Firex ADHB Owner's Manual
Firex ADHB Owner's Manual

Firex ADHB Owner's Manual

Heat alarm with 9v alkaline battery

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110-1146B.qxd
12/12/06
3:16 PM
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Heat Alarm
9V
with
Alkaline
Battery
110-1146B
135°F (58°C) FIXED TEMPERATURE
MODEL ADHB
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THIS MANUAL
Installer: Please leave this
manual with the product.
WARNING! Heat alarms are not life safety devices and are not designed to
detect smoke or fire. Heat alarms detect temperatures of 135°
or greater,
F
and are intended to be used as supplements to smoke alarms by provid-
ing early warning. See the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section of
this manual.
HEAT ALARM FEATURES
This heat alarm is powered by a 9-volt alkaline battery.
Optional tamper-resist feature.
Unique “battery missing” lockout – heat alarm will not attach to
the mounting bracket if a battery is not in the battery pocket.
Improperly connected or weak battery signal – heat alarm will
sound a short beep once a minute if the battery is weak or
improperly connected.
Red LED indicates that the heat alarm is receiving power from the
battery and is working under normal operation, or in alarm.
Loud alarm horn—85 decibels at 10 feet—sounds to alert you
to an emergency.
Test button checks heat alarm operation.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number:
ADHB
Electrical Rating:
9 volt alkaline battery
U.L. temperature rating:
135°F (58°C) fixed temperature
U.L. Maximum ambient
temperature at unit:
100°F
Operating temperature:
-10°F to 158°F (-23°C to 70°C)
U.L. Recommended coverage: 2500 square feet (see Note A)
U.L. Recommended spacing:
50 feet
Maximum distance from wall:
25 feet (see Note B)
NOTE A: Maximum alarm coverage has been determined by UL to provide detection
time equal to sprinkler devices spaced at 10-ft intervals (100 square foot area) on a
smooth ceiling 15 ft 9 in. high. Higher ceilings can adversely affect detection time. In
some instances, earlier detection may be obtained by reducing the distance between
detectors. See the latest edition of the NFPA 72E, Automatic Fire Detectors.
NOTE B: Maximum distance is measured from any wall partition or ceiling projection
extending down more than 12 inches.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
!
W A R N I N G
This heat alarm requires a working 9-volt battery to operate
properly. This heat alarm WILL NOT work if the battery is
removed, drained or improperly connected. DO NOT use any
other kind of battery except as specified in this manual.
The Push-to-Test button accurately tests all heat alarm
functions. For temperatures that are below -10°F use a hand
held hair dryer and blow hot air into heat alarm to test. DO
NOT use any other test method. Test heat alarm weekly to
ensure proper operation.
This heat alarm should be installed only by a licensed,
qualified electrician. Observe and follow all local and national
electrical and building codes for installation.
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  • Page 1 Heat Alarm with Alkaline Battery 110-1146B 135°F (58°C) FIXED TEMPERATURE MODEL ADHB PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL Installer: Please leave this manual with the product. WARNING! Heat alarms are not life safety devices and are not designed to detect smoke or fire. Heat alarms detect temperatures of 135°...
  • Page 2 110-1146B.qxd 12/12/06 3:16 PM Page 2 • This heat alarm is designed to be used inside a single family building only. In multi-family buildings, each individual living unit should have its own heat alarm. Do not install in nonresi- dential buildings or places which house many people like hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, nursing homes, or group homes.
  • Page 3 110-1146B.qxd 12/12/06 3:16 PM Page 3 In addition, the California State Fire Marshal states: “Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: A heat detector installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity, but outside the bedrooms) and heat or smoke alarms in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and...
  • Page 4: How To Install This Heat Alarm

    110-1146B.qxd 12/12/06 3:16 PM Page 4 DO NOT install heat alarms: • In areas with high humidity, like bathrooms or areas near dish- washers or washing machines. Install at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from these areas, if possible. •...
  • Page 5: Red Led Indicator

    110-1146B.qxd 12/12/06 3:16 PM Page 5 RED LED INDICATOR This heat alarm features a red LED indicator. The LED indicates the following: Blinks once a minute — indicates presence of a working battery. Blinks once a second — heat alarm senses heat and simultane- ously sounds an audible alarm.
  • Page 6: Practice Fire Safety

    El Paso, TX 79906 If the heat alarm is no longer under warranty, replace the heat alarm immediately with a comparable Firex brand heat alarm. PRACTICE FIRE SAFETY If the heat alarm sounds its alarm horn, and you have not pushed the test button, it is warning of a dangerous situation.
  • Page 7: Troubleshooting

    110-1146B.qxd 12/12/06 3:16 PM Page 7 TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: DO NOT disconnect battery to quiet an unwanted alarm. This will remove your protection. Fan the air or open a window to remove heat or dust. PROBLEM SOLUTION Heat alarm does not Check that battery is sound when tested.
  • Page 8 110-1146B.qxd 12/12/06 3:16 PM Page 8 NOTES 191 E. North Avenue Carol Stream, Illinois 60188 USA www.invensyscontrols.com ©2006 Invensys Controls 110-1146B...

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