Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Ei 3100RF Ei Electronics
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1 SMOKE ALARM Radio Wireless Interconnect Instruction Leaflet Contains vital information on unit operation and installation. Read and retain carefully .
T able of Contents 1 READ THIS FIRST 2 INTRODUCTION 3 LOCA TING YOUR SMOKE ALARMS 4 POSITIONING YOUR SMOKE ALARM 5 INST ALLING YOUR SMOKE ALARMS 6 HOUSE CODING YOUR ALARMS 7 TESTING AND MAINT AINING Y.
3 10. If you have any doubt or query about Smoke Alarms con- sult the supplier or your local Fire Brigade. 2. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing Ei3105RF or Ei3100RF RadioLINK Smoke Alarms. Y ou can easily install these alarms throughout the house in closed rooms, corridors and in the attic for the fastest response to developing fires.
4 example) you should put your first Smoke Alarm in a corridor or hallway between the sleeping and living areas. Place it as near to the living area as possible, but make sure you can hear it loudly enough to wake you in the bedroom. (for exam- ple, see figure 2).
3.2 Multi Storey Dwellings If your home has more than one floor , at least one alarm should be fitted on each level (see figure 4). The Ei3105RF/Ei3100RF Wireless Smoke Alarm is ideal in this situation as they are automatically interconnected without wiring.
6 entering the Smoke Alarm. Keep at least 0.30m away from walls and corners (see figure 5). 4.2 W all Mounting When a ceiling position is not possible (for example on a ceil- ing having exposed beams or joists, or built-in radiant heat- ing) put the top edge of your Smoke Alarm between 0.
7 It can also block the insect screen mesh and prevent smoke from entering the chamber . • Do not locate in insect infested areas. Small insects getting in to the chamber can cause intermittent alarms. 5. INST ALLING YOUR SMOKE ALARMS (a) Attaching to Ceiling or Wall.
8 1. Pull cover open at tab. Remove cover from base by sepa- rating at rear snap-in hinges by rotating cover backwards. 2. Place the base on ceiling or wall exactly where you want to mount the unit. With a pencil, mark the location of the screw holes.
9 8. The units, as received, will transmit and receive the default RF signal. However , to avoid other neighbouring systems interfering with your alarms, we recommend that you “house code” your alarms.
10 6.1 House Code Procedure Ensure that the battery is connected to all alarms before beginning the house code procedure 1. Pull cover open at tab. Press the house code switch and hold until the amber light comes on and then release.
11 7.1 Manually T esting your Smoke Alarm It is recommended that you test your Smoke Alarm at least weekly to be sure the units are working. It will also help you and your family to become familiar with the sound of the alarms. When you press the test button it simulates the effect of smoke during a real fire.
12 If there are frequent nuisance/false alarms it may be neces- sary to re-locate the device away from the source of the fumes. If you installed the smoke alarms as received and did not house code them, you may be receiving an alarm signal from a neighbouring system.
13 the effects of contamination. However it is impossible to com- pletely eliminate the effect of dust and insect contamination, and therefore, to prolong the life of the Smoke Alarm you must ensure that it is kept clean so that excess dust does not build up.
14 8.3 The alarms sound but the wireless interconnection does not work There are certain limitations on radio frequency signals (see section 10.2) and so, some alarms may not sound when the test button of a smoke alarm.
15 clean the Smoke Alarm following instructions in this leaflet. • In the United Kingdom Ionisation Smoke Alarms can be dis- posed of in normal household refuse, but due to the tiny amount of radioactive material contained in the unit, no more than one alarm per dustbin.
16 4. Call the Fire Brigade from a neighbour ’ s house or mobile phone. Remember to give your name and address. 5. NEVER re-enter a burning house. 10. SMOKE ALARM & RF LIMIT A TIONS 10.1 Limitations of Smoke Alarms Smoke Alarms have significantly helped to reduce the number of fire fatalities in countries where they are widely installed.
17 roll up fire ladders and stools without adult help. Make sure they know what to do if the alarm goes off. 10.2 Limitations of Radio Frequency Signals Ei Electronics radio communication systems are very reliable and are tested to high standards.
18 12. FIVE YEAR GUARANTEE (Limited) Ei Electronics, guarantees this smoke alarm for five years from date of purchase against any defects that are due to faulty materials or workmanship.
19 14. TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TION Battery: Replaceable 9 V olt Alkaline Duracell (MN1604, Energizer 522 or Eveready 522). Battery Life: Battery can power unit in standby for over a year . Power on Indicator: Red light flashes every 40 seconds. Smoke Sensitivity: Meets or exceeds requirements of BS5446-1: 2000.
20 RF Visual Indicator: On T ransmission, Amber LED lights continuously for 1.5 to 3.5 seconds while messages are being transmitted. Size of System: A maximum number of 12 units can com- municate toge.
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