INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL
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1. 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 5020 0 2 56 1 gt PSA LIFESAVER M MODEL LIF5800 amp LIF5800RL INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL LIFESAVER SMOKE ALARM PHOTO ELETRIC DESIGN 240VAC MAINS POWERED SINGLE STATION AND OR INTERCONNECTABLE 24 UNITS PHOTO ELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM 9V REPLACEABLE BATTERY BACKUP MODEL LIF5800 OR BUILT IN RECHARGEABLE BATTERY BACKUP MODEL LIFS800RL TEST AND HUSH CONTROL AND LOW BATTERY INDICATION IMPORTANT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS SMOKE ALARM WARNING Disconnecting smoke alarm from mounting base and or removing the 9V battery will render this smoke alarm inactive SPECIFICATION ELECTRICAL RATING 240VAC 50Hz 80mA per alarm and interconnectable to 24 alarms WARNING THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST ONLY BE WIRED TO A 240Vac 50Hz SINE WAVE CURRENT SUPPLY THIS PHOTO ELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM CONTAINS NO RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nete 2 56 PM Page 2 CONTENTS RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS E US A RA AAE T TARTA 1 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION AIIE NOOR ERATE NN 3 AVOID THESE LOCATIONS RE 3 FALSE ALARMS E E EE A T M 4 HOW TO REMOVE SMOKE ALARM FROM BASE PLATE INSTALLATION OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 10 BATTERY INSTALLATION REPLACEMENT AND TEST 12 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST amp HUSH 14 REP2. 17 3 THE WARRANTY WOULD BE VOID UNDER SUCH CIRCUM STANCES NOTE WEEKLY TESTING IS RECOMMENDED 23 OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etm 2 56 PM Page 24 18 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY 18 1 PSA Products Pty Ltd warrants the smoke alarm for five years from the date of manufacture or purchase of the smoke alarm PSA will repair or replace the smoke alarm at the option of PSA Products Pty Ltd due to any manu facturing defect at the cost of PSA Products Pty Ltd excluding any labour costs relating to removal or re installation of product and transport costs This warranty does not extend to the battery if any 18 2 This warranty shall not apply to the smoke alarm if it has been damaged modified abused or altered after the date of purchase or if it fails to operate due to improper maintenance 18 3 To the extent permitted by law the liability of PSA Products Pty Ltd arising from the sale of this smoke alarm or under the terms of this limited warranty shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement of smoke alarm and subject to this clause In no case shall PSA Products Pty Ltd be liable for consequential loss or damages resulting from the failure of the smoke alarm or breach of this or Any other warranty express or implied loss or damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied in the leaflets 18 4 To the extent permitted by law PSA Products Pty Ltd makes no warranty expressed or implied written or oral incl
3. PANEL LOCAL ALARM PANEL 15 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etm 2 56 PM Page 16 9 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST amp HUSH 9 2 REMOTE TEST amp HUSH PLATE This alarm has the ability to be connected to a Remote Test amp Hush Plate LIFTHP optional accessory sold separately The diagram below shows a sample of the wiring connection required for the Remote Test and Hush Plate In order for this alarm to op erate properly with the LIFTHP a Remote Test amp Hush card LIFTHC is required for each alarm in the interconnected system See the owners manuals for the LIFTHP and LIFTHC for complete operation and instructions THE WIRING BETWEEN LIF5800 AND LIFTHP 1 1990000 2 00000 24 O00009 eeee 2 lloeees EEEE ov KWH ov A wh wv AC PO et FUSE ON E CIRCUIT BREAKER REMOTE TEST amp HUSH PLATE 16 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 5020 0 2 56 17 9 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST amp HUSH The Remote Test amp Hush Plate can be mounted in an easy to reach location to provide convenient access to the Test and Hush functions of your Models 3000 5000 5800 5800RL LANSD240P and LANSD240I smoke alarm Connection diagram between smoke alarm and Remote Test amp Hush Plate Smoke alarm with Remote Test amp Hush card CEILING Remote Test amp Hush Pla
