FireAngel SI-601 User Manual
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- Page 1 User Manual EASY TO SILENCE SMOKE ALARM SI-601 TOAST PROOF SMOKE ALARM SO-601 Please read me – as I could save your life. Please retain this user manual for future reference...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ALARM SMART SILENCE™ SENSOR TECHNOLOGY ROUTINE MAINTENANCE APPLICATION WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE IN YOUR HOME POSITIONING REPAIR LIMITATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO INSTALL YOUR DISPOSAL SMOKE ALARM 1 Preparation 2 Install mounting plate HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME 3 Install 9V battery SAFER 4 Fit your smoke alarm 5 Test your smoke alarm WARRANTY OPERATION RETURNS Normal Condition Low Battery Condition PRODUCT RANGE BATTERY REPLACEMENT ALARM TEST Note: This User Manual is also available in large text and other formats. Please call 0800 141 2561 for further information... -
Page 4: Introduction
SENSOR TECHNOLOGY This user manual covers the following two There are two main types of smoke alarm. products, FireAngel SI-601 (Ionisation) The SI-601 Standard Smoke Alarm uses an Smoke Alarm and SO-601 Toast Proof ionisation type sensor to detect the presence (Optical) Smoke Alarm. of smoke. Ionisation type smoke alarms are generally more effective at detecting fast, Congratulations! You’ve made a wise... -
Page 5: Application
APPLICATION only as a guide. Check with your local Fire and Rescue Service for further guidance. WARNING: Your FireAngel smoke alarm can be installed into a new build property as additional protection to an existing smoke detection system only. It cannot be used as a substitute for a hard wired system as required in new build properties. In this type of property the building regulations require alarms to be interlinked. You can... -
Page 6: Positioning
Mobile Homes and Caravans It is recommended that your FireAngel This smoke alarm is suitable for use in mobile smoke alarm is NOT to be fitted in the homes and caravans. following locations: Commercial and Industrial Premises • Bathrooms, shower-rooms, and other very This smoke alarm is not intended for any damp or humid areas, where the moisture non-residential, commercial or industrial can cause unwanted alarms. - Page 7 it over sensitive or impairing smoke entry. 1 METRE DEAD (3 FEET) • In areas where the ambient temperature AIR SPACES is not controlled and may regularly drift below 4° C (40° F) or above 38° C (100° F) e.g. unheated buildings, open attic spaces. • Very dirty, dusty or greasy areas. • In very draughty areas, such as close to ceiling fans or fresh air vents. Draughts can blow smoke away from the alarm. • In insect infested areas. Insects can clog openings to the sensing chamber, preventing smoke entry or causing unwanted alarms. BEST LOCATION (IN CENTRE OF CEILING) • Within 30cm (12”) of a fluorescent light fitting which emits electrical ‘noise’ that can prevent correct alarm operation. 100MM DEAD (4 INCHES) • In wall positions that are more than 30cm AIR SPACES (12”) away from the ceiling (see ‘How to 100MM install your smoke alarm’).
