Red Smoke Alarms R9 User manual

SMOKE ALARM R9
Photoelectric Smoke Alarm with 9V Battery & Test Button
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE NOTE: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS SMOKE ALARM.
Specifications: Features:
Main Power Source :
Sensing Type :
Sensitivity to smoke :
Operation Current :
Temperature Range :
Humidity Range :
Type of Installation :
Sound Level Alarm :
Condition Visual :
Indicators :
Approval :
IMPORTANT: This manual contains important information about the installation and operation of your smoke alarm. Please read carefully before
installation and keepfor future reference. Please ensure thatthis leaflet remains in the household where the alarm is installed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Installation of Smoke Alarms:
1.The battery must be operational for correct alarm function. To test the
battery, press the test button on this smoke alarm.
2.The test button accurately tests all smoke alarm functions. DO NOT
use any other test method.
3.DO NOT remove or disconnect battery to silence unwanted alarms, this
will remove your protection. Press hush button or open windows to
ventilate the smoke alarm to silence it.
4. This smoke alarm is designed to be used inside a single dwelling only. In
buildings with several dwellings/units, each individual living unit should
have its own smoke alarms. DO NOT install in non-residential buildings.
5.Install a smoke alarm on every level of the home.
6. Smoke alarms can only sound their alarms when they detect smoke. Smoke
alarms detect combustion particles in the air. They do not sense heat, flame
or gas. This smoke alarm is designed to give an audible warning of a
developing fire; however, many fires are fast burning, explosive or
intentional, others are caused by carelessness or safety hazards. Smoke
may not reach the smoke alarm quickly enough to ensure safe escape.
7.Smoke alarms have limitations, this smoke alarm is not foolproof and is
not warranted to protect lives or property from fire. Smoke alarms are
not a substitute for insurance and homeowners and renters should
insure their lives and property. In addition, it is possible for the smoke
alarm to fail at anytime, for this reason, you must test the smoke alarm
weekly and replace every 10 years.
Locating and Positioning of Smoke Alarms:
1.From the back of the smoke alarm,
remove the mounting plate by turning
it counter clockwise.
2. Secure plate to ceiling or wall
with mounting screws
appropriate to the surface on
which the unit is to be mounted.
3. Connect new 9-volt battery to battery
connector inside battery pocket. Be
sure battery is securely connected.
The red LED may blink briefly when
battery is installed.
4. Position smoke alarm to
mounting plate and turn
clockwise to lock into place.
5.Push test button to test smoke
alarm. See Operation, Testing
and Maintenance
Figure 3i
Smoke alarms for minimum protection.
Smoke alarms for additional protection.
CEILING / WALL JUNCTION
CEILING
ACCEPTABLE HERE
BEST
HERE NEVER
HERE
HEAT &
SMOKE
FROM
FIRE
DEAD AIR
SPACE
SIDE WALL
300mm min
300mm min
500mm max
APEX OF
SLOPING
CEILING
HEAT & SMOKE
FROM FIRE
DEAD
AIR SPACE
1500mm max
500mm min
500mm min
BEST
HERE
BEST
HERE
Figure 3ii
SINGLE-STOREY RESIDENCE, APARTMENT
BEDROOMBEDROOM
BEDROOM W/C
KITCHEN DINING
BATH
LOUNGE ROOM
MULTI-STOREY RESIDENCE
HALL BED
ROOM
BED
ROOM
KITCHEN
BASEMENT
LIVING
R0OM
Smoke alarms with hush features recommended
for additional protection
Turn clockwise
to install and activate
Turn counter clockwise
to uninstall and deactivate
Monuting
Plate
Alarm Unit
Screw
9V Battery
SMOKE ALARMS
• DC operated photoelectric type smoke alarm
• Photoelectric sensor for slow smouldering fires
• Test & Hush button
• Environmentally friendly non-radioactive technology
• High and stable sensitivity
• Quick fix mounting bracket for easy installation
• Extra loud alarm sound over 85 dB
• Low-battery and battery missing warning indicators
• Auto reset when smoke clears
9V Battery
Type A Photoelectric smoke alarm
- contains NO radioactive material
0.08-0.2db/m
<20mA operation (In Alarm)
0°C to 45°C
5% to 95%
Indoor
85dB at three metres minimum
Audible signal pattern (ISO 8201)
Red LED for warning and low
battery indication
AS 3786:2014
WARNING: This smoke alarm is designed to alert you to the presence of smoke. It cannot prevent a fire. There are hazards involvedwhich smoke
alarms may not be effective against,such as smoking in bed, explosions, etc. The ultimate responsibility for fire protection rests with you, this
responsibility includes escape planning, safety checks and an effective warning system. In case of fire, a well-placed, properly looked after smoke
alarm may provide a few vital seconds so that you can escape and call the fire brigade.
This smoke alarm is a single station photoelectric alarm and should NOT be
connected to other smoke alarms.
If your dwelling is on a single storey, for minimum protection you should fit an
alarm in the hallway between the living areas (incl. Kitchens) and sleeping
areas. Place it as near to the living areas as possible and ensure the alarm
is audible when the bedrooms are occupied. If your dwelling is multi-storey,
for minimum protection one alarm should be fitted at the bottom of the
staircase with further alarms fitted on each upstairs landing. This includes
basements but excludes crawl spaces and unfinished attics.
NOTE: For maximum protection, an alarm should be fitted in every room
(except kitchen, bathroom, and garage).
DO NOT FIT AN ALARM IN THE KITCHEN or BATHROOM, as cooking
fumes or steam may trigger the alarm.
DO NOT FIT ALARM IN A GARAGE, as exhaust fumes are likely to set it
off.
