Alecto SA-19 Smoke Detector User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- Alecto
Table of Contents
Alecto SA-19 Smoke Detector
The SA-19/5 is a smoke detector set for the discovery of fire in the first
stage. If smoke develops, the SA-19/5 will give a loud beep of at least 85dB
(A). We
advise testing the smoke detectors weekly using the test button on the
detectors. Save this manual in a safe place or inside of the electricity meter
cupboard.
RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION LOCATIONS FOR THE SA-19/5:
- Install the first smoke detector near the bedroom. Ensure that it is placed so, if it would detect fire, at least one exit route would still be accessible. We recommend to place one alarm near each potential blockade of your exit route, so you are alerted before a fire would block off escape.
- Use multiple smoke detectors to increase safety and ensure an alert before the escape route is blocked.
- Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your house.
- Install at least one smoke detector in each room where people smoke or where there is equipment that may potentially cause a fire.
- Smoke and heat will first move upwards towards the ceiling; after that the smoke and heat will travel horizontally.
- Install the detector on the ceiling. Except for rooms smaller than 1m, you should stay at least 50 cm away from the wall and 60cm from any corner. Smoke and heat do not gather in such corners, preventing the detector from alerting you on time.
DO NOT INSTALL IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS
- The kitchen; Steam from cooking might give a false alarm.
- The shower or bathroom; water damp might cause a false alarm and the moist environment might damage the detector.
- The garage: The car exhaust might cause a false alarm.
- In front of a fan or nearby the exhaust of an air conditioner or heater.
- In a ceiling nook.
- In rooms where the temperature could reach below 5°C or beyond 45°C.
- Do not paint or otherwise cover this smoke detector.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Attach the ceiling plate using the included plugs and screws to the ceiling on
a location of choice. Wall mounting is not recommended for smoke detection.
Put the 9V block battery in the smoke detector. Then put the detector to the
ceiling plate and, twist clockwise to lock it in place. Perform a first test
by holding the test key for two seconds. Also see the paragraph: “Testing
”.
USING, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE
Using:
The smoke detector works if the 9V battery has been placed and the SA-19/5 has
been mounted to the ceiling. The unit can only be mounted to the plate if the
battery has been installed. The LED underneath the test button will now flash
± every 45 seconds. Once smoke is detected, the alarm will sound. Once the
smoke disappears, the smoke alarm will stop automatically
Test:
By pressing the “HUSH/TEST” button 1x, the alarm of the SA-19/5 will be
checked. Keep the “HUSH/TEST” pressed for a minimum of 2 seconds. If you
immediately hear 3 audio tones the alarm is in excellent working condition.
Check the alarm every week. In alarm status, the device generates 85dB(A)
sound. Do not test the device using candles, open fire, cigarettes etc.
Hush function
The Hush function allows the user to decrease the smoke detector’s sensitivity
during an alarm. By pressing the “HUSH/TEST” button the smoke detector is
decreased for a period of 10 minutes. The red led flashes 1x every 10 seconds
in Hush mode. After 10 minutes the smoke detector resets to its default
sensitivity. For example, this can be used when the smoke detector gives an
alarm during cooking.
Time-out function:
The time-out function allows you to preventively lower the sensitivity of the
smoke detector. By pressing the “HUSH/TEST” button without an active alarm,
you reduce the smoke detectors sensitivity for 10 minutes. The red LED lights
up 1x every 10 seconds during Hush mode. After 10 minutes the smoke detector
resets to its default sensitivity. You can use this mode for example when you
know that a situation (for example cooking) will produce smoke and there is no
danger.
ATTENTION:
- If the cause of an alarm is unclear, assume it’s caused by fire. Immediately evacuate the building.
- Keep the smoke detectors out of range of children.
- Protect against dust during renovations. Without protection, the smoke detectors will lose their functionality.
Maintenance
The smoke detector is maintenance-free. In very dusty rooms they may be cleaned by vacuum.
PLAN AN ESCAPE ROUTE
- Make a map and mark all locations of doors and windows and a possible escape route. Note that you may need an escape ladder on high floors.
- Ensure everyone in the house knows the sound the smoke alarms produce and regularly practice use of the escape route.
- Leave the house immediately according to the plan when hearing the alarm. Every second counts: so respond quickly. If you do not notice smoke or heat, check if everyone in the house is in a secure location.
- Do not open any doors without feeling whether the door is warm or if there is smoke coming from underneath the doors. If it is, do not open that door. If the door is cold, put your shoulder firmly against the door and open it a small amount to check for any heat or smoke first.
- If there is much smoke, keep low and take shallow breaths, preferably through a moist towel. Call the fire department as soon as you are safe outside.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES: (Changeable battery)
The detector is supplied using a 9Volt blok battery. Only use the recommended
type Mustang 6LR61. Under normal conditions, the battery will last at least 12
months. If it is about to need replacement, the smoke detector will make a
chirping sound every 30 to 40 seconds for at least 30 days. Pay attention to
the polarity when replacing batteries. Test the detector after every battery
replacement. If the smoke detector does not function, please contact
your supplier.
ENVIRONMENT:
Do not throw away used batteries, but recycle them using your local chemical
depot. Product may not be thrown out as normal waste but must be recycled as
electrical waste.
DECLARATION OF Performance:
Is available at the following internet address:
http://DOC.hesdo.com/SA-19/5_DOP_1.pdf