. To visually check the system is operating –
• The master unit is recognised by the green LED flashing 1
second every 10 seconds.
• A remote is recognised by a quick flash of the green LED
once every 10 seconds.
12.The system is now functional.
• If the amber LED flashes every 10 seconds it indicates that
the battery is low and will require 24 hours to become fully
charged whilst connected to the mains supply'
Pressing the enrol button during enrolment will end the process
and put the unit back into standby even if not enrolled with
other units. Any unit can be reset to its factory settings; refer
to the following section, “Resetting unit to factory condition”
for details.
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Indiction Status Action
No LED function when connected
to 230VAC Mains
Unit is not powered and will not
function
Check to insure battery is connect-
ed correctly and the connector is
seated completely. Check that
power is present at the connection.
Amber LED is not on/Green LED
blinks off quickly ever 10 seconds
Unit is a remote station, has AC
mains power and operating cor-
rectly
No Action needed
Amber LED is not on/Green LED
turns off for 1 second ever 10
seconds
Unit is a master unit, has AC
mains power and operating cor-
rectly
No Action needed
Amber and green LEDs are not
on or flashing*
Unit has no mains power Check breaker and have an elec-
trician check the circuit for proper
AC mains power.
Amber LED flashes every 2 sec-
onds and the green LED is lit
continuously
Unit is a remote station and does
not have a reliable communica-
tion path with the master unit.
Amber LED flashes every 5 sec-
onds and the green LED blinks for 1
second once every 10 seconds
Unit is the master unit and does not
have a reliable communication path
with one of the remote units.
Amber LED every 2 seconds and
the green LED blinks for 1 second
once every 10 seconds or less.
Unit is the master unit and has
lost communication with all
remote units.
Amber LED flashes every 10
seconds and the green LED
blinks once every 10 seconds.
Unit is in Low battery Insure green LED is on indicating
230VAC Mains power is present for
at least 24 hours. After 48 hours with
power, contact customer support
Amber LED is one for 1 sec. then
off for 1 sec., green LED flashes
ever 4 sec.
Unit is master unit and is in enrol
mode.
Amber LED is flashing on and off
rapidly
Unit is a remote unit, is enrolled
but system is in enrol mode.
Determine if there is an obstruc-
tion like a large metal object that
has been placed between the
remote and master units causing
interference. Relocate the
obstruction or the RF units.
Complete the enrolment process
and press the enrol button on the
master units
*Green LED is lit to show AC mains connected and flashes as detailed to indicate condition. When AC mains is
not connected, green LED will flash rapidly to indicate it is transmitting in alarm/test state but will not flash other-
wise.
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Green Amber Comment
Factory
setting On On Not enrolled in system
Enrol
mode
Blinking every 4
sec. 2 seconds on every 4 seconds Master unit enrolling remotes.
On 2 seconds on every
4 seconds Remote waiting
Flashes 1-6 flashes every 4
seconds Remote communicating
On Blinking Remote enrolled
Normal
operation
Off 1 second every
10 seconds Off Master unit
Off 0.5 second
every 10 seconds Off Remote Unit
Error
modes –
Remote
unit
Flashes every 2
seconds
Has poor or no
communication link
with master unit.
Error
modes –
Master
Unit
Flashes every 5
seconds
Poor or no
communication with
at least one remote
unit.
Flashes every 2
seconds
Poor or no
communication with
(all) remote unit(s).
Low
Battery Flashes every 10 seconds
AC Power has been
disrupt for exteneded
period or battery is
faulty.
LED Settings Chart
Fault Finding Chart
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Adding an additional wireless unit
This process is to enrol additional wireless bases to an existing
system.
1. Install and power up the new unit. The Amber and the Green
LED of the new wireless base will both be on.
2. Go to the master alarm. (See section 1 above to recognise a
master and remote RF wireless base).
3. Press the enrol button for 1-2 seconds on the master RF wireless
base. The amber LED will flash on for 2 seconds and off for 2
seconds. It is ready to enrol a new remote wireless base.
4. Press the enrol button for 1-2 seconds on the new remote alarm
RF base. The amber LED on the wireless base will flash on for 2
seconds and off for 2 seconds. When the master unit invites it to
join the amber LED on the remote wireless base will flash 1-6
times every 4 seconds.
5. Press the enrol button on the new remote to complete the process.
The amber LED will blink rapidly indicating the remote has
completed the enrolment process.