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5. is a nuisance alarm caused by cooking etc 6 1 15 Terminals at back of mounting base are marked and coloured as follows MARKINGS Yellow Red White Blue Orange 9V A SW N LOOP 9Vdc POSITIVE POWER SOURCE ACTIVE SWITCH WIRE FOR INTERCONNECTION ONLY NEUTRAL DEAD TERMINAL WARNING Connecting the Switch wire terminal to any other supply conduc tor may result in damage to the alarm failure to operate or shock hazard and void the warranty of the alarm EXAMPLE OF MULTIPLE ALARM WIRING ISOLATION UNIT WIRING z CONNECTION TO A WHITE FUSE ON CIRCUIT BREAKER sw N SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFSAVER RK10A 9 RELAY MODULE RK10A 9 TO ALARM PANEL AUXILIARY DEVICES 7 OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etm 2 56 PM Page 8 6 INSTALLATION Note For interconnection of smoke alarms to Fire Panel or Auxiliary de vices use only LIFESAVER Isolation Relay Model RK10A 9 6 1 16 This Smoke Alarm can be interconnectable only with other LIFESAVER models of Smoke Alarms whether it be of Ionisation or Photoelectric design Interconnection with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk 6 1 17 When interconnected all Smoke Alarms will sound upon activation 6 1 18 WARNING This alarm cannot be operated from power derived from a square wave modified square wave or modified sine wave i
6. without causing any alarm However in the event of particles arising from combustion or dust particles refer il lustration showing Smoke entering the Sensing Chamber it encapsulates the ionised air This interaction causes an increased resistance to conductivity When this occurs the alarm is activated Ionisation type smoke alarm is best for detecting flaming fires 20 EC 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 5020 0 2 56 21 13 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS PHOTOELECTRIC CHAMBER CLEAR AIR m LIGHT LENS PHOTOSENSITIVE 3 SOURCE CELL SMOKE PARTICLES A light transmission source and a photosensitive receiver is used in this design Light that is transmitted fall upon the receiver When smoke or dust enters the light path some of the light is scattered or absorbed The result of a reduction of light falling upon the photosensitive receiver will cause an alarm Photoelectric smoke alarm is best for detecting smouldering fires 14 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE BASIC OF ESCAPE PLAN 14 1 Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room Second storey windows may need a rope or chain ladder 14 2 Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan showing everyone what to do in case of fire 14 3 Determine a place outside your home where all of you can meet if a fire oc cu
7. AIRS AND SERVICES 18 GOOD SAFETY HABITS mmm 18 THE LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARM Sor ests n 18 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE suce xai drea dunes dile v EN T rues t E P TTN E E 23 WARNING INSULATION TEST dede M TAM MUS NT HM MM MM UM OMIM MUN M e 23 WARRANTY AND LIABILITY BPE EAEE STOARTE AT PAA EAN 24 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 iet 2 56 PM Page 1 1 RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 Locate an alarm for each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms Try to monitor the exit path as the bedrooms are usually far thest from an exit If more than one sleeping area exit locate additional alarms in each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity bedrooms Locate additional alarms to MONITOR any stairway as stairways act like chimneys for smoke and heat Locate at least one alarm on every floor level Locate an alarm in every room where a smoker sleeps Locate an alarm in every room where electrical appliances are operated i e portable heaters or humidifiers Locate an alarm in every room where someone sleeps with the door closed The closed door may prevent an alarm not located in that room from waking the sleeper Smoke heat and other combustion products rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally Mounting the alarm on the ceiling i
8. ERE NEVER 3 3 ACCEPTABLE HERE p E SMOKE ALARMS sive HEAT amp SMOKE WALL FROM FIRE TYPICAL MULTIPLE SINGLE FLOOR FLOOR INSTALLATION BEDROOM ROOM we sam 5 75 Ww LOUNGE ROOM B RM HALL B RM KITCHEN LouNGE ROOM BEDROOM kironen BEDROOM RUMPUS Smoke alarms for minimum protection Smoke alarms for additional protection IMPORTANT INCORRECT ORIENTATION OF SMOKE ALARM MAY DECREASE OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etum 2 56 PM Page 3 2 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION 2 1 Modern mobile homes have been designed and insulated to be energy effi cient Install smoke alarms as recommended refer to RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS 2 2 In older mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present stan dards extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside through poorly insulated walls and roof This may create a thermal barrier which can prevent smoke from reaching a smoke alarm mounted on the ceiling In such units install smoke alarm on inside partition between 300mm and 500mm from the ceiling 2 3 If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home or if you notice the walls and ceilings are either hot or cold install alarm on an inside wall For minimum protection install one alarm close to the bedrooms For additional protection see SINGLE FLOOR PLAN NOTE TEST YOUR SMOKE ALARM OPERA
