Firehawk FHN450 Mains Heat Alarm Installation Guide

Firehawk FHN450 Mains Heat Alarm

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Firehawk Hearing Impaired System (FHN800HIA) Control Unit comes with a built-in high-intensity Flashing Strobe, a plug-in power supply/ charger, and a Vibrating Pillow Pad. It can be radio interlinked with other RF-Link series devices including Firehawk Smoke Alarms (FHB10-RF), Heat Alarms (FHH10-RF), Carbon Monoxide Alarms (CO10-RF), Mains FHN600RF equipped devices and other Control Units (FHN800HIA).

PLEASE NOTE:
Firehawk RF-Link smoke, heat, and co-alarms are not included in the hearing- impaired system and must be purchased separately.

FEATURES

• Can be radio interlinked with (one other) additional Firehawk RF-Link Hearing Impaired Control Unit, Smoke Alarms, Heat Alarms or Carbon Monoxide alarms for early warning of a developing fire or carbon monoxide hazard via the vibrating pad and flashing strobe.
• Super safe radio technology to enable fast and easy Linking and installation.
• Supports up to 14 Firehawk wireless (radio) interlinked alarm devices.
• Rechargeable backup battery with up to 72 hours of operation on a full charge.
• High-intensity Flashing Strobe.
• Supports two Vibrating Pillow Pads with 3 meters of cable.
• Test function to check all hardware and wireless (radio) connections within a system at once.
• Low battery warning.
• Suitable for use in leisure accommodation vehicles.

ALARM ASSEMBLY

Prepare the Hearing Impaired System as follows:

1. Remove the Control Unit stand (if fitted) by sliding the Control Unit upwards from the stand.
2. Remove the screw of the access panel and the Panel itself.
3. Pass the Power Supply and Vibrating Pillow Pad wires through the back of the stand and Control Unit.
4. Connect the Vibrating Pillow Pads. It is possible to use a single, double or no Vibrating Pillow Pad (Strobe Light Only).

Wall Mount: If you prefer to mount the Control Unit on the wall, use the mounting plate (shown below) and attach it to your chosen position on the wall with suitable fixing screws. Slide the Control Unit down onto the plate to locate it. Remove the cut-out in the bottom of the access panel.

RADIO LINK (WIRELESS) PAIRING

Linking the Wireless (radio) Hearing Impaired System
The Firehawk Hearing Impaired System (FHN800HIA) can be radio interlinked (wireless) by to one other Firehawk RF-Link Control unit (FHN800HIA). Smoke Alarms (FHB10-RF), Heat Alarms (FHH10-RF) and Carbon Monoxide Alarms (CO10-RF), and FHN600RF-equipped devices are supplied separately. Up to 14 devices may be interlinked to the system. Please refer to the enclosed instructions for radio linking (wireless) alarms to the Firehawk Hearing Impaired System (FHN800HIA).

IMPORTANT: For comprehensive pairing instructions, please read the enclosed pairing leaflet (shown above), scan this QR code on your phone or visit: www.fireblitz.co.uk/support/

LINKING TEST

IMPORTANT: Before installing the paired alarms and Hearing Impaired System (FHN800HIA) around your home it is important to ensure the pairing process was successful. To test the system, press the test button on the Control Unit (FHN800HIA), this will test its hardware and transmit a radio (wireless) test signal to all linked devices. Each linked device must sound within 30 seconds and all linked FHN800HIA’s will perform a self test! Next press the test button on a Linked device, the Control Unit (FHN800HIA) will respond by performing a hardware test and all other alarms will sound. If any device does not sound or the Control Unit (FHN800HIA) does not perform a hardware test when the test button on a linked device is pressed the device fails to link to the system and needs to be added.

INSTALLATION

1. Place the Control Unit where the strobe can be seen and place the Vibrating Pillow Pad in the most suitable position (see section: Using the Hearing Impaired System below).
2. Once all of the alarms have been paired and tested (above), install the alarms to your chosen locations using the section Choice and Location of Alarms in their respective manuals, or see sections 8-10.
3. With alarms in position, you must test the entire radio-linked (wireless) system again from each device (see section 4). Every interconnected device must sound after pressing the test button on the Control Unit  (FHN800HIA) and it must react to a test from each connected alarm device. If a device fails to sound it may be installed out of radio range or something is interfering with its signal. Please see radio troubleshooting guide at www.fireblitz.co.uk/product/hearing-impaired-system/

USING THE HEARING IMPAIRED SYSTEM

GENERAL GUIDANCE
The entire Hearing Impaired System and it’s Linked alarms should be tested at least once per month. The location and type of equipment should be carefully chosen to ensure it is suitable for the individual or family being protected. Full guidance on this can be found in BS 5839-6 section 14.

