Putogesafe GS529A Wireless Smoke Alarm User Manual

Putogesafe GS529A Wireless Smoke Alarm

FAQs

• Q: How often should I replace the battery?
  • A: The lithium battery in the GS529A smoke detector should be replaced every 5 years or as needed if the low battery indicator activates.
• Q: What should I do if the alarm sounds unexpectedly?
  • A: If the alarm goes off without any visible smoke or fire, check for potential environmental factors like steam or dust that may trigger false alarms. If the issue persists, contact customer support for assistance.
• Q: Can I test the smoke detector manually?
  • A: Yes, you can perform a manual test by pressing the test button on the device. Ensure that regular tests are carried out to verify the functionality of the smoke detector.

Model number: GS529A

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing our smoke alarm with wireless.
Please take a few minutes to read the user’s manual thoroughly and familiarize yourself and your family with its operation. And save it for future reference.

Overview

Product Specifications

• Power: external DC 3V(CR17450) lithium battery, 5 years service life
• Operation current: 95mA
• Alarm volume: ≥85dB (A) at 3 meters.
• Smoke sensitivity: 0.095-0.145dB/m
• Local smoke alarm sound pattern and test: BI 0.5s – pause 0.5s – BI 0.5s – pause 0.5s – BI 0.5s – pause 1.5s- BI 0.5s – pause 0.5s – BI 0.5s – pause 0.5s – BI 0.5s – pause 1.5s, with the red LED flashing every 1 second, repeat this alarm pattern.
• Smoke Wireless alarm pattern: Bi 0.2s – pause 0.1s – Bi 0.2s – pause 1.2s, with the red LED flashing every 1.0 second, repeat this alarm pattern.

Description

This unit is a photoelectric 3V DC smoke alarm. It is operated by DC 3V (CR17450) lithium battery. With the photoelectric technology, it is more sensitive in detecting slow smoldering fires which generate light smoke, little heat and may smolder for hours before bursting into flames. This smoke alarm does not contain any radioactive material.

Battery Specification And Replace Battery

Battery Specification

• Rating voltage: DC 3V
• Package: lithium battery
• Recommend battery: ……………………….
• PAIRDEER or EVE: CR17450

Replace Battery:

1. Insert the tool into the aperture, advance in parallel, turn the alarm body counterclockwise and take out the alarm body from the bracket.
2. Take out the old battery from the battery box. Recommended for PAIRDEER or EVE CR17450 battery
3. Fix the new batteries to the battery box. Please note the battery polarity. Reverse can lead to battery life.
4. Fit alarm body on bracket and turn the alarm body clockwise.
5. Test smoke alarm using test button. The sound pattern is 3 short and weak beeps, 1.5seconds pause, 3 short and week beeps, 1.5seconds pause, repeat it, If continue testing, the beeps will become louder. If there’s no sound output, it means that the smoke alarm is faulty or the installing operation is wrong, and you should gain the correctly method of disposal through reading “TROUBLESHOOTING”.

NOTE: During testing, because the unit send the wireless signal, the other smoke detector will alarm. Once release the test button, the other smoke detector will stop alarming in one minute.

Operation

Testing

• Test the unit weekly to ensure proper operation by pressing the test button. This will sound the alarm if the electronic circuitry, horn, and battery are working properly. If no alarm sounds, the battery may be depleted or another problem, refer to “Trouble shooting” section for a solution.
• DO NOT use an open flame to test your alarm, you could damage the alarm or ignite combustible materials and start a structure fire.

CAUTION

• Always stand an arms-length away from the unit when testing. Test the alarm weekly to ensure proper operation.
• Erratic or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a defective alarm. Refer to “Trouble shooting” section for a solution.

NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED.

LED indicators

This smoke alarm is equipped with red LED indicators.

• Standby Condition: The red LED will flash every 40 seconds to indicate that the smoke alarm is operating properly.
• Alarm Condition: When the alarm detects products of combustion and goes into alarm, the red LED will flash rapidly (one flash per second). The rapid flashing LED and pulsating alarm will continue until the air is cleared or the test button is released.
• Silence Condition: The red LED will flash every 8 seconds as long as the alarm is in Hush mode.
• Low battery trouble indication: An intermittent “chirp” accompanied by a red LED flashing every 40 seconds indicates a low battery, you may press the test button to silence the trouble indication for 10 hours, but it will reset automatically after 10 hours. During this condition the unit will continue to operate normally and detect smoke and sound an alarm. This action only temporarily silences the chirp. As the battery in this unit is replaceable. When replace the batteries. Make sure to use PAIRDEER or EVE CR17450 and install them in the right order.
• Fault indication: This chirp will occur between the flash of the red LED indicator light.

NOTE: When the unit chirps once every 40 seconds, pressing the test button temporarily silences this warning tone for 10 hours, Refer to “Trouble shooting” section for solutions, if the fault signal reactivates, you MUST replace the unit with a new alarm at once or contact you retailer during warranty.

SMOKE SENSING CHAMBER OPERATION: The alarm will “chirp” if any of the components in the smoke sensing chamber fail. This chirp will occur between the flashes of the red LED indicator light. (If the chirp occurs at the same time as the red LED flashing, indicating a low battery information).