9. Early Warning Indicator However check also for the presence of fire or smoke in the vicinity of your dwellings If there is fire follow actions in Section 15 It is essential that the relay and associated base must be of a type providing effective isolation between the coil and contacts having an isolation voltage Dielectric Strength of 4kV and creep clearance distances of no less than 8mm between the coil and contacts We recommend using an OMRON Relay Type G2R 2 SN and Base Type 17X5W which meet the necessary isolation requirements EC 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etm 2 56 PM Page 15 9 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST amp HUSH The use of an unsuitable relay and base could also lead to an electric shock risk The wiring between the Smoke Alarm and the relay must be installed in accordance with the relevant requirements of the SAA Wiring Rules AS3000 for low voltage 240V conductors Wiring Instruction Showing Smoke Alarms Interconnected and Used as part of an Early Warning Indicator System 8 2 8 E ou 2 CONNECTION TO A g g E g 8 i E 5 MAXIMUM OF 24 SMOKE ALARMS AAAA SENE AAAS 600001 See 90000 00909 Q090 GOOSO WV AWN 5 ov Wn 6 ov AswN 5 9 S 5 S gt lt 0 i E FUSE ON CIRCUIT BREAKER SV WN N See installation manual TUVO for isolation relay RK10A 9 FIRE INDICATOR
10. TION AFTER MOBILE HOME VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE WEEK DURING USE 3 AVOID THESE LOCATIONS 3 1 Do not locate your alarm in the garage products of combustion are present when you start your automobile Use Lifesaver Heat Alarm in this location 3 2 Do not locate your alarm in front of forced air supply ducts used for heating and air conditioning and other high air flow areas 3 3 Do not locate your alarm less than 500mm from the peak of an A frame type ceiling 3 4 Do not locate your alarm in areas where temperatures may fall below 5 C or rise above 45 C or in humidity higher than 85 as these conditions may re duce battery life 3 EC 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nee 2 56 PM Page 4 Sp AVOID THESE LOCATIONS 3 5 Avoid dusty areas dust particles may cause smoke alarm to false alarm or fail to alarm Use Lifesaver Heat Alarm in this location to avoid false alarms 3 6 Avoid very humid areas or near a bathroom moisture can cause false alarm 3 7 Avoid insect infested areas 3 8 Do not locate alarm within 0 9m of the following the door to a kitchen the door to a bathroom containing a tub or shower ceiling or whole house venti lating fans or other high flow areas 3 9 Avoid locating near fluorescent lights Electronic noise may cause nuisance alarms 3 10 Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the combination alarm and guard has been evaluated and
11. ant that the alarm be wired correctly to ensure correct opera tion Incorrect wiring to the Smoke Alarm will damage the unit and void the warranty All final sub circuit conductors including the signal conductor must be a minimum size of 1mm with 250V grade insulation A total maximum of 250 meters 820 feet of wire can be used in interconnect ing smoke alarms All final sub circuit conductors including the signal conductor must be a mini mum size of 1mm with 250V grade insulation Interconnected Smoke Alarms must be connected to the same final subcircuit Do not use any wire that could later be confused with the normal house wires for the interconnect wire For example green yellow earth wire Do not connect AC power wires to SW interconnect terminal These will dam age smoke alarms Do not connect the SW interconnect wire to any device except the SW inter connect terminal of smoke alarm Otherwise smoke alarm will be damage Switch wire SW only can drive the RK10A 9 and smoke alarms Do not connect 9V wire to AC power or SW interconnect terminal These may damage smoke alarms OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 5020 0 2 56 7 6 INSTALLATION 6 1 14 Smoke alarms should be interconnected only within the confines of a single family living unit If smoke alarms are interconnected between different units there may be excessive nuisance alarms Residents may not be aware that smoke alarms are being tested or that it
12. detection of the various types of fires that can occur within the home 12 3 Smoke alarms have certain limitations For battery powered smoke alarms the battery must be in good condition and installed properly 12 4 AC powered alarms will not operate if AC power has been cut off such as by an electrical fault open fuse or circuit breaker or fire However the battery back up will activate the alarm if in good working order EC 18 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etm 2 56 PM Page 19 12 THE LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS 12 5 Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to ensure that the batteries and alarm circuit are in good operating condition 12 6 Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the alarm Therefore smoke alarm may not sense fires starting in chimneys walls on roofs on the other side of a closed door or on a different floor 12 7 If the alarm is located outside the bedrooms or on a different floor it may not wake up a sound sleeper A smoke alarm in the bedroom therefore is recommended 12 8 Smoke alarms have been significant in saving lives in many parts of the world However U S Government research indicates that they may not give early enough warning in up to 35 of fires Hence the use of this product does not substitute for basic prevention and total protection 12 9 Although smoke alarms can help save lives by providing early warnings of a fire they are not a substitute for an insurance polic