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Page 8: Limitations
European primary fire detection in common areas Standard EN 14604: 2005. Closed doors, used by different residents such as blocks of walls and high ambient noise levels will flats and hotels. The FireAngel smoke alarm reduce this level. Temporary or permanently may not alarm before a fire causes damage, impaired hearing may result in the alarm injury or death, as the smoke may not reach not being heard. Stereos, traffic and other... -
Page 9: How To Install Your Smoke Alarm
In order to maximise your level of safety always test your smoke alarm frequently to ensure it is in full working order. Your FireAngel smoke alarm is only suitable for use in domestic/ residential applications as covered in this manual. It is not suitable for commercial or industrial applications. It is designed to sense smoke and alert you. It will not sense carbon monoxide,... -
Page 10: Install Mounting Plate
Use the fixing slots on the mounting plate 3 Install 9V Battery as a guide when marking the position IMPORTANT: Before installing your of the drill holes. With an appropriately smoke alarm the battery must be sized drill, drill the holes and insert removed from the alarm and the protective the plastic... -
Page 11: Fit Your Smoke Alarm
4 Fit Your FireAngel Smoke Alarm Should your FireAngel smoke alarm enter a The alarm will only lock into place in one low battery condition, the unit will emit an particular position. Position the smoke alarm audible ‘chirp’ once every 40 seconds. When over the mounting plate lining up the central this occurs you must replace the battery vent on the front of the alarm with the ‘X’... -
Page 12: Battery Replacement
BATTERY REPLACEMENT the correct position. If unsure see diagram in “3. Install 9v battery” section (Page 8). IMPORTANT: O nly t he f ollowing b atteries can be used for replacement. Use of a battery other than those recommended below may have a detrimental effect on the detector’s operation. Use of a lithium (long- life) battery could provide power for 10 years under normal operating conditions, meaning there is no need for an annual battery change. Carbon-Zinc type: Eveready Energizer 1222; Gold Peak c Replace the alarm on its mounting plate, 1604S (UL). -
Page 13: Alarm Test
ALARM TEST c The red LED on your alarm will flash rapidly during the audible signal. NOTE: The test button accurately tests the alarm’s smoke sensing circuit, there is no need to test your alarm with smoke. If your smoke alarm fails to give an audible test signal, please refer immediately to the trouble shooting guide at the end of this manual. -
Page 14: Alarm Smart Silence
ALARM SMART SILENCE™ DANGER: If your FireAngel smoke alarm emits the full alarm signal and you are not testing the unit, the smoke alarm is warning you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention. Only use the alarm silence function after making sure that there is no ongoing fire emergency situation. Do not block the vents on the alarm or disable the smoke alarm in any way, as this will remove your protection. In the event of a known false alarm such as cooking fumes your smoke alarm can be silenced in the following way. -
Page 15: Routine Maintenance
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Your FireAngel smoke alarm has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, however in addition to battery maintenance, there are several things you c During the reduced sensitivity reset cycle, must do to keep it working properly. the red LED on your alarm will flash more rapidly than normal, approximately once CAUTION: Your FireAngel smoke alarm every 10 seconds. is a sealed electrical device and no attempt should be made to open the case. -
Page 16: What To Do In Case Of Fire In Your Home
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF WARNING: Your FireAngel smoke alarm may false alarm when it is being cleaned A FIRE IN YOUR HOME using a vacuum cleaner. IMPORTANT: Do not use solvents or • If you have made a family escape plan and cleaners on your FireAngel smoke alarm, practiced it with your family, you have as they may cause damage to the sensor increased their chances of escaping safely. or circuitry. The unit can be wiped with a Go over the following rules with your slightly damp cloth. -
Page 17: Repair
‘Troubleshooting’. If you cannot solve the is safe to do so. problem, please call the Technical Support Line. Contact your local Fire and Rescue Service. They will give you more ideas about how to If your FireAngel smoke alarm is no longer make your home safer from fires and how to under warranty, replace immediately with a plan your family’s escape. comparable FireAngel brand smoke alarm. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Solution Your FireAngel smoke alarm goes into • SI-601 Only: Ionisation alarms can be alarm when first connecting the battery affected by high levels of static. It may be that the false alarm has been caused by this when handling the alarm. Remove static that may have been transferred to the alarm by wiping the front cover with a slightly damp cloth. Your FireAngel smoke alarm does not test • Make sure you have removed the wrapper when installed from the battery before reconnecting. Your FireAngel smoke alarm chirps • Check the location of your smoke alarm intermittently (see ‘Application & Positioning’). • Check that your smoke alarm is definitely the source of chirping; make sure the noise isn’t coming from another alarm (smoke/carbon monoxide/gas/burglar alarm) by process of elimination. • Replace battery. If the battery has been recently fitted and the chirping continues then contact technical support. - Page 19 Your FireAngel smoke alarm activates • Check the location of your smoke alarm when no smoke is visible (see the section on ‘Positioning’). • Clean the smoke alarm (see the section on ‘Routine Maintenance’). • For SI-601 smoke alarm only remove build-up of static electricity by wiping your FireAngel smoke alarm with a slightly damp cloth. • Check battery is correctly fitted, if the battery has been in service for more than 12 months replace battery regardless. You experience frequent unwanted • Check the location of your FireAngel alarms smoke alarm (see the section on ‘Positioning’). • Clean the smoke alarm (see the section on ‘Routine Maintenance’). • SI-601 Only: Remove buildup of static electricity by wiping your smoke alarm with a slightly damp cloth. • If the frequent unwanted alarms continue contact technical support for advice. Your FireAngel smoke alarm does not • Make sure you push the test button firmly sound during testing • If the unit has been silenced and is in low sensitivity mode it may not test. Wait 15 minutes then try again. • Replace battery. If the battery has been recently fitted and the alarm still fails to self test then contact technical support.