Alarm silence (silence mode):

When the alarm sounds check for a fire first, After verifying that it is not a fire the alarm can be silenced by pushing the test button This will silence the alarm for approx 10 minutes.

The red LED will flash once every 8 seconds indicating the smoke alarm is in the silence mode. 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 a minimum of 10 feet(3 meters) from the nearest cooking appliance. If you accidentally let some smoke into the alarm cause alarm, you can open the doors and windows. Turn on the fan blew it. The alarm will silence (test button) is extremely useful in a 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. The smoke alarm is desensitized by push the alarm silence (silence mode) on the smoke alarm cover, the alarm will silence to indicate that the alarm is in a temporarily desensitized condition. The smoke alarm will automatically reset after approximately 10 minutes, if after this period, particles of combustion are still present, the alarm will sound again. The alarm silencer (silence mode) can be repeatedly until the air has been cleared of the condition causing the alarm.

CAUTION: Before using the alarm silence (silence), identify the source of the smoke and be certain a safe condition exists.
DANGER: If the alarm sounds, and it is not being tested, it means the unit is sensing smoke, THE SOUND OF THE ALARM REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AND ACTION.

Wireless function description

Wireless distance: >30 meters (outdoor open)

Note

• Make sure the battery is installed well before operating the product.

Multiple Same Alarms Networking

1. when installing batteries. There are modules without “matching mode”. “BI”,”BI”,”BI” three tone. LED flicker two times every 8 seconds. If you hear the voice of “BI”, “matching mode” It was a success. LED flashing about once 40 seconds. No module, power on flicker for about 12 seconds.
2. Take one alarm and press the test button continuously for 3 times, The LED will light up and the alarm enter “Pairing Mode”.
3. Take another alarm, press the button 3 times in a row, The LED light, alarm enters “Pairing Mode”, when hearing a beep, networking success.

Connecting alarm to the host network

1. Make sure that the host controller (to buy) can work properly before set up a network, Make sure to set up a network between alarm and host within an effective distance.
2. Set the host into learning mode (Refer to the host user manual).
3. Quickly press the test button for 3 times, The LED will light up and alarm enters” Learning mode “, when hear a “beep”, LED off, it means learning is done, alarm is paired to the host.
4. If the pairing fails, the alarm will automatically exit the learning mode after 5 minutes, or long press to exit the learning mode.

Clear code mode

Firstly press and hold the test button, then power on the alarm and the LED lights up. Do not release the button until the LED is off. Press the button again when the LED lights up second times. If you hear the sound of ‘BI’, it indicates that clear is successful. The alarm will reset and get a new random code.

Maintenance And Cleaning

In addition to weekly testing, the alarm requires periodic cleaning to remove dust, dirt, and debris. 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. This alarm has a low battery monitor which will cause the alarm to “chirp” approx every 40 seconds and the red LED flashes once at the same time for a minimum of 7 days when the battery gets low. If there is a defective battery or other failures, you can refer to “Trouble shooting” for solution, if there are still failures during warranty, you can return to your retailer.

IMPORTANT

• Do not attempt to remove the cover to clean inside. This will void the warranty.

Repair

_ Caution: _Do not attempt to repair the alarm. It will affect your warranty.

• If the alarm is not operating properly, and is still under warranty, return it to the original place you buy. Pack it in a well-padded carton, and ship to the original place you buy.
• If the alarm is no longer under warranty, have a licensed electrician replace it immediately with a comparable alarm.

Troubleshooting

DO NOT disconnect battery to quiet an unwanted alarm. This will remove your protection. Fan the air or open a window to remove smoke or dust.

Installation

• Fix the one CR17450 batteries to each battery box of the smoke alarm.
• According to the “Wireless function description” Section to operate the smoke alarm. Ensure the wireless function is ok
• Then press the bracket on the installation position, mark installation hole of bracket with a pencil.
• Bore two installation hole on the sign with electric drill. Make diameter of holes is 5mm, Strike the two plastic plugs into holes with hammer.
• Attach the bracket to the plastic plugs and fix tightly the screws (3*25mm) into the plastic plugs. (Refer to Diagram 6).
• Fit the alarm on the bracket and turn the alarm body clockwise, until matching well on the bracket.
• Test smoke alarm using test button. The sound pattern is 3 short and weak beeps, 1.5seconds pause, 3 short and week beeps, 1.5seconds pause, repeat it, If continue testing , the beeps will become louder. Then repeat it until release the button.
• If no sound, it indicates a defective alarm, you can refer to “Trouble shooting” for solution or return to your retailer during warranty.
• If you have any questions on installation, you can contact your retailer.
• During testing, may the other smoke detector will alarm. Once release the button, others will stop alarming in 1 minute. In such a way, you can check the wireless function.

WARNING:

To prevent injury, this unit must be securely attached to the ceiling or wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

Product appearance and function indication

Contact

SITERWELL ELECTRONICS CO., LIMITED

• ADDRESS: No.666 Qingfeng Road, Jiangbei District, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China.
• E-mail:vivian@china-siter.com

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