meross GS559AHHK Smart Smoke Sensor Kit User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: Meross

meross GS559AHHK Smart Smoke Sensor Kit User Manual

Thank you for purchasing our smoke alarm with wireless and heat detection. Please take a few minutes to read the user manual thoroughly and familiarize yourself and your family with its operations. We suggest you save it for future reference.

Safety Information

The test button is designed for accurate test of the smoke alarm functions. Do not use any other test method Test the smoke alarm on @ weekly basis to ensure proper functioning of the product.
.1f you are sure it is a false alarm, open windows or fan the air around the smoke alarm to reset and silence it
While installing the smoke alarm, user needs to comply with all local and national electrical installation and building codes
This smoke alarm is designed to be used inside a single family home only. In multifamily buildings, each individual living unit should have its own smoke alarms. Do not install in non-residential buildings as this smoke alarm is not a substitute for a complete alarm system.
Install a smoke alarm in every room and on every level of the home. Smoke may not reach the smoke alarm for many reasons. For examle, if a fire starts in a remote part of the home. on another level, in a chimney, on @ wall roof, or on the other side of a closed door, smoke may not reach the smoke alarm in time to alert household members. The smoke alarm will not promptly detect a fire except in the area or room in which itis installed.
The smoke alarm may not alert every household member every time.The alarm chirp is loud in order to alert individuals to a potential danger. However, there may be some circumstances where a household member may not hear the alarm (i.e. outdoor or indoor noise, sound sleepers, drug or alcohol usage, the hard of hearing, etc.). If you suspect that this smoke alarm may not alert a household member, install and maintain specialty smoke alarms. Household member must hear the alarm and quickly respond to it to reduce the risk of injury, or death that may result from fire. If a household member is hard of hearing, install special smoke alarms with lights or vibrating devices to alert occupants.
Smoke alarms can only sound their alarms when they detect smoke or detect combustion particles in the air. They do not sense flame or gas. This smoke alarm is designed to give audible warning of a developing fire. However, many fires are fast-burning, explosive, or intentional, and others are caused by carelessness or safety hazards. In such circumstances, smoke may not reach the alarm QUICKLY ENOUGH to ensure safe escape. Therefore the installation of smoke alarms is not a substitute for practicing fire safety in the home.
smoke alarms have limitations.
This smoke alarm is not foolproof or guarantees to protect lives or property from fire. Smoke alarms are not a substitute for insurance. Occupants should have adequate insurance. coverage for their lives and property.
In addition, itis possible that the smoke alarm may fail at any time. For this reason, you must test the smoke alarm weekly.

Product Description

This unit is a photoelectric 3V DC smoke alarm. It is operated by 3V AA Alkaline battery. With the photoelectric technology, it is more sensitive in detecting slow smoldering fires which generate light smoke, little heat and may smolder several hours before bursting into flames. This smoke alarm does not contain any radioactive material.

Package Content

Note: Included in GS559AH only, GS5594 doesn’t include this hub.

*If you find any part missing in the package, please contact hitps://www meross.com/support/Email Support, we will provide proper solution for you.

Installation Guide

Connect your smartphone or tablet to a 2.4 GHz network.
Make sure your smart hub is covered by strong Wi-Fi signal.
The smart hub supports iOS 13/ iPadOS 13 and later. It is recommended that you upgrade your iOS or iPadOS to the latest version before pairing with the smart hub. Download the Meross app. o
Launch the Meross app and log in to your account, or if you are a new user, tap Sign up to create a new account. Tap the “+” icon to select the type of smart device you want to add, then you can just follow the setup wizard to finish configuration. Relocation of the smart hub does not require additional operations provided that it remains on the same network with strong Wi-Fi signal.

NOTE

If this is not the first time you’ve added this smart hub, you’l have to reset it before going any further.
Aslong as you finish configuration, youll be able to manage the device in Apple Home app.
.1f the QR code does not wark, please try to add the smart device in Apple Home app (Due to Apple Home app design,
HomeKit supported hub will not show up in Home app ofter successful setup. It’s not a device fault. You need to pair the Hub with the client device and then the client device will show up in Home app. By double-clicking button on the Hub and triple-clicking button on the Alarm, you will be able to pair thern) 4.Find more at https://www.meross.com/support/.

LED and Button Rules

(D Status LED

Flash red once: The device is powered on. Flash red rapidly: Pairing mode. Solid red: Successfully connected. LED will be OFF automatically in 6 seconds. Flash red once every second: Alarming.
Flash red once every 16 seconds: Silence mode.