- Page 20 If the alarm fails to operate correctly, the If you have any questions about the advice of the manufacturer should be operation of your alarm, please contact the sought FireAngel Technical Support Team between 9am - 5pm Monday – Friday. Telephone: 0800 141 2561 (1-800 523171 in EIRE) or e-mail: technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk You can also visit the support section of our website www.fireangel.co.uk...
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Page 21: Disposal
Please recycle where facilities exist. Check starting in your home. If a fire does start, you with your local authority, retailer or the must increase your chances of escaping. FireAngel Technical Support Line (see page To have a good fire safety program you 18 for contact details) for recycling/disposal must: advice as regional variations apply. 1 Install smoke alarms properly. Carefully The batteries should be removed before follow ALL the instructions in this manual. - Page 22 they are properly installed, away from • Decide on a meeting place a safe any combustible materials. distance from your house. Again, if you have them, make sure that all your • Keep portable heaters and open flames children understand that they should go such as candles away from combustible and wait for you there if there is a fire. materials. • Hold fire drills at least every 6 months to • Do not allow rubbish to accumulate make sure that everyone, including small inside your home as this provides children, know what to do to escape sources for combustion. safely. • Keep a supply of extra batteries on hand • Know where to go to call the Fire and for your battery powered Smoke Alarms. Rescue Service from outside your home. 4 Develop a family escape plan and practice Contact your local Fire and Rescue it with everyone in the household, Sevice. They will give you more ideas including small children if you have them. about how to make your home safer • Draw a floor plan of your home, and find from fires and how to plan your family’s two ways to exit from each room. There escape. should be one way to get out of each bedroom without opening the door, and alternate means of escape from an upper floor in the event of the stairs being blocked (such as a fire escape). • Make sure everyone recognises the smoke alarm signal and knows how to react to it. • If there are small children to consider it is important to explain to them what the smoke alarm signal means. Teach them...
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Page 23: Warranty
5(five) year period commencing from the date years for the SI-601 and SO-601 products. of purchase in the case of the SI-601 and This warranty does not cover the battery, SO-601 Sprue Safety Products Ltd, at its which is considered a user replaceable part. -
Page 24: Returns
EIRE dial 1-800 523171. As we may be able to sounding devices. For more details visit remedy the problem quickly over the phone www.sprue.com (this is to prevent unnecessary returns that take a longer time to process). Alternatively e-mail: technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk If there is a fault that we are unable to resolve then our technical support team member will issue you with a returns authority number so that your product can be returned for testing. To return your FireAngel smoke alarm under warranty, send it suitably packed and with the battery disconnected with postage prepaid; a note indicating the returns... - Page 25 NOTES...
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- Page 28 Technical Support Line 0800 141 2561 UK Textphone users dial 18001 0800 141 2561 EIRE dial 1-800 523171 Email technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk SI-601 www.fireangel.co.uk 0832-CPD-1332 Smoke alarm devices EN 14604:2005 SO-601 0832-CPD-1335 Smoke alarm devices EN 14604:2005 SI-601 A Sprue Safety Products Brand Certificate No.651d/01 SI-601 / SO-601 Sprue Safety Products Ltd.
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