TECHKO S287 Area Entry Alarm Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- TECHKO
Table of Contents
TECHKO S287 Area Entry Alarm Instruction Manual
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the TECHKO Safe Pool model S287 safety alarm. The Safe Pool can be used to provide a high volume alarm alert when children have entered a pool or spa area. The 5287 can be used outdoors on wood o metal gates, or indoors on doors and window leading directly to potentially dangerous areas.
OPERATION
‘The Safe Pool is designed to sound a loud alert when children enter through a Safe Pool protected door/gate. When properly installed, the Safe Pool wil allow adults to pass through the protected door/gate and immediately shut offthe sounding alarm.
When powered, the Safe Pool is always in protection mode. The alarm will activate the instant when the door/gate opens by more than 1/2 inch (when the magnetic sensors are apart by more than 1/2 inch). Once the alarm activates, it will sound continuously until the BYPASS button is pressed.
When passing through the door/gate press the BYPASS button, then open the doorigate, pass through and close the door/gate within 8-12 seconds and the alarm will not activate.
FEATURES
- Easy installation for gate, door or window protection
- Water | weather resistant
- 9 Vot battery power (not included)
- High output 110-115 dB alarm siren
- Flashing strobe light when alarm is triggered
- Low Battery / signal LED Indicator
- Optional additional BYPASS button for delayed entry from other side of door or fence_ (See Fig. 1)
- Optional additional magnetic sensor for screen door exit entry (See Fig. 1)
IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS
- Alarm siren is VERY loud; NEVER place the unit close to ears.
- Install the unit high enough to be out of reach of children 54″ or higher is recommended.
- Keep this manual for future reference.
‘The Safe Pool can provide valuable protection when used correctly. However, it cannot guarantee complete protection against accidents or injuries. Therefore, Techko cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage, or injury that may occur.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: Read all installation and operation instructions thoroughly before proceeding with installation. Note: Not all parts included are needed for installation. Please read the different mounting instructions to see what is needed for your specific application.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY:
- When testing, before installing the battery, use a rubber band to temporarily secure the two magnetic sensors together with the arrows pointing toward each other to avoid setting off the alarm unintentionally. During the actual installation of the alarm, i’s best to install the battery after it’s mounted to avoid the alarm going off unintentionally.
- Remove the battery cover and insert a new 9 volt battery Replace battery cover and securely fasten the cover screw. **(See Fig. 2)
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- If you are sensitive to loud sound, please wear ear protection against the loud alarm siren before testing © the alarm.
- Once the battery is connected, the 7 unities now ON and working. To test % the alarm siren, make sure you have ear protection before testing. After ear protection is in place, separate the magnetic sensors apart by more than % inch. The oz alarm should sound and the strobe light should flash immediately after the sensors are separated. Press the BYASS bunion and immediately secure the two magnet sensors together again to avoid the alarm sounding off unintentionally.
LED LIGHT WARNINGS
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When the battery becomes low in charge or the volume becomes weak, the LED light will illuminate. The 9 volt battery must be replaced
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Upon battery installation, the unit will beep once and the LED light will flash 10 times as it prepares to become. amid
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When a bypass button is pushed, the LED light
illuminates to indicate acknowledgement to PASS through. -
After the bypass button is pushed in and released, the LED light will lash 10 times to allow pass through and to prepare the unit to become armed again.
MOUNTING:
WARNING: The alarm should be positioned close to the door high enough to be out of the reach of children. As each mounting application varies, Techno suggests testing the unit’s installation location and effectiveness before permanently mounting the S267
MOUNTING INDOORS
Using the provided mounting template printed in this manual, mark the position of the screw holes on the desired mounting surface.
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The Additional delay button may be mounted on the other side of the entrance. When pressed, it will delay the alarm 8-12 seconds before alarm is triggered, allowing time to secure the door/gate.
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The Additional magnetic sensors allow the unit to be used on sliding door with screens.
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Alarm will sound only when BOTH sets of magnetic sensors are apart, there for allowing the slider to be open while still providing protection at the screen door.
MOUNTING INDOORS USING DOUBLE-SIDED TAPE
Make sure that the mounting surfaces for the double-sided tapes are completely clean. Attach the double-sided tapes onto the rear of the unit, and then secure the unit onto the desired mounting surface.
MOUNTING INDOORS USING SCREWS
Using the provided mounting template printed in this manual, mark the position of the screw holes on the desired mounting surface. Drill the screws in to the mounting surface with approximately 1/8 inch of thread remaining. Slide the unit over the screw and secure the unit by pushing it downward, as shown in Fig. 4. You may need to adjust the screw towards or away from the mounting surface to provide a more secure fit
**TEMPLATE MODEL $287
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MOUNTING THE SENSORS
Make sure that the arrows of each sensor are pointed towards each other. Using
either the double-sided tape or the screws provided, mount the sensors so that
they are less than % inch away from each other. Sensors must be mounted flush
in height and depth, 5o with some doors or windows, special custom fitting may
be necessary. Please make sure that the wired portion of the magnetic sensor
is mounted on the non-moving portion of the mounting surface and the
standalone sensor is mounted on the doorigate. (See Fig.5 /Fig. 6)
MOUNTING OUTDOORS ON WOODEN GATES
Using the provided mounting template printed in this manual, mark the position of the screw holes on the desired mounting surface. Drill the screws onto the mounting surface with approximately 1/8 inch of thread remaining. Siide the unit ea over the screws and secure the unit by pushing it downward as shown in Fig. 5. You may need to adjust the screws towards or away from the mounting surface to provide a more secure fit. Make sure that the arrows of each sensor are pointed in the same direction.
MAINTENANCE
When the alarm volume becomes low, o the unit does not produce normal alarm sound, the red light will illuminate, you must replace the 9-volt battery.
The Safe Pool’s plastic parts resists ultraviolet rays from direct sunlight exposure. However, siight discoloration over time is normal.
WARNING!
THE SAFE POOL ALARM IS EXTREMELY LOUD WHEN ACTIVATED. FOR YOUR SAFETY, NEVER PLACE THE UNIT CLOSE TO YOUR EARS. TO TEST THE ALARM, ALWAYS USE EAR PROTECTION AND DIRECT THE UNIT AWAY BEFORE TESTING/ACTIVATING THE ALARM. IT IS PROHIBITED BY LAW TO REMOVE THE INSTALLED ALARM AFTER IT HAS PASSED INSPECTION !
‘This model comes equipped with a flashing strobe light that could potentially trigger seizures for people with visual sensitivities. Operate with caution if you or others are known to experience these sensitivities.
Important Warranty Information:
Adated proof of purchase is required for warranty service
Customer Service :
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Mfg.By Techko Kobot
10A Mason Street, Irvine,CA 92618 MADE IN CHINA
Intertek 5010645, CONFORMS TO ULSTD. 2017
USA Patent: No. 5,473,310 No. 6,727,819 No. 11,354,987
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