6. Return to the master unit and press the enrol button a second time
to set the system.
Removing a wireless unit.
NOTE: Alarms can be replaced without replacing the wireless
base.
1. If a wireless base needs to be removed from the system, remove
power from the unit to be removed and wait for 5 minutes for the
master unit to recognize the error. Go to the master unit (see sec-
tion 1 as to how to distinguish between the master and remote RF
units) and verify that the amber LED is flashing (or on
continuously if there is only two units in the system). Press the
enrol button on the master RF wireless base. The amber LED will
begin to flash on for two seconds and off for two seconds.
2. Press the enrol button on the master unit a second time to finalise
the new system.
Resetting unit to factory condition.
The wireless base may be reset to the factory settings at any time by
pressing both buttons for ten(10) seconds. (this may be helpful if
there is confusion during enrollment or if the base is being relo-
cated).
1. Press and hold the function button before pressing the enrol but-
ton.
2. While holding the function button press the enrol button and hold
both until the amber LED flashes rapidly 10 times and then
remains lit.
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Monitoring the Wireless link.
• The system is designed to automatically and continuously
monitor the wireless link between the alarm. when powered by
AC mains (230Volts)
• The master alarm broadcasts every 10 seconds; the green LED
will flash to indicate this.
• The master unit will monitor the response from each remote.
• If a remote has not communicated with the master unit within 2
minutes the master unit will send 4 rapid broadcasts to try to re-
establish a link.
• If the communication with the remote is still absent the master
amber LED will blink.
• If the remote has missed the master for 2 minutes the remote
amber LED will flash every 5 seconds (see LED table).
• Once communication between the master and remote units is
re-established, both units will automatically return to normal
operation and the amber LED will stop flashing. This may take a
couple a minutes once the link is re-established to clear the error.
• On battery backup the units are not supervised and only listen for
messages. Re-establish AC power as soon as possible.
Connecting the Remote Test and Hush Accessory
The remote test and hush accessory (model KN-RTH-RF) is a
useful portable device allowing you to test and hush the alarms
within the wireless system without the requirement to physically
reach the alarms' test button. It can be affixed to a wall or used
placed in a suitable location I.E. on a table.
Please see owners manual supplied with the accessary for addi-
tional details.
Each wireless base may have only one remote test and hush
accessary enrolled at a time. We recommend you enrol it with the
alarm in your main living area.
1 Press the enrol button on the base and ensure it has enter enrol
mode indicated by the amber LED flashing.
2. Press any button on the accessory.
3. Verify the amber LED on the alarm has changed from 2 seconds
on 2 seconds off to rapid blinking.
4. Press the enrol button a second time on the wireless base to com-
plete the process.
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Technical Specification
Mains power: 230VAC / 50Hz.
Backup Power: Lithium secondary battery with up to 3
month capacity
Temperature (operating): 0 – 40°C
Humidity: 0-95% (non-condensing)
Radio Frequency: 868MHz
Wireless range: Greater than 150m in free space.
Mechanical: 12.7cm dia x 3.5cm
150 g.
Approvals (Independently tested to comply with):
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
R&TTE Directive 99/5/EC
ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1 (2008-04)
ETSI EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1 (2002-08)
ETSI EN 300 220-1 V2.3.1 (2009-04)
ETSI EN 300 220-2 V2.3.1 (2006-04)
EN 55022: 2006
EN 61000-3-2: 2006
EN 61000-3-3: 2005
Disposal
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with
Local Authority or Installer for recycling advice.
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Guarantee
Kidde Fyrnetics guarantees to you as a purchaser that the alarm
accessory will be free of defects in material, workmanship or
design under normal use and service for a period of ten (10) years,
from the date of purchase.
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, workmanship or design, free of
charge to the customer, who is situated within the UK and Eire,
upon sending the base 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 unit has been damaged, modified, neglected,
dismantled, contaminated, abused or altered after the date of pur-
chase, or if it fails to operate due to incorrect selection, sitting,
installation, maintenance or inadequate AC electrical power, or
damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied.
The liability of Kidde Fyrnetics, arising from the sale of this
wireless base or under the terms of this guarantee shall not in any
case exceed the cost of replacement of the device, 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 damages caused by failure to abide by
the instructions supplied. This guarantee does not affect your
statutory rights.
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