HiSPEC HSA-BP-RF10-PRO Longlife Battery Operated Photoelectric Smoke Alarm Lithium Battery Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- HiSPEC
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HiSPEC HSA-BP-RF10-PRO Longlife Battery Operated Photoelectric Smoke
Alarm Lithium Battery
MODEL: HSA/BP/RF10-PRO
LONGLIFE BATTERY OPERATED PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM WITH WIRELESS INTERCONNECT
MAIN FEATURES
- Photoelectric Sensor for Slow Shouldering Fires
- Wireless Interconnection Using Radio Links (Self Learn pairing)
- 10 year Lithium Battery
- Hush Feature
- Power & Alarm Test Button
- Low Battery Warning
- Loud 85db alarm signal
- Supplied with wall plugs & screws
- Pre-warning fault signal
- Compatible with Control Unit HSSA/CU/RF10-PRO
This instruction leaflet contains important information on the correct installation and operation of your smoke alarm. Read this leaflet fully before attempting installation and retain for future reference.
SPECIFICATION
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Power Source: 3V Lithium Battery
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Battery Life: 10 Year (sealed)
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Sensitivity to smoke: 0.08-0.18db/m
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Transmitting & receiving max. 80metres (outer space)
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distance: max. 50metres (indoor)
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Max. Wireless interconnection: 20 units
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Operation Temperature: 0°C-40°C
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Ambient Humidity: 10%-90%
Alarm Sound Level: 85 Decibels at 3 meters -
Approval: Certified to BS EN14604:2005
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Transmit & Receive frequency: 868MHz
LOCATING THE SMOKE ALARM
This smoke alarm is a photoelectric alarm with built-in wireless
interconnection. It can transmit and receive with other RF10-PRO alarms.
If your dwelling is on a single story, for minimum protection you should fit
an alarm in the hallway between the living areas and sleeping areas.
Place it as near to the living areas as possible and ensure the alarm is
audible when the bedrooms are occupied. See Figure 1 for examples.
If your dwelling is multi-story, 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. See Figure 2 for examples.
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.
POSITIONING THE SMOKE ALARM
Ceiling Mounting
As hot smoke rises and spread out, it is advisable to mount on a ceiling in a
central position. Avoid areas where there is no 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 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
between 150 and 300mm below the ceiling. Keep at least 300mm from room
corners. See Figure 3i
FIGURE 1 – SINGLE STORE DWELLING
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.
FIGURE 2 – 2/3 STOREY DWELLING
Areas to be avoided include the following:
- Situations where the temperature may fall below 0°C or rise above 40°C for extended periods
- Humid areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, shower rooms where the relative humidity may exceed 90%
- Near a decorative object, door, light fitting, window molding etc., that may prevent smoke 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 sensor can increase its response time.
PAIRING THE SMOKE ALARM
This smoke alarm is powered by battery and requires no additional wiring.
On First Alarm
- Attach the mounting plate to the alarm. (This is done by lining up the tab on the mounting plate with the arrow on the smoke alarm)
- Turn clockwise to activate battery.
- Press black button and hold for approx. 5 seconds. (LED will go RED for 30 seconds) Alarm is now in paring mode.
On all additional alarms
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Press black button twice
(LED will FLASH RED 5 times -
The alarms are now paired
IMPORTANT!
The Wireless Pairing Button is only used for wireless interconnection.
INSTALLING THE SMOKE ALARM
- Attach the upper smoke alarm unit firmly into the mounting bracket
- Place the mounting plate on the ceiling, and use the screws to secure the mounting bracket.
- Having established the mounting location ensure that there are no electrical wiring or pipe work in the area adjacent to the mounting surface.
- Take the mounting bracket and mark the two mounting holes’ locations.
- Drill holes in the positions marked.
- Insert wall plugs into the drilled holes.
- Screw mounting bracket to mounting surface. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Once mounting plate is secured to ceiling line up the alarm with mounting
plate and twist clockwise to attach mounting plate to alarm.
This should now be secured to the ceiling.
Lock in position by giving a clockwise quarter turn.
This clockwise turn can switch on the sealed-in battery in same time. i.e.
power on the device simultaneously Test the alarm for correct operation by
holding the test button for 20 seconds, once the alarm is integrated and
installed.
OPERATING YOUR SMOKE ALARM
Once the smoke alarm has been installed a small indicator light (LED), positioned beside the test button, should flash approximately once a minute in normal operation. If smoke is detected the unit will emit a load pulsating alarm until the air is clear.
TESTING YOUR SMOKE ALARM
It is recommended that you test your smoke alarm once a week to ensure the
detector is working correctly. Push and hold the test button for up to 20
seconds to trigger all interconnectable alarms. A pulsating alarm should sound
to indicate the correct function. During the alarm condition the indicator
light will flash
quickly.
After installation and after reoccupation of the dwelling following a vacation
etc, check all your alarms.
COMMON CAUSES AND AVOIDANCE OF FALSE ALARMS
The Smoke Alarm may be triggered by steam, condensation, normal smoke or
fumes. Small insects getting into the smoke alarm chamber may cause
intermittent alarms. Keep away from the sources to avoid nuisance alarms. (See
“Areas to be avoided” in the “Positioning the smoke alarm” section.)
Hush or Silence Feature
This Smoke Alarm has a built-in Hush or Silence feature incorporated into the
Test button.
If cooking or other non-hazardous sources cause the alarm to sound, it can be
temporarily silenced by pressing the test button and holding for approximately
1 second. The alarm will enter a dormant period for 10 minutes.