13. ents of the SAA Wiring Rules AS3000 DO NOT connect this smoke alarm on the base plate without the presence of 240V mains power For Model LIF5800RL Connecting the smoke alarm on mains power will initiate and activate the lithium battery Please Note smoke alarm will not operate unless mains power is initially applied after installation The long absence of mains power will damage the rechargeable battery Warranty is void if the battery is damaged If mains power is turned off for a long period of time for example if the building is not occupied disconnect the smoke alarm from the base plate When mains power is turned on ensure the smoke OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etm 2 56 PM Page 6 6 INSTALLATION 6 1 8 6 1 9 6 1 10 6 1 11 6 1 12 6 1 13 alarm is then connected to the base plate Allow 24 hours for the battery to fully recharge When recharging do not press TEST or HUSH until the battery is full charged This Smoke Alarm can only interconnect with LIFESAVER Model 5000 5800 5800RL 3000 4800RL LANSD240P and LANSD240I Smoke Alarms Heat Alarm model HA240 and visual Signaling Device model SL240 and isolation relay model RK10A 9 Interconnection with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk and void warranty Due to EMC noise interference up to 24 units of smoke alarms may be inter connected There are five terminals in the supply terminal block marked 9V A SW N LOOP It is import
14. found suitable for that purpose 4 FALSE ALARMS 4 1 This smoke alarm is designed to minimize false alarms Smoking will not normally set off the alarm unless smoke is blown directly into the alarm 4 2 Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is lo cated close to the kitchen cooking surface 4 3 Large quantities of combustion particles are generated from spills and over boil 4 4 An alarm with a Hush Control device is preferable near a kitchen environ ment for this reason 4 5 If the alarm does sound check for fire first If a fire is discovered escape quickly and call the Fire Brigade If no fire is present check to see if one of the reasons listed above may have caused the alarm 4 OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nete 2 56 PM Page 5 5 HOW TO REMOVE SMOKE ALARM FROM BASE PLATE 5 1 Look for SLIDE TO REMOVE 5 2 Remove Tamper Locking Screw if installed 2 3 Push firmly towards arrow until smoke alarm unhinges from base plate 5 4 To re install smoke alarm follow FIGURE 2 procedure to 3 See page 9 Slide Smoke Alarm cover in direction of arrow as shown on cover to remove from base plate 6 INSTALLATION WARNING THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST BE INSTALLED BY 6 1 6 1 1 6 1 2 QUALIFIED LICENSED ELECTRICIANS ONLY Wiring Instructions In the interests of safety this smoke alarm and all wiring must be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the relevant requirem
15. ht will come on when connected to mains 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 5020 0 2 56 10 6 INSTALLATION Figure 3 Wall mounting smoke alarm For wall mounting the connector must be at the bottom Ensure SLIDE TO REMOVE arrow on the cover is pointing upwards vertical as shown Te OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 7 1 Operation 7 1 1 The smoke alarm is operational once all wires are properly connected a fresh battery is installed LIF5800 The smoke alarm is correctly installed on the mounting base and the alarm has been tested 7 1 2 There are two LED indicators Each of them has a unique function 7 1 3 Red LED 7 1 3 4 Stand by condition will flash once approximately every 32 seconds to indicate unit is functioning properly 7 1 3 B Alarm condition will flash when unit goes into alarm indicating that products of combustion have been detected The flashing Red LED and pulsating alarm will continue until the air is cleared For interconnected units the originating smoke alarm Red LED will flash every 0 5 second All other units will sound but the Red LED will not flash 7 1 4 Green LED 7 1 4 A Mains ON Indicator indicates that the unit is operating with AC power If this LED goes out it indicates that the AC power is off 10 OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 2 56 11 T OPERATION TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 7 2 False Alarm Hush Control Feature Note Dense sm
