ELRO FS2010 Smoke Detector User Manual

: June 3, 2024
: ELRO

Table of Contents

ELRO FS2010 Smoke Detector
Product Specifications
- Product features
Installation
Troubleshooting
Documents / Resources

ELRO FS2010 Smoke Detector

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing our smoke detector. The photoelectric technology makes the smoke detector more sensitive to detecting slow smoldering fires, i.e. thick, black smoke with a little heat, which can smolder for hours before bursting into flame. Take a few minutes to read the owner’s manual and familiarize yourself and your household members with the operation of the smoke detector. Keep the user manual throughout the life of the product.

Product Specifications

Operation current : <6uA (standby), <100mA (alarm)
Alarm volume : > 85 dB (A) at 3 meters
Test volume : > 70 dB (A) at 3 meters
Alarm sensitivity: 0.100 – 0.160 dB/m
Operating temperature : 0 °C – 40 °C
Operating humidity: < 93 %
Low battery and fault warning: Yes

Product features

Function: Smoke detector
Power supply: 1PC DC3V built-in lithium battery
Lifetime: 10 years
Mounting method: On wall or ceiling
Suitable for leisure vehicles: yes
Individual alarm indicator: yes
Temporary alarm muting facility: yes, approx. 10 minutes

Important safety information

Use only the test button to test the smoke alarm function.
Test the smoke detector weekly to ensure proper operation.
This smoke detector is designed for use in a single-family home only. Do not install in non-residential buildings. This smoke detector is not a replacement for a complete alarm system.
Install a smoke detector in every room and on every floor of the house. Smoke may not reach the smoke detector for many reasons. If a fire starts in a remote part of the house, on another floor, in a chimney, or on the other side of a closed door, wall, or roof, the smoke may not reach the smoke detector in time to alert household members. A smoke detector will not immediately detect a fire except in the room or area in which it is installed.
If any of the roommates are hearing impaired, install special smoke detectors with lights or vibrating devices to alert the occupants.
Smoke detectors can only sound an alarm when they detect smoke or combustion particles in the air. They do not detect heat, flame or gas.
Smoke detectors have limitations. This Smoke Alarm is not foolproof and is not guaranteed to protect lives or property from fire. Smoke alarms are not a substitute for insurance. Homeowners and renters should insure their lives and property. In addition, it is possible for the smoke detector to fail at any time. Therefore, you should test the smoke detector weekly and replace it at the end of its life.

Status overview

Standby state:
The red LED flashes once every 40 seconds to indicate that the smoke detector is operating properly.
Alarm and test status:
When the test button is pressed or when the smoke detector detects combustion particles and goes into alarm (constant pulsing sound), the red LED flashes once every second. The flashing LED and pulsing alarm will continue until the air is cleared or the test button is released.
Low battery voltage status:
An intermittent chirp with red LED flashing once every 40 seconds.
Malfunction Status:
16 seconds after the alarm chirps every 40 seconds, the red LED flashes once
Pause Function:
The red LED flashes once every 8 seconds after the test button is pressed in the alarm status.

Activation
Before using the smoke detector, it is important to activate it and test it for proper operation. Press and hold the test button for about 3 seconds until the LED indicator lights up, then immediately release the test button. The smoke detector will produce a beep to indicate that it has been activated.

WARNING :

Replace 10 years after activation:
If no sound is generated, the smoke detector is not properly activated and should not be used! The unit must not be deactivated!

Test
Immediately after activation, testing is necessary. Test the unit to ensure proper operation by pressing the test button for at least 5 seconds, which will cause the alarm to sound if the electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working properly. If there is no alarm, the battery is defective or there is some other malfunction. Refer to the “Troubleshooting” section for a solution. The volume of the test signal is considerably lower than the actual alarm signal. Keep the test button pressed, after the first 2 cycles (2 x bip | bip | bip | — |) you will hear the volume of the alarm signal if the smoke detector is activated due to a fire.
Do NOT use an open flame to test your alarm, you could damage the alarm or ignite combustible materials and cause a fire.

WARNING : Because of the sound volume (85 decibels) of the alarm, you should always stand at arm’s length away from the unit during testing. An irregular or low sound volume of your alarm may indicate a faulty alarm, you can refer to the Troubleshooting section for a solution.
NOTE : WEEKLY TEST IS REQUIRED!

Pause function
The pause function allows the alarm circuit to temporarily not detect smoke for approximately 10 minutes. The pause function should only be used to minimize nuisance alarms when a known alarm condition, such as smoke from cooking, triggers the alarm. Press the test button for at least 5 seconds (or until the unit sounds) to activate the pause function and the alarm will go into pause mode for approximately 10 minutes. The smoke detector will automatically reset itself after approximately 10 minutes. If combustion particles are still present after this period, the smoke alarm will sound again. The pause function can be repeated until the air is purified. Combustion particles from cooking can set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the cooking area. Using an exhaust hood that ventilates to the outside (type without recirculation) will help remove these combustible particles from the kitchen. Thus, the pause function is extremely useful when the alarm is activated by cooking fumes.

WARNING : Before turning on the “Pause Function”, identify the source of the smoke and make sure the condition is safe.
DANGER : If the smoke detector continuously pulses alarms and not because of a test, then the unit is sensing smoke, THE SOUND OF THE ALARM REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AND ACTION.

Installation

The smoke alarm can be installed in any room (except the bathroom, kitchen and dusty areas) and any other area of the home so that occupants can hear and respond to the alarm. For minimum protection, install an alarm in the hallway between living and sleeping areas. Place the unit as close as possible to the living quarters and make sure the alarm is audible in the bedrooms.