Test Button Pair:

Short press the Test Button three times to set into pairing mode. Test/silence: Press and hold over 1 second, the alarm will be set to test/silence mode. Reset: Keep pressing the Test Button without releasing it, and power on the device with the battery. At this time, the LED will stay on for a few seconds and then go out. After the LED goes out, quickly stop pressing the Test Button (release your finger from the Test Button), and the LED will stay on for a few seconds again. At the moment, press the Test Button again and you will hear a short chirp, which means the reset is successful

Status LED Solid amber: Initiating/Reset/Firmware upgrading. Flashing amber and green: Configuration mode. Flashing green: Pairing mode/Connecting to Wi- Fi/Disconnected from Wi-Fi Solid green: Connected to Wi-Fi with internet connection. Solid red: No internet connection.

Button

Press and hold (for 5 seconds) until Status LED flashes amber and green to set into configuration mode. Double tap to set into pairing mode.

chirp!

chirp 055 – pause 055 – chirp 0.5 – pause 055 – chirp 0.5s – pause 155 – chirp 0.5 – pause 0.5s – chirp 055 – pause 055 – chirp 055 – pause 455, repeat this pattern.

Silence Mode

When the alarm chirps, check if there s a fire first. After verifying that it is not a fire, you can silence the alarm by pressing and holding the test button (over 1 second). This will silence the alarm for approximately 10 minutes. The red LED will flash once every 16 seconds indicating the smoke alarm is in the silence mode. After that, if particles of combustion still presents, the alarm will chirp again.
Smoke alarms are designed to minimize nuisance alarms, but combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the cooking area. To minimize the occurrence of false alarms, smoke alarms must be installed @ minimum of 3m (10ft) from the nearest cooking appliance. The alarm silence is extremely useful in kitchen area or other areas prone to nuisance alarms. The silence feature is to be used only when a known alarm condition, such as smoke from cooking activates the alarm.

Caution

Before silencing the alarm, identify the source of the smoke and make sure the surroundings are free from hazards 2. the alarm chirps and it is not in the TEST mode, it means the unit is sensing smoke, The chirp requires your immediate attention and action

TestMode

Test the unit weekly to ensure proper functioning of the product by pressing and holding the Test Button. This will chirp the alarm if the electronic circuitry, buzzer, and batteries are working properly. If no alarm chirps, the battery may be depleted or there exists other problems, refer to “TroubleShooting” section for a solution.
To protect your hearing, when you press and hold the Test Button, the alarm chirp will not be too loud in the first 22 seconds, yet it will go up after 22 seconds.

Caution:

Do not use an open flame to test your alarm, you could damage the alarm or ignite combustible materials and start a fire.
Always stand an arm away from the unit when testing.
Test the alarm on a weekly basis.

How to Use

General Settings
Device name: Change device name. Smart hubs: Set smart hub and check status. User manual: Check user manual. Alert: Enable/disable push notifications. Automation: Set certain trigger conditions to allow presettings by other Meross smart devices. Test alarm: Test whether the product s functioning normally.
Test Alarm History Records Recordthetimeforalorm You can also clear the s records.
silence Silence the alarm for minutes when the alarm is chirping

Locate the first alarm in the immediate area of the bedrooms.
Try to monitor the exit path as the bedrooms are usually farthest from the exit. If more than one sleeping area exists, locate additional alarms in each sleeping area.
Locate at least one alarm on every floor level.
. Locate an alarm in every bedroom.
Locate an alarm in every room where electrical appliances are operated (i.e. portable heaters or humidifiers).
Locate an alarm in every room where someane sleeps with the door closed. The closed door may prevent an alarm not located in that room from waking the sleeper.
.Smoke, heat, and burning things will spread horizontally after rising to the ceiling, so install the alarm on middle of the ceiling ofordinary structure house. Let the alarm induce every corner.
. Not recommend to use for Mobile Home.
For single floor plan and multiple floor plan, please refer to the diagram (D2 below. 10.If the alarm couldn’t be installed in the middle of the ceiling for some reasons, the distance which the alarm away from the wall corner should be beyond 10cm (4in.), please refer to the diagram (@ below. 1. the length of the room or the hallis beyond 9m (30ft), you need install several alarms in the hall 12. When the ceiling is slanting, the alarm needs to be installed 15cm (6in.) / 30cm (12in.) away from the highest ceiling point in the room, please refer to the diagram (S below.