16. lly charge the battery If chirping continues even after charging we recommend you replace the smoke alarm 13 EC 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nete 2 56 PM Page 14 82 7 For 5800 ONLY 8 2 7 A Ifthe battery is weak the Red LED will flash every 32 seconds and sounds a chirp We would recommend that you replace the battery 9 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST amp HUSH WARNING THIS TERMINAL IS NOT ISOLATED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY 9 1 9V TERMINAL This first terminal Yellow has a 9Vdc positive output and can be used for the following applications As an output to operate smoke alarm as an early warning indicator system The 9V terminal in this smoke alarm is intended for use with a security fire alarm panel where a signal from that panel can be used to activate a single Smoke Alarm or interconnected Smoke Alarms to alert residents occupants that an alarm has been acti vated elsewhere and there may be cause to evacuate the area The diagram below shows the 9V terminal and the Signal terminal marked SW connected to the N O nor mally open contacts of a suitable relay the coil of which when energized from an extra low voltage signal from an alarm panel closes the contacts thereby activating the Smoke Alarm s This can be an Early Warning Indicator System Note The presence of an audible sound from the smoke alarm and the absence of a flashing RED LED in the smoke alarm s means the smoke alarm s have been acti vated externally It is an
17. moke rush in 15 4 Stay close to the floor if air is smoky Breathe shallowly through a wet cloth if possible 15 5 Once outside go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there 15 6 Call the Fire Brigade from your neighbour s home not from yours 15 7 Don t return to your home until officials say that it is safe to do so For further information on fire safety contact your local Fire Brigade OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 eet 2 56 PM Page 23 16 INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE 16 1 Before you connect the mains power check wiring polarity 16 2 If alarm chirps intermittently this sound is due to the HUSH button having been activated Allow approximately 10 minutes for the alarm to reset 16 3 A smoke alarm with built in rechargeable battery will require a minimum of 24 hours for charging to its full capacity Make sure that there is sufficient charge time otherwise the alarm will chirp sound 16 4 If the alarm chirps again press the Test button to check the battery condi tion 16 5 If chirps persists replace smoke alarm and return to your supplier for re placement NOTE NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 17 WARNING INSULATION TEST 17 1 UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST AN INSULATION RESIST ANCE TEST BE CARRIED OUT ON A CIRCUIT TO WHICH A SMOKE ALARM IS FITTED 17 2 THE TEST COULD CAUSE IRREPARABLE DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL CIRCUITRY OF THE SMOKE ALARM AND MAKE IT INOPERATIVE
18. n the center of the room places it closest to all points in the room Ceiling mounting is preferred in or dinary residential construction For mobile home installation select location carefully to avoid thermal bar rier that may form at the ceiling For more details see Mobile Home Installa tion Section 2 When mounting alarms on the ceiling locate it at least 300mm away from the side wall and 300mm away from any corner see diagram When mounting alarms on a wall use the inside wall The recommended po sition is between 300mm and 500mm off the ceiling see diagram NOTE The performance of smoke alarms mounted on walls is unpredictable and this mounting position is not recommended when ceiling mounting can be implemented OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nette 2 56 PM Page 2 1 RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS 1 11 When mounting the alarm at the apex of a sloping ceiling it should be located at least 500mm away from the apex but should not exceed 1500mm see diagram 1 12 Locate smoke alarm at both ends of a bedroom hallway or large room if the hallway or room is more than 9m long 1 13 Do not locate smoke alarms in kitchen areas due to potential nuisance alarms from cooking fumes INSTALLATION OF SMOKE ALARM APEX OF CEILING WALL JUNCTION SLOPING CEILING CEILING 300mm min HEATA gt SMOKE gt SPACE F FROM 3 FIRE gt pest 2g H
19. nverter These type 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 6 2 Mounting Instructions 6 2 1 Separate Smoke Alarm from mounting base by sliding cover in direction of arrow with one hand on the back of the mounting base and one hand sliding Smoke Alarm See Fig 1 6 2 2 Connect supply cable to terminal block and fix terminal cover 6 2 3 Align and slide smoke alarm up onto mounting base Fig 2 then slide in the reverse direction of arrow to ensure proper connection 6 2 4 Switch on power and check the green light on alarm cover It should be lit when mains power is switched on indicating that the smoke alarm is properly connected to the mounting base 6 2 5 Secure Tamper Locking Pin supplied to smoke alarm 6 2 6 Test alarm by pressing Test button EC 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nete 2 56 PM Page 9 6 INSTALLATION Th Xd Australia Patent S N 2008200075 A Figure 1 To remove smoke alarm Figure 2 To connect smoke alarm Slide smoke alarm carefully Place smoke alarm in line with the away from the base plate to base plate remove the smoke alarm 2 Push smoke alarm towards connec tor A Ensure the smoke alarm slides fully into the connector 3 Green AC Power lig