Ceiling Mounting
As hot smoke rises and spreads out, it is advisable to mount on a ceiling in a
central position. Avoid areas where there isno air circulation. E.g.,Corners of
rooms and keep away from items which may prevent the free flow of air. Place the
unit at least 300mm from and light fitting or decorative object which might obstruct
smoke / heat entering the alarm. Keep at least 300mm away from walls. See
Figure 3i
Wall Mounting
Do not mount tight into the corners. Put the top edge of your smoke alarm 300mm
below the ceiling. Keep at least 300mm from room corners. See Figure 3i
On a Sloping Ceiling
In areas with sloping or peaked ceilings install your Smoke Alarm 900mm from the
highest point measured horizontally because “dead air” at the apex may prevent
smoke from reaching the unit. See Figure 3ii.

Areas to be avoided include the following:
Hush or Silence Feature
Operation, Testing and Maintenance
Battery & Battery Replacement:
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
Maintenance:
SMOKE ALARMS RED SMOKE ALARMS PTY. LTD.
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KUNDA PARK QLD 4556
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www.redsmokealarms.com.au
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and whilst every effort is made to ensure that descriptions,
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no warranty is given in respect thereof and the company shall not
be liable for any error therein.
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V 2.0
NOTE: After the Test/Hush button has been pressed, wait 10 minutes
before any additional testing is conducted to avoid any abnormal
responses as the smoke alarm is not sensitive to smoke during this period.
NOTE: If a nuisance alarm occurs and if there is no sign of smoke, heat, or
noise to suggest a fire you should get your family to a safe place before
investigating. Check the household carefully in case there is a small fire
smouldering out of sight, or if there is another source of smoke or fumes
such as cooking fumes being drawn past a smoke alarm by an extractor.
WARNING: If there are frequent nuisance alarms it maybe necessary to
re-locate the device away from the source of the fumes. If the alarm
continues sounding nuisance alarms without smoke or heat being
present; It may require smoke maintenance or cleaning.
The smoke alarm is virtually maintence free, however, under dusty or
greasy conditions, a vacuum cleaner may be used to clean the exterior of
unit (including slots on cover). Normally, the alarm can be operated up to
10 years without replacement.
DO NOT IMMERSE IN OR SPRAY WITH HOUSEHOLD
CLEANERS. If the units gives a chirping sound every 60sec the
battery may need to be replaced. • Switch off smoke alarm before removing smoke alarm for battery
replacement.
• If the battery is incorrectly replaced, thesmoke alarm will notoperate
and may cause damage.
The operation of the smoke alarm must test with the test facility
whenever the batteries are replaced.
The power of this smoke alarm is provided by one 9V DC battery. The battery
should last for at least 1 year under normal operating conditions. The smoke
alarm has a low battery indicator, an audible ‘chirp’ every 48 seconds. Replace
the battery when this indication occurs. Only the following 9V DC batteries (which
are available at hardware or electronic parts stores) may be used for
replacement.
The battery should last at least one year under normal operating
conditions. Recommended batteries: 9V-DC carbon zinc or alkaline
battery.
WARNING: DO NOT use any other type of battery, other than as specified
in this manual. DO NOT use rechargeable batteries.
WARNING: If the alarm sounds and the smoke alarm is not being tested, the
smoke alarm is sensing smoke. The sound of the alarm requires your immediate
attention and action.
WARNING: DO NOT disconnect battery to silence an unwanted alarm. This will
remove your protection. Ventilate the unit or open a window to remove smoke or
dust.
Operation
Normal Operation when no smoke is present, a red LED indicator will flash
ONCE A MINUTE and is an indication that the unit is operating properly.
Alarm Condition
When the unit detects smoke, the red LED indicator will flash rapidly,and alarm
will sound loudly until the air is clear.
Testing the Smoke Alarm
Test the smoke alarm once a month. If the smoke alarm ever fails to test correctly,
have it replaced immediately! If the smoke alarm is not working properly, it cannot
alert you to a problem.
• Situations where the temperature may fall below 0oC or rise above 45oC
• Humid areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, shower rooms where the
relative humidity may exceed 90%
• Near a decorative object, door, light fitting, window mouldingetc., that
may prevent smoke or heat from entering the alarm.
• Fume filled environments such as garages. Exhaust gases may cause
false alarms.
• Adjacent to or directly above hot components such as radiators or wall
vents that can affect the direction of air currents.
• In very dusty or dirty environments such as workshops.
• Locate unit at least 1.5m and route wiring at least 1m away from
fluorescent light fittings as electrical “noise” and/or flickering may affect
the unit.
• Do not wire into the same circuit as fluorescent lights or dimmers.
• Do not locate in insect infested areas. Insects and contamination on the
Smoke Alarm unit sensor can increase its response time.
1. Test each smoke alarm to be sure it is installed correctly and operating
properly.
2. The push-to-test button accurately tests functions. DO NOT use an open
flame to test this smoke alarm. You may ignite and damage the smoke alarm
or your home.
3. Stand at arm’s length from the smoke alarm when testing.
4. To test the smoke alarm, firmly press the test button, and the alarm will sound
a loud beep. The alarm will stop sounding after releasing the test button. If the
alarm does not sound, please re-test the alarm.
• This smoke alarm has a built-in Hush or Silence feature incorporated
into the Test/Hush button.
• If cooking or other non-hazardous sources cause the alarm to sound,
it can be temporarily silenced by pressing the Test/Hush button for 3
seconds.
• The alarm then enters a dormant period for 10 minutes. The red LED
will flash every 10 seconds to indicate the sensitivity is reduced.
• After the 10 minute dormant period, the alarm will give two short
beeps, and the alarm will resume normal operation.