Do Notinstall Here

Near appliances or areas where normal combustion regularly occurs (kitchens, near furnaces, hot water heaters). Use specialized smoke alarm device with unwanted alarm control for this area.
In areas with high humidity, like bathrooms or areas near dishwashers or washing machines. Install ot least 3m (10ft) away from these areas.
Near air returns or heating and cooling supply vents. Install away from these areas at least 09m (3ft). The air could blow smoke away from the detector, interrupting its alarm.
1n rooms where temperatures may fall below 0°C (32°F) or rise above 40°C (104°F), or in humidity higher than 93%. These conditions will reduce battery life or cause a fault alarm.
1n extremely dusty, dirty, or insect-infested areas, particles interfere with smoke alarm device operation.

Hardware Installation

installation, we recommend that you refer to the “Installation Guide” section first, and n Because it becomes very difficult to move the position of the alarm after hardware
then proceed with the hardware installation after the software is installed.

Fix the two AA batteries to each battery box of the X smoke alarm. Holes in ceiling
Press the bracket on the installation pos n, mark installation hole of bracket with pencil.
Use an electric drill to drill two mounting holes on the mark so that the diameter of the holes is 5mm (0.2in.). Strike the two plastic plugs into holes with hammer.
Attach the bracket to the plastic plugs and fix tightly the screwsinto the plastic plugs.
Fit the alarm on the bracket and turn the alarm body = ——clockwise, until matching well on the bracket.
Test smoke alarm using the test button. If there is no L worewn -]
< Plastic plugs -sound, something might be wrong with the alarm, you can refer to “TroubleShooting” section for solution. 7.0f you have any questions on installation, please contact we will provide proper solution for you.

Caution:

To prevent injury, the product must be securely attached to the ceiling in accordance with the instaliation instructions

Maintenance and Cleaning

1n addition to weekly testing, the alarm requires periodic cleaning to maintain a good working condition.Clean the alarm at least once a year to remove dust, dirt, or debris. Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft
brush, vacuum all sides and covers of smoke alarm. 2. Do not attempt to remove the cover to clean inside.
This will void the warranty.

Replace Battery

Tum the alarm body counterclockwise and take out the alarm body from the bracket.
Take out the old battery from the battery box.
Fix the two new batteries to the battery box. Please note the battery polarity. 4. Fit alarm body on bracket and turn the alarm body clockwise. 5. Test smoke alarm using test button, the alarm willchirp, If the test continues, the chirps will become louder. If there’s no sound output, it means that the smoke alarm i faulty orthe installation s incorrect, and you should refer to the “TroubleShooting” section for the correct installation.

Repair

Do not attempt to repair the alarm. It will compromise your warranty.
. If the alarm is not operating properly during the warranty, please visit ranty for detailed warranty policy and product registration.

Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape

Install and maintain fire extinguishers on every level of the home an garage. Know how to use a fire extinguisher prior to an emergency.
Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room. Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder.
Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of fire.
Determine a place outside your home where you all can meet if a fire occurs.
Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and train them to leave your home when they hear it.
Practice a fire drill ot least every six months, including fire drills at night. Ensure that small children hear the alarm and wake when it sounds.
They must wake up in order to execute the escape plan. Practice allows all occupants to test your plan before an emergency.You may not be able to reach your children. It is important they know what to do.
Current studies have shown smoke alarms may not awaken all sleeping individuals, and that itis 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.

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

Sensor Type: Photoelectric Battery: DC 1.5V x 2 Alkaline AA battery, replaceable, typical about 1 year Recommend battery: Energizer: E91/ Gold Peak Group: GP 15A LR6 / Raymax: LR6
Alarm Volume: > 85 dB (A) at 3m (10ft)
Alarm Sensitivity: 0115 – 0168 dB/m
Heat Sensitivity: 54 – 70°C (129 – 158F’)
Dimensions (W x D x H): 120 x 120 x 36.7 mm (4.72 x 472 x 1.44 in.) Weight: 162+8g (5.71+0.280z)

At Meross, we strive to assure your satisfaction. Attached below is a non- exhaustive lst of questions that users are mostly concerned about.

What s required to use the alarm linkage function?
One hub support up to 16 client devices so that you can use the alarm linkage function between multiple GS$559A. Once you add multiple GS5594 to the same hub, all alarms will be linked together and will alert simultaneously when any of them is triggered. If you add multiple GS559A to different hubs separately, you will NOT be able to use the alarm linkage function.