Red R9 User manual

SMOKE ALARM R9

Photoelectric Smoke Alarm with 9V Battery & Test Button

SMOKE ALARMS

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

Sound Level Alarm

Condition Visual

Indicators

Approval

9V Battery

Type A Photoelectric smoke alarm

- contains NO radioactive material

0.08-0.2db/m

<20mA operation (In Alarm)

0°C to 40°C

10% to 90%

AS 3786:2014, UL S36341

•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

IMPORTANT: This manual contains important information about the installation and operation of your smoke alarm. Please read carefully before

installation and keep for future reference. Please ensure that this leaflet remains in the household where the alarm is installed.

WARNING: This smoke alarm is designed to alert you to the presence of smoke. It cannot prevent a fire. There are hazards involved which 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.

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 any time, 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

Mounting

Plate

Screw

9V Battery

Alarm Unit

Turn counter clockwise to

tuninstall and deactivate

This smoke alarm is a single station photoelectric alarm and should NOT be connected

Ceiling Mounting

to other smoke alarms.

As hot smoke rises and spread out, it is advisable to mount on a ceiling in a central position.

If your dwelling is on a single storey, for minimum protection you should fit an alarm in

Avoid areas where there is no air circulation. E.g., Corners of rooms and keep away from

the hallway between the living areas (incl. Kitchens) and sleeping areas. Place it as

items which may prevent the free flow of air. Place the unit at least 300mm from and light

near to the living areas as possible and ensure the alarm is audible when the

fitting or decorative object which might obstruct smoke / heat entering the alarm. Keep at

bedrooms are occupied.

least 300mm away from walls. See Figure 3i

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

Wall Mounting

includes basements but excludes crawl spaces and unfinished attics.

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

NOTE:

For maximum protection, an alarm should be fitted in every room (except

kitchen, bathroom, and garage).

On a Sloping Ceiling

In areas with sloping or peaked ceilings install your Smoke Alarm 900mm from the highest

DO NOT FIT AN ALARM IN THE KITCHEN or BATHROOM, as cooking fumes or steam

point measured horizontally because “dead air” at the apex may prevent smoke from

may trigger the alarm.

reaching the unit. See Figure 3ii.

DO NOT FIT ALARM IN A GARAGE, as exhaust fumes are likely to set it off. SINGLE-STOREY RESIDENCE, APARTMENT, MOBILE HOME MULTI-STOREY RESIDENCE

APEX OF

SLOPING

min

500mm

1500mm

CEILING

500mm

min

max

DEAD

AIR SPACE

BEST

HERE

HEAT & SMOKE

Figure 3ii

FROM FIRE

CEILING / WALL JUNCTION

CEILING

300mm min

HEAT &

DEAD AIR

SPACE

SMOKE

FROM

FIRE

BEST

NEVER

HERE

ACCEPTABLE HERE

Figure 3i SIDE WALL

BEDROOM

W/C

BATH

LOUNGE ROOM

BED

HALL

BED

ROOM

KITCHEN

LIVING

BEDROOM

ROOM

KITCHEN

DINING

BASEMENT

Smoke alarms for minimum protection.

Smoke alarms with hush features recommended

Smoke alarms for additional protection.

for additional protection

85dB at three metres minimum

Audible signal pattern (ISO 8201)

Red LED for warning and low

battery indication

600mm min

300mm min

Areas to be avoided include the following:

•Situations where the temperature may fall below 0 oC or rise above 40 oC

•Humid areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, shower rooms where

the relative humidity may exceed 90%

•Near a decorative object, door, light fitting, window moulding etc., 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 for 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.

Hush or Silence Feature

•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.

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 may be 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 some maintenance or cleaning.

Maintenance:

The smoke alarm is virtually maintenance 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. See the replacing date on the bottom of the

alarm unit.

DO NOT IMMERSE IN OR SPRAY WITH HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS.

If the unit gives a chirping sound every 60sec the battery may

need to be replaced.

OPERATION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE

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.

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.

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.

Battery & Battery Replacement:

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’. It will operate at 30-40

second intervals for a minimum of 7 days. 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.

This smoke alarm is powered by a 9V-DC. carbon zinc or alkaline

battery. The battery should last at least one year under normal

operating conditions. Recommended battery included: Energiser 522

WARNING: DO NOT use any other type of battery, other than as specified

in this manual. DO NOT use rechargeable batteries.

IMPORTANT

The operation of the smoke alarm must test with the test facility

whenever the batteries are replaced.

CAUTION

•Switch off smoke alarm before removing smoke alarm for battery replacement.

•If the battery is incorrectly replaced, the smoke alarm will not

operate and may cause damage.

Warranty:

The smoke alarm is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for ten (10) years from the date of purchase and is not transferable under

normal use. The warranty does not cover natural disasters such as fire, flood, hurricanes, and tornados. Warranty is conditional on the smoke alarm being used

in the normal way and not being modified or subject to attempted repairs or contamination. The warranty excludes the battery, incidental and consequential

damages. Your statutory rights as a consumer are in no way compromised by this warranty. Red Smoke Alarms agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any

defective smoke alarm provided it is returned personally or by prepaid delivery with a copy of proof of purchase. This warranty does not cover damages resulting

from lack of reasonable care of the product. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a

replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods

repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Subject to those non-excluded rights and provisions and the above warranty, Red Smoke Alarms will not be liable for injury to persons, damage to property, or

for any direct or indirect or consequential damage as a result of negligence or fault on the part of Red Smoke Alarms or it’s servants, agents, suppliers and

contractors or otherwise arising out of or resulting from, whether directly or indirectly, the use, installation or maintenance of the smoke alarm and any warranties