red R240RC Smoke Alarm Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- RED
Table of Contents
red R240RC Smoke Alarm
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE NOTE:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
THIS SMOKE ALARM.
Installation & Interconnecting Smoke Alarms:
- Strip the Active/Neutral and Interconnect (if used) wires back to the strip length shown in below
- Connect the wires to the correct terminals on the base and ensure the terminal screws are fully tightened.
- Screw the mounting base onto the ceiling or wall using plugs and screws.
- Clip the smoke alarm on to the base (if not already attached).
- Turn on the mains power and check the green and red LEDs function. The Green LED should illuminate steady to show mains power present. The Red LED will pulse every 40-60 seconds to indicate correct operation and that the backup battery is okay.
- Press the Test/Hush button for 3 seconds to check the alarm works.
Installation is not complete until both LEDs are functioning correctly. Use a minimum of 1.0 mm2 250 V insulated wire for all wiring, including interconnecting wiring.
NOTICE – EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION COMPLIANCE
This smoke alarm must be installed in accordance with the National Electrical
Code and any local state legislation requirements. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in a non-compliant installation.
TERMINAL
A:| Active / Line
E/LOOP:| Earth or Loop
N:| Neutral
I:| Interconnect
IMPORTANT
EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION HAZARD
- All interconnected smoke alarms must be supplied from the same circuit.
- A common Neutral must be used for the Interconnect to operate.
- DO NOT connect the Interconnect wire to Active or Neutral.
- Maximum of 40 interconnected smoke alarms.
- Only Red smoke alarms can be interconnected.
WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions may result in equipment damage or injury.
CAUTION
- Red LED flashes very quickly (3 times per second) without sound. This means neutral connection is missing or wiring is incorrect. Please check wiring and connection of smoke alarms with flashing red LED and rectify wiring issue immediately.
- An optional wireless base (RWB) may be purchased separately if wired connection is not possible.
- Alternative Energy Sources – (Wind, Solar, UPS etc.) This product is designed to be connected to a Pure or True Sine Wave 230V AC supply.
- It should not be connected to a power source that utilises an inverter, e.g. PV solar panel, the Total Harmonic Distortion (THD).
- Light Dimmer Circuits – The Alarms must not be powered from a light dimmer circuit
Specifications:
- Main Power Source 220-240V, 50Hz
- Backup Battery Rechargeable lithium battery
- Operating Current≤40 mA
- Sensing Type Type A Photoelectric smoke alarm – contains NO radioactive materia
- Temperature Range 0 °C to 45 °C
- Humidity Range 5% to 95%
- Interconnecting 40 alarms for wireless 40 alarms wired over 150 metres maximum
- Terminals Active, Neutral, Loop and Interconnect terminals,each accommodates 2 × 1.5 mm2
- Sound Level 85 dB at three metres minimum
- Alarm Condition Audible signal pattern (ISO 8201)
- Visual Indicators Green LED for mains power ON Red LED for warning and low battery indication
- Approval AS 3786:2014, UL S36341
Operation and Testing
Once the mains power (220-240V) is connected, the smoke alarm is operating.
Once Smoke Is Detected
The smoke alarm will sound a loud alarm (85 dB) and the red LED will flash
rapidly. This will continue until the air is cleared.
Standby Condition
The red LED flashes once every 40-60 seconds to indicate the smoke alarm
andbattery are functioning correctly.
Green LED
The green LED is illuminated when the mains power (220-240V) is on.
Memory Function
If one of the alarm indicator (RED LED) is flashing every 4 seconds this
indicates that a smoke alarm, has previously been activated.
Important information:
After the Test/Hush button has been pressed, wait 10 minutes before any
additional testing is conducted to avoid any false alarm responses as product
has reduced sensitivity during this period. Refer to ‘Hush or Silence
Feature’.
Hush or Silence Feature
- This smoke alarm has a built-in Hush or Silence feature incorporated into the Test/Hush button.
- If cooking or other non-hazardous sources cause the alarm to sound, it can be temporarily silenced by pressing the Test/Hush button for 3 seconds.