VIBRATING PILLOW PAD
The Vibrating Pillow Pad is for use under the pillow or mattress, laid flat and as close to the individual as possible. Please test the unit in position to ensure it can be felt through the pillow.

WARNING: DO NOT place the Vibrating Pillow Pad within 15cm of any heart pacemaker.

STROBE LIGHTS AND EPILEPSY
Strobe lights can, in certain circumstances, trigger an epileptic seizure. However, this Hearing Impaired System (FHN800HIA) has been designed and built to meet the requirements of BS5446- 3:2015 which requires that the frequency of the flashing strobe should not be more than 2 hertz. The Epilepsy Foundation say “Generally, flashing lights most likely to trigger seizures, are between the frequency of 5 to 30 flashes per second (Hertz)” For further guidance see their link at: https://www.epilepsy.com/what-isepilepsy/seizure- triggers/photosensitivity

LED INDICATORS

• Green Power LED will be on while the dc power supply is connected and will flash every 30 seconds when the power supply is disconnected, and the device is powered by the backup battery.
• Yellow Fault LED will flash to indicate a system fault. Please see table below for list of possible faults.
• Red Fire Alarm LED will flash during a FIRE Alarm and when tested from a Smoke or Heat alarm.
• Red CO Alarm LED will flash if Carbon Monoxide has been detected and when tested from the Carbon Monoxide Alarm.

Device Reset
To reset the FHN800HIA device press and hold the link button until all lights will flash sequentially, press the link button again to reset the device. This will blink all lights and return the device to factory settings.

Turn Off the Control Unit
To turn the device off, remove the power supply and press the test button 6 times.

Radio Dropout Fault “B”
The Control Unit (FHN800HIA) will continuously radio check each linked device to ensure they are active. If a device is no longer connected it will trigger the Radio Dropout Fault “B” within 12 hours. The faulty device must be identified and either repaired or replaced. If the device is no longer functioning it must be removed from the Control Unit and the active fault must be cleared. If the device can be repaired only the fault needs to be cleared.

Remove Fault Device
Press and hold both the TEST and CLEAR buttons on the Control Unit (FHN800HIA) for 3 seconds, the Power and Fault lights will flash three times. This will remove the faulty device information from the Control Unit.

Clear Fault
To clear the active Radio Interlink Fault press and hold the Clear button for 6 seconds, all lights will flash and the double flash indicator will stop. Please retest the entire system to ensure all linked devices are functioning correctly.

TESTING THE SYSTEM – MONTHLY

Press the test button on the Control Unit (FHN800HIA). The four LEDs Should flash one after another followed by flashes from the strobe, the attached Vibrating Pillow Pads should vibrate, and the unit will transmit a test signal to all wirelessly (radio) interconnected devices. All interlinked devices should sound within 30 seconds, if any fail to sound please either scan this QR code on your phone or visit: www.fireblitz.co.uk/hearing-Impaired- system/ and read the troubleshooting guide.

RADIO LINKED (WIRELESS) SYSTEM
The Hearing Impaired System (FHN800HIA) and connected wireless (radio) Firehawk alarms are interlinked using an 868Mhz radio. All devices in the system have an open-air range of at least 100 metres however this is affected by temperature, humidity, and obstacles in the RF signals path such as walls and furniture. A general guide is 30 meters of range when installed but varies with building construction. To guarantee system reliability it is recommended that the system be regularly tested from each alarm within a system and each alarm must react to every device when under test. The Fireblitz wireless (radio) system is not a mesh system and does not relay a signal from one device to another therefore care must be taken to ensure each alarm is within radio range of every other device within the system.

CHOICE AND LOCATION OF ALARMS

Photoelectric Smoke Alarms are best for sensing smoldering fires and therefore best suited for rooms containing furniture, bedding, and clothes such as escape routes, lounges, bedrooms, and other living rooms. They are recommended by BS 5839 pt6 for living accommodation where most fires originate in electrical equipment and smoldering material such as furniture, clothing, curtains, and carpets.

NOTE: Heat Alarms are most suitable for kitchens, boiler rooms, workshops, and garages where dust, dirt, and moisture would contribute to nuisance alarms. Heat alarms should not be used on walls or in escape routes and should always be interlinked to smoke alarms. Do not install heat alarms in sleeping areas; for example, bedrooms,  nurseries, playrooms or areas where the elderly and disabled may spend long periods.