20. oke will override Hush control feature and sound a continuous alarm 7 2 1 This smoke alarm has the capability of being temporarily desensitized for approximately 5 minutes 7 2 2 The smoke alarm is desensitized by pressing the HUSH button on the smoke alarm cover 7 2 3 After pressing the H U S button the alarm will silence immediately and c h i r p every 32 seconds for approximately 5 min utes to indicate the alarm is in the temporary desensitized condition 7 2 4 smoke alarm will automatically reactivate after approximately 5 minutes and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present 7 2 5 HUSH feature may be used repeatedly until the air has cleaned WARNING Before using the alarm HUSH feature identify the source of smoke and be certain that a safe condition exists 11 OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etm 2 56 PM Page 12 8 BATTERY INSTALLATION REPLACEMENT AND TEST 8 1 Battery Installation for LIF5800 8 1 1 The smoke alarm uses one 9V battery to automatically provide back up power to the alarm if AC power fails The battery will operate the alarm for approximately one to three months with AC power off 8 1 2 The smoke alarm has a low battery indicator that will cause the unit to chirp and flash the Red LED at approximately 32 second intervals for a minimum of 7 days Missing battery with main power connected will cause the unit to chirp and flash the Red LED at ap
21. proximately 32 second intervals 8 1 3 Replace battery when chirping occurs To ensure proper operation the bat tery should be replaced once a year 8 1 4 To replace battery remove alarm from mounting base see section 6 2 and remove the battery from compartment Replace the old battery with a new one 8 1 5 USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT ALKALINE BATTERIES FOR REPLACEMENT EVEREADY ENERGIZER 522 3 e DURACELL MN1604 MX1604 These batteries can be purchased at your local retail outlet or super market Caution Use only specified bat teries Use of different battery Zr ah Ee may have a detrimental 27 m effect on operation or may Australia Patent S N 2008200075 A Australia Patent cause the battery to explode re sulting in injury or fire NEC A OG 12 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 inet m 2 56 PM Page 13 8 BATTERY INSTALLATION REPLACEMENT AND TEST 8 1 6 USE ONLY BATTERIES SPECIFIED ON THE LABEL 8 1 7 Fold Red Battery Lever down into compartment with fresh replacement battery If the Red Battery Lever is not held down in the battery compart ment by the battery the smoke alarm will not close and will not be opera tional Battery can only be inserted in one direction ensure polarity is correct 8 1 8 Lay remove this ribbon in battery compartment prior to installing a new battery for ease of future bat
22. rs 14 4 Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and practice leaving your home when they hear it 21 EC 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 iet 2 56 PM Page 22 14 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE 14 5 Practice a fire drill at least every six months including drills at nights Prac tice allows you to test your plan before an emergency You may not be able to reach your children t is important that they know what to do 14 6 Install and maintain fire extinguishers on every level of the home and in the kitchen basement and garage Know how to use a fire extinguisher prior to an emergency 14 7 Current studies have shown smoke alarms may not awaken all sleeping indi viduals and that it is the responsibility of individuals in the household that are capable of assisting others to provide assistance to those who may not be awakened by the alarm sound or to those who may be incapable of safely evacuating the area unassisted 15 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS 15 1 Alert small children in the home 15 2 Leave immediately by your plan of escape Every second counts so don t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables 15 3 In leaving don t open any inside door without first feeling its surface If hot or if you see smoke seeping through cracks don t open that door Instead use your alternate exit If inside door is cool place your shoulder against it open it slightly and be ready to slam it shut if heat and s