- The alarm then enters a dormant period for 10 minutes.
- After the 10 minute dormant period, the smoke alarm will resume normal operation.
Note: After the Test/Hush button has been pressed, wait 10 minutes before any additional testing is conducted to avoid any abnormal responses as the smoke alarm is not sensitive to smoke during this period.
Recommended Locations of Alarms:
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Install at least one alarm for each bedroom
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Install at least one alarm to protect any stairway
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Install at least one alarm on every floor level.
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Install an alarm in every room where a smoker sleeps as additional protection.
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Install an alarm in every room where electrical appliances are operated (i.e. portable heaters or humidifiers) as additional protection.
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Install an alarm in every room where someone sleeps with the door closed as additional protection.
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The closed door may prevent the alarm from waking the sleeper.
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When mounting an alarm on the ceiling install it at a minimum of 300mm
from the side wall and 600mm from any corner (see diagram). -
When mounting an alarm on a wall, install it at a minimum of 300mm from the ceiling level but not more than 600mm from the ceiling level and any corner (see diagram)
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When mounting an alarm at the apex of a sloping ceiling it should be located a minimum of 500mm from the apex but should not exceed 1500mm (see diagram).
Avoid These Locations:
Do not place alarm in the following locations:
- The garage. Gas released when you start your automobile may cause false alarms.
- In front of forced air supply ducts used for heating and air-conditioning and other high airflow areas.
- In the peak of an “A” frame type of ceiling.
- In areas where temperatures may fall below +5ºC or rise above +50ºC.
- In dusty areas, dust particles may cause smoke alarm to false alarm or fail to alarm.
- We do not recommend installation in or directly adjacent to areas of high condensation such as bathrooms & laundries due to potential for false alarms.
- Kitchen/cooking areas.
Maintenance:
The smoke alarm is virtually maintenance free. However, under dusty or greasy conditions, a vacuum cleaner may be used to clean the exterior of unit (including slots on cover) DO NOT IMMERSE IN OR SPRAY WITH HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS.
TESTING
TEST THE SMOKE ALARM ONCE PER MONTH TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION
Test by pushing the Test/Hush button on the smoke alarm for three seconds
until the alarm sounds. The alarm will sound if all electronic circuitry, horn
and battery are working.If no alarm sounds, check the smoke alarm is installed
correctly. If smoke alarm is installed correctly and the alarm still does not
sound, replace the smoke alarm. If the smoke alarm is installed in a mobile
home, test weekly and after every journey. Never use an open flame of any type
to test your alarm. Check that all interconnected smoke alarms operate during
the test.
Installation of Smoke Alarms:
- Smoke alarms for minimum protection.
- Smoke alarms for additional protection.
IMPORTANT: INCORRECT ORIENTATION OF SMOKE ALARMS MAY DECREASE OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
Troubleshooting Guide:
- One audible beep every 40 to 60 seconds. Low battery warning
- Two audible beepsevery 40 to 60 seconds The smoke alarm may not be operating correctly.
- Red LED flashing every 4 seconds The smoke alarm has previously been activated.
Resolution / Action
- Test and check the mains power connection.
- Make sure the transport disconnect interlock is removed.
- Clean smoke alarm according to “Maintenance, Repairs and Service”. If the problem still persists, contact an electrician for replacement.
- If there is evidence of an alarm event, be sure to investigate further
Warranty:
Red Smoke Alarms has a service life of at least 10 years under normal use. Red Smoke Alarms warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years from the date of installation. Refer to the Red Smoke Alarms terms of sale for full warranty conditions. http://www.redsmokealarms.com.au
Red Smoke Alarms reserves the right to change specifications, modify designs and discontinue items without incurring obligation and whilst every effort is made to ensure that descriptions, specifica-tions and other information in this catalogue are correct, no warranty is given in respect theseof and the company shall not be liable for any error therein. Red Smoke Alarms 2021 This material copyright under Australian and international laws. Except as permitted under the relevant law, no part of this work may be reproduced by any process without prior written permission of and acknowledgment to Red Smoke Alarms.
RED SMOKE ALARMS PTY. LTD.
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