For minimum protection, install at least one smoke alarm on each level of your home. They should be installed in hallways, corridors, and all escape routes from the building and within 3 meters of all bedroom doors. All alarms should be interconnected. Recommended siting of smoke and heat alarms in:

MULTIPLE STOREY HOME WITH MULTIPLE SLEEPING AREAS

AVOID THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS

The life of this alarm can be significantly reduced by adverse environments, incorrect location and a failure to regularly clean and maintain it according to the following instructions. Incorrect location and a lack of reasonable care may also cause it to malfunction and will invalidate the warranty.

NOTE: Do not store alarms in temperatures below 5°C and above 30°C; this may cause beeping and nuisance alarms when first installed. These will clear after a short time when the alarm has become acclimatised. Extended periods under these conditions will reduce the life of the alarms and invalidate the warranty.

1. Do not locate near fans or extractors. These can pull smoke and heat away from the alarms.
2. Do not install in or near high humidity areas such as showers, bathrooms, or kitchens where humidity levels exceed 85% or the room temperature exceeds 40° or falls below 0°C. These may cause nuisance alarms and damage the alarm.
3. Do not install alarms in the peak of an “A’ frame. This may delay smoke and heat reaching them due to the presence of dead air.
4. Do not install less than 300mm from walls and light fittings when mounted on the ceiling where heat and dead air may delay smoke reaching the alarm.
5. Do not install in insect-infested areas.
6. Do not install in areas subjected to heavy concentrations of cigarette smoke that will cause nuisance alarms and the alarm to become contaminated.
7. Do not install smoke alarms in kitchens, boiler rooms, and garages where fumes and dust may cause nuisance alarms.
8. Do not install on poorly insulated walls and ceilings where cold air boundary layers could prevent smoke from reaching the alarm.
9. Do not install near objects that could prevent smoke and heat reaching the alarm.
10. Do not install within 1500mm of fluorescent light fitting that could trigger nuisance alarms.
11. Do not paint the alarm. The location of the alarms must be per applicable building regulations, in particular Part B. Further help and guidance can also be found in BS5839 part 6.

FURTHER DETAIL ON ALARM LOCATION

1. At least one smoke alarm should be installed in the escape route on all floors of the building.
2. The detection element of smoke alarms should be between 25mm and 600mm below the ceiling, or in the case of heat alarms between 25mm and 150mm
3. Smoke alarms should be at least 300mm from any wall or light fitting.
4. If ceiling mounting is impractical smoke alarms may be installed on walls provided that the area is no longer or wider than 10 meters and the total area does not exceed 50m2 and that: – a. The detection element is between 150mm and 300mm below the ceiling. b. The bottom of the detection element is above openings such as vents, doors, and opening windows c. Ensure they are not mounted close to or above heaters or air conditioning vents.
5. Where smoke alarms are located in a hallway, corridor or landing, the alarm should be no further than three meters from any bedroom door to assist audibility behind closed doors.
6. No point on the ceiling in any room, hallway or corridor should be further than 7.5 metres from any smoke alarm.
7. To give the earliest warning of a developing fire, smoke alarms should be installed in all the rooms of your home and interlinked. (other than those in point 2 of Choice and Location of Alarms above).

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Firebiltz Ltd guarantees to you, as a purchaser, that the enclosed Hearing Impaired System (FHN800HIA) will be free from defects in material, workmanship or design under normal use and service for a period of 7 years. This Guarantee is not assignable. Our liability to you, under this guarantee, is limited to repairing or replacing any part which we find to be defective in material, workmanship, or design, free of charge to the customer, upon sending the alarm with proof of date of purchase, postage paid to Fireblitz Ltd, Units 15-17 Manford Industrial Estate, Manor Road, Erith, Kent DA8 2AJ.

The terms of this guarantee will not apply to the following
circumstances: If the alarm has been modified, dismantled, contaminated, damaged, neglected, or otherwise abused or altered following the date of purchase, or if it fails to operate due to incorrect siting, installation, or damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied. It is specifically drawn to the user’s attention that substantial periods in alarm will shorten alarm life, during which time it will have provided valuable protection and no claim under the guarantee will be entertained. The liability of Fireblitz Ltd, arising from the sale of this alarm or under the terms of this guarantee shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement of the alarm. In no case, shall Fireblitz Ltd be liable for consequential loss or damage resulting from the failure of the alarm or the breach of this or any other guarantee, express or implied, or for damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions supplied. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.

Fireblitz Extinguisher Ltd. Units 15-17 Manford Industrial Estate, Manor Road. Erith, Kent DA8 2AJ

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