23. te 17 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nette 2 56 PM Page 18 10 REPAIRS AND SERVICES 10 1 If the smoke alarm is defective in any way do not tamper with the unit Re turn the unit to your supplier See warranty for instructions on in warranty returns There will be a service charge for repairing units out of warranty Note NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 11 GOOD SAFETY HABITS The use of this product should not be seen as a substitute for basic safety precau tion in the prevention of FIRE There are situations where a smoke alarm may not be effective to protect against fire 11 1 smoking in bed 11 2 leaving children home alone 11 3 cleaning with flammable liquids such as petrol 12 THE LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS 12 1 Smoke alarms are devices that can provide early warning of possible devel oping fires at a reasonable cost 12 2 Alarms have sensing limitations Ionisation sensing alarm may detect invisi ble fire particles associated with fast flaming fires sooner than Photo elec tric alarms Photo electric sensing alarm may detect visible fire particles associated with slow flaming fires sooner than Ionisation alarms Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable Neither type of alarm photo electric ionisation is always best and a given alarm may not al ways provide warning of a fire We strongly recommend that both ionisation and photoelectric smoke alarms be installed to help insure maximum
24. tery removal WARNING Use of inferior batteries or incorrect types may cause a malfunction of the alarm When replacing the battery and on reconnection of the detector to the base plate make sure that the detector is fully connected and flush with the base plate Verify that the Green LED is ON after reinstalling the alarm on the base plate 8 2 Battery Test 8 2 1 Switch off mains power The Green LED on the smoke alarm will be OFF 8 2 2 Test alarm by pressing on the Test Button for a few seconds This should sound the alarm 8 2 3 If the battery module has a fault the alarm will chirp every 32 seconds 8 2 4 Watch the Red LED for about 32 seconds It should flash at least once 8 2 5 Switch on mains power only when smoke alarm passes the above tests The Green LED on the smoke alarm will come ON NOTE NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE 8 2 6 For 5800RL ONLY 8 2 6 4 Rechargeable battery must be checked periodically We recommend a periodic weekly battery test 8 2 6 B Smoke alarm must be connected to mains power for a minimum of 24 hours for the battery to be fully charged Connecting the smoke alarm on mains power will initiate and activate the lithium battery Please Note smoke alarm will not operate unless mains power is initially applied after installation 8 2 6 C battery is weak the Red LED will flash every 32 seconds and sounds a chirp We would recommend that you check your AC mains power and allow 24 hours to fu
25. uding that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to the battery 18 5 This warranty is an addition to and does not exclude the rights of consumers under the Australia Trade Practices Act 1974 or any other law which may not be excluded 24 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nete 2 56 PM Page 25 Warranty Form Register this product for warranty to ensure fast and effective service Please visit our website www psaproducts com au to register Otherwise Please retain this warranty section and complete the details below When you claim Warranty for the product Please present this section together with the faulty product Model Serial Number Date Of Purchase Installation Invoice No Installed By Owner s Details This smoke alarm has an expected service life of 10 years under normal condi tions It is recommended to replace the smoke alarm after 10 years to ensure nor mal operation 25 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 etm 2 56 PM Page 26 THIS SMOKE ALARM HAS BEEN TESTED AND COMPLIES TO AS3786 IDEAR ELECTRICIAN PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS SMOKE ALARM NO Tested and Complies to AS3786 AUSTRALIA PATENT S N 2008200075 AUSTRALIAN ELECTRICAL AUTHORITY CS8736 Another Quality Product By PSA Products Pty Ltd 17 Millicent Street Burwood Victoria 3125 Ph 1300 PSA PRODUCTS 1300 772 776 Fax 03
26. y 12 10 This smoke alarm alone will not alert the hearing impaired Use special purpose smoke alarm with lights or vibrating devices for those hard of hearing 12 11 Heat alarms are available to offer greater security when used in conjunction with smoke alarms 12 12 Life safety from fire in residential occupancies is based primarily on early notification to occupants of the need to escape followed by the appropriate egress actions by those occupants Fire warning systems for dwelling units are capable of protecting about half of the occupants in potentially fatal fires Victims are often intimate with the fire too old or young or physically or mentally impaired such that they cannot escape even when warned early enough that escape should be possible For these people other strategies such as protection in place or assisted escape or rescue are necessary 19 OG 1398 7208 01 V1 115x115 nete 2 56 PM Page 20 13 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS IONISATION CHAMBER CLEAR AIR SMOKE SMOKE PART ICLES e e e e e e e go g e 99 o amp x 0 RADIO XX E S i ACTIVE MATERIAL A man made radio active element Americium 241 is used in this design This element ionises the air round it and as a result excellent conductivity is possible refer to illus tration showing Clear Air Current supplied by either the mains power where appli cable or the battery would pass through the gap with ease
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