The red LED will flash every 10 seconds to indicate the sensitivity is
reduced. At the end of the hush period the alarm will give two short beeps,
the alarm will then reset to normal sensitivity.
NOTE – If the smoke density increases during this period (i.e. from a
fire) the unit will go into alarm mode.
LOW BATTERY WARNING
If the smoke detector emits a short ‘beep’ once every 40 seconds the battery
is at the end of its life and this detector should be replaced immediately.
This low voltage warning will be given for at least 30 days. If the red
indicator light (LED) does not flash every 40 seconds then replace the whole
smoke alarm unit.
In this case, the other interconnected units in the system which are not in
low battery condition will chirps for a few seconds once an hour as long as
the detector with the “dead” battery beeps.
BATTERY SEALED-IN NOT FOR REPLACEMENT
ACTION IN THE EVENT OF A FALSE ALARM
- If there is a false alarm, simply press the test / hush button on the cover to mute the unit for 10 minutes.
- Check the house carefully in case there is a small fire shouldering somewhere.
- Check whether there are some sources of smoke or fumes. You should get your family into a safe place before your investigation.
- Leave the building as quickly as possible. Check room doors for heat or smoke. Do not open a hot door. Use an alternate escape route. Crawl along the floor, if possible, through a wet cloth or hold your breath. Do not stop to collect anything.
- If there are frequent nuisance/ false alarms it may be necessary to re-locate the device. If for some reasons the alarm continues to give false alarm, clean the alarm unit, see Section – MAINTAINING YOUR SMOKE ALARM). If cleaning the alarm does not correct the problem it can be returned to the place where you bought it.
IN THE EVENT OF FIRE
- Leave the building as quickly as possible. Check room doors for heat or smoke. Do not open a hot door. Use an alternate escape route. Crawl along the floor, if possible, through a wet cloth or hold your breath. Do not stop to collect anything.
- Meet at a pre-arranged meeting place outside the dwelling and check everybody is there.
- Call the Fire Brigade from outside the building immediately. The brigade should be summoned regardless of the size of the fire and regardless of whether there is a facility for transmission of alarms to a remote manned center.
- Do not go back inside a burning building and wait for the Fire Brigade to arrive.
MAINTAINING YOUR SMOKE ALARM
- Clean your smoke alarm regularly to prevent dust build up.
- This can be done using a vacuum cleaner with the brush attachment.
- Clean gently around the front grilled section and sides.
- Never use water, cleaners or solvents since they may damage the smoke alarm.
- When the battery is low, replace with a new smoke alarm.
- If the alarm fails to operate properly, please return to the wholesaler you purchased it from.
NOTE: THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.
PRE-WARNING FAULT SIGNAL (YELLOW LED)
When there is no fire or smoke accident, if the LED on front cover light is on
yellow, it means there may be dust inside or the unit cannot function
properly.
This is a pre-warning signal that the user should replace the unit with a new
smoke alarm.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Installation of your smoke alarm is only one step in your safety plan. Other
important steps should be taken to further improve your safety:
- Install the smoke alarm properly, following this instruction leaflet
- Test your smoke alarm weekly
- Replace with a new smoke alarm immediately once depleted
- Do not smoke in bed
- Keep matches & lighters away from children
- Store flammable materials in a proper manner and never use them near naked flames or sparks
- Maintain emergency equipment such as Fire Extinguishers, escape ladders etc and ensure all occupants know how to use them correctly.
- Plan an escape route/s from your building in advance and ensure all occupants are aware of them. Re-enforce this awareness periodically through-out the year.
- Make sure escape routes remain free of any obstructions.
- A warning that batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
WARNING! If THERE IS ANY QUESTION AS TO THE CAUSE OF AN ALARM IT SHOULD BE ASSUMED THAT THE ALARM IS DUE TO AN ACTUAL FIRE AND THE DWELLING SHOULD BE EVACUATED IMMEDIATELY.
THIS PRODUCT IS A SEALED UNIT AND CANNOT BE REPAIRED – IF THE UNIT IS TAMPERED
WITH IT WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. IF THE UNIT IS FAULTY PLEASE RETURN IT
TO YOUR ORIGINAL SUPPLIER WITH YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE.
SMOKE ALARM LIMITED WARRANTY
These Smoke Alarms are warranty to be free from defects in materials and
workmanships under normal use and service for
a period of 5 years (exclude battery) from date of purchase. The company will
not be obligated to repair or replace parts which are found to be in need of
repair because of misuse, damage or alterations occur after the date of
purchase. Send the Smoke Alarm with proof of purchase, postage and return
postage prepaid, to local distributor. The liability of the company arising
from the sale of this Smoke Alarm shall not in any case exceed the cost of
replacement of Heat Alarm and in no case shall the company be liable for
consequential loss or damages resulting from the failure of the Smoke Alarm.
HISPEC ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS LTD. SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL
INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FIRE. THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
FOR BREACH OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN IS THE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE DETECTIVE PRODUCT AT HISPEC ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS LTD.
OPTION. IN NO CASE SHALL HISPEC ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS LTD.’S LIABILITY UNDER ANY
OTHER REMEDY PRESCRIBED BY LAW EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE. YOUR HEAT ALARMS IS
NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROPERTY, DISABILITY, LIFE OR OTHER INSURANCE OF ANY
KIND. APPROPRIATE COVERAGE IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. CONSULT YOUR INSURANCE
AGENT.
This does not affect your statutory rights. This alarm is only suitable for
residential dwellings and is not suitable for commercial or industrial use.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with normal household
waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority
or retailer for recycling advice. New regulation will encourage the recycling
of Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (European “WEEE Directive”
effective August 2005).
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