Single-story home
Install a smoke detector on the ceiling of each bedroom and in the hallway/corridor outside each separate sleeping area. If a hallway in a sleeping area is more than 9m long, install a smoke detector at each end. If there is a basement: install a smoke detector at the basement ceiling at the bottom of the stairwell.

Multi-story dwelling
Install a smoke detector on the ceiling of each bedroom and in the hallway/overflow outside each separate sleeping area. If a hallway in a sleeping area is more than 9m long, install a smoke alarm at each end. Install a smoke alarm at the top of a staircase from the first to the second floor.

Do not install smoke alarms in the following places

Near appliances or areas where normal combustion occurs on a regular basis think of the kitchen, near an oven, kettle.
In areas with high humidity, such as bathrooms or areas near dishwashers or washing machines. Install the smoke detector at least 3 meters away from these areas.
Near air vents or heating and cooling vents. Install at least 3 feet away from these areas. Air can blow smoke away from the detector and interrupt the alarm.
In areas where the temperature may fall below 0℃ or rise above 40℃, or with humidity higher than 93%. These conditions will shorten the battery life or cause false alarm.
In extremely dusty, dirty or insect-infested areas, impacted particles may interfere with the operation of the smoke detector.

What is the best location

Initially, you should install an alarm on the landing or stairwell and in the bedroom. In the case of multiple bedrooms, you should install an alarm in each bedroom.
Smoke, heat and combustion particles spread horizontally after they rise to the ceiling, so install the alarm in the center of the ceiling. If for some reasons the alarm cannot be installed in the center of the ceiling, the distance between the alarm and the corner of the wall should be more than 50 cm.
If the length of the room or hall (landing/stairwell) is more than 9m, install multiple detectors in the hall.
Smoke detectors in rooms with a ceiling slope of more than 1m at 8m horizontally should be installed on the high side of the room. Install a smoke detector on a sloping, peaked or cathedral ceiling between 500mm and 1500mm from the highest point of the ceiling.

Installation steps

Remove the mounting plate and then the mounting plug, using a screwdriver if necessary.
Place the mounting plate in the desired location and mark the installation holes on the wall with a pencil.
Drill two holes with a diameter of 5mm.
Insert the two plastic plugs into the holes.
Insert the screws via mounting plate into the dowels and tighten firmly.
Place the alarm on the mounting plate and turn the alarm clockwise.
Insert the mounting plug into the hole between the mounting plate and the smoke alarm to secure your alarm.
Test the smoke alarm.

Maintenance and cleaning
In addition to weekly testing, the alarm should be cleaned periodically to remove dust, dirt and debris. Clean the smoke alarm at least once a month. Vacuum all sides of the smoke alarm using a vacuum cleaner with the soft brush. Make sure all vents are free of dirt. Use a damp cloth to clean the alarm’s case.

IMPORTANT : Do not attempt to remove the cover to clean the inside. This will affect the warranty.

Practice Fire Safety
If the detector sounds an alarm and you have not pressed the test button, it warns of a dangerous situation and your immediate response is required. Prepare for such events by developing escape plans with all family members/household members and practicing them regularly.

Expose everyone to the sound of a smoke alarm and explain what the sound means.
Determine two exits in each room and an escape route to the outside from each exit.
Teach all household members to touch the doors before opening them. Instruct them not to open the door and to use an alternative exit if the door is hot.
Teach household members to crawl on the floor to stay under dangerous smoke, fumes and gases.
Determine a safe meeting place for all members outside the building.

What to do in case of fire

Do not panic and remain calm.
Leave the building as soon as possible. Touch doors to feel if they are hot before opening them. Use an alternate exit if necessary. Crawl on the floor and don’t stop to pick something up.
Meet at a pre-arranged meeting place outside the building.
Call the fire department from outside the building.
Do not go back inside a burning building. Wait for the fire department to arrive.
NOTE : These guidelines will help you in case of fire, however, to increase the rate of safe escape, please practice fire safety rules and avoid dangerous situations.

Troubleshooting

The smoke alarm does not sound during testing.
- Replace the smoke alarm with a new smoke alarm.
The alarm beeps and the red LED flashes once every 40 seconds.
- Replace the smoke alarm with a new one.
The smoke alarm sounds unwanted alarms intermittently or when residents are cooking, showering, etc.
- Press the test button to pause the alarm. Clean the smoke detector. Refer to the Maintenance and Cleaning section. Move the smoke detector to a new location and press the test button.
The alarm sounds different than normal.
- Clean the smoke detector. Refer to the Maintenance and Cleaning section. If there are still failures during the warranty period, return the unit to your retailer. If the unit is out of warranty, replace it with a new alarm.

Safety and compliance

WARNING : To prevent injury, this device must be securely attached to the ceiling/wall according to the installation instructions.
WARNING : Do not expose the product and batteries to extreme temperatures.
WARNING : Keep electronic equipment and packing materials out of the reach of children and pets.

This product is not water resistant and is suitable for indoor use only. Do not open the device or attempt to repair it yourself. Do not paint or cover the device. Only use this device as intended by the manufacturer, otherwise the warranty will void.
Refer to local legislation for smoke detectors.
Download the Declaration of Performance (DoP) at www.elro.eu/dop.

The WEEE symbol indicates that this product and its batteries must be disposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches the end of its useful life, take it to a designated waste collection point nearby to ensure safe disposal or recycling. Protect the environment and public health and handle natural resources responsibly!

Service and contact
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Documents / Resources

| ELRO FS2010 Smoke Detector [pdf] User Manual
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| ELRO FS2010 Smoke Detector [pdf] User Manual
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