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Ei Electronics Ei450 Instruction Manual

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Alarm Controller
Fire and CO
Model: Ei450
Instruction Manual
Read and retain carefully for as long as the product is being used. It contains vital information on the operation and installation of your Smoke Alarm.
The leaflet should be regarded as part of the product.
If you are just installing the unit, the leaftet must be given to the householder. The leaflet is to be given to any subsequent user.

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  • Page 1 Alarm Controller Fire and CO Model: Ei450 Instruction Manual Read and retain carefully for as long as the product is being used. It contains vital information on the operation and installation of your Smoke Alarm. The leaflet should be regarded as part of the product.
  • Page 2 2. Installation ...................... 3. House Coding ....................4. Operation ....................... 5. System Diagnostics ..................6. Five Year Guarantee ..................7. Troubleshooting the RF link ................8. Limitations of Radio Communications ............9. Technical Specification .................. 10. Getting your Ei450 Serviced .................
  • Page 3 1. Overview Congratulations on purchasing the Ei450 single button alarm controller for RadioLINK Fire and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm systems. The Ei450 tests and controls fire, CO and hybrid (Fire + CO) RadioLINK Alarm systems. Function Description Remote Test All the Alarms can be tested from a centralised location...
  • Page 4 Fire Indicator Low Battery Indicator CO Indicator Light Segments (4) Test / Control Button Segment Colour Activity Function enabled RF signal activity Function complete Fire / CO Alarm Controller...
  • Page 5 The Alarms must be fitted with the appropriate Ei605 series RadioLINK module Ei208 Battery Powered Carbon Monoxide Alarms The Alarms must be fitted with Ei200MRF RadioLINK modules Ei170RF Deaf Alarm Strobe and Vibration Pad For most up to date works with list check webpage www.eielectronics.com/articles/ei450-memory-id-products.html...
  • Page 6 Install the Ei450 mounting plate at an accessible point on the wall 1.4M +/- 200mm from floor level. If it intended for a disabled person to operate the controller, an alternative mounting location should be considered. Also consider security and chose a location where it will not be accidently or otherwise operated.
  • Page 7 All RadioLINK devices, Smoke Alarms, CO Alarms, control switches, etc. in the system must be put into house code. For instructions on how to house code the Ei450 controller, see the “House Code” section of this manual. For instructions on house coding the other devices please refer to their individual manuals.
  • Page 8 It is essential to House Code the Ei450 i-controller to all the other RadioLINK Alarms and devices in the system to ensure they will not communicate with nearby systems. Failure to house code the system may also result in a system malfunction.
  • Page 9 Return to the Ei450 i-controller and check that all 4 segments (ring) are flashing blue. The number of flashes should equal the number of RadioLINK devices in the system. A system with 3 smoke alarms, one CO alarm and the i-controller will result in five blue flashes.
  • Page 10 To manually exit house code press the house code button on the back of the Ei450 switch. When all the segments light up blue, release the button. This unit will then send a “Cancel” signal to all the other RadioLINK devices to exit House code.
  • Page 11 Fire / CO Alarm Controller Check that the RadioLINK system is working by pressing the button on the Ei450 i-controller until the TEST segment lights blue. This indicates a RadioLINK test signal has been activated. All the Alarms in the system will sound for a short period and then stop.
  • Page 12 Sometimes in order to resolve an RF communication issue, e.g. Alarms had to be relocated, it may necessary to reset and house code the system again. To reset the Ei450 i-controller press and hold the house code switch. All segments will flash blue briefly and then go solid.
  • Page 13 4. After repair or servicing of any of the systems elements or household electrical works. Press the button on the Ei450 i-controller until the TEST segment lights up blue. Release the button. All Alarms in the system will sound for a short period and then stop.
  • Page 14 If there is a fire, immediately evacuate the premises and telephone the fire brigade. If the source of the alarm is not obvious go to the Ei450 i-controller and check to see which indicator is illuminated, Fire or CO. premises. Telephone the appropriate authorities to report the incident.
  • Page 15 If you are satisfied there is no fire but the Smoke/Heat Alarm is still continuing to alarm you may now silence the system. Wait until the SILENCE segment is flashing red and then press the button. The SILENCE segment will turn blue, the Alarm(s) will stop sounding and all segments on the controller will flash green Fire / CO Alarm Controller Fire / CO Alarm Controller...
  • Page 16 4. When the FIRE icon stops flashing, the memory recall is complete, the Alarm will stop sounding and the Alarm controller will return to standby with all segments extinguished. 5. The memory is now erased and pressing the button again will perform a normal test. The CO memory feature enables the identification of a CO Alarm that has previously been activated, e.g.
  • Page 17 Alternatively use your smart phone to capture this QR code and download the page immediately. Fire / CO Alarm Controller Remove the Ei450 controller from its cradle. If the unit has been tamper proofed you will need to release the latch with a screwdriver.
  • Page 18 With the Ei450 in your hand press and hold the button. Walk around the house and verify that each Alarm is sounding. When testing is complete release the button and replace the controller in its cradle. If the test fails go to Troubleshooting the RF link section.
  • Page 19 On entering the system diagnostic mode the TEST segment will flash green inviting you to press the button. When you press the button the segment will turn blue and all the Alarms in the system will sound for 2 minutes. Fire / CO Alarm Controller This will allow you to walk around the house and verify that each Fire / CO Alarm Controller...
  • Page 20 This will then locate the Alarm that was previously active and cause it to sound for a number of seconds (depending on the number of RadioLINK devices in the system). Pressing the button again will cause it to sound again. This allows you to walk around the house until you have found the Fire / CO Alarm Controller Fire / CO Alarm Controller...
  • Page 21 that are due to faulty materials or workmanship. This guarantee excludes replaceable batteries. This guarantee only applies to normal conditions of use and service and does not include damage resulting from accident, neglect, misuse, unauthorised dismantling, or contamination howsoever caused. This guarantee excludes incidental and consequential damage. This guarantee does not cover costs associated with the removal and/or installation of units.
  • Page 22 If, when checking the RadioLINK interconnection, some of the Alarms do not respond to the Ei450 remote control test, then: (i) Ensure the Ei450 controller has been activated correctly. Check that the power on procedure operates as described in the installation section.
  • Page 23 However, due to their low transmitting power and limited range (required by regulatory bodies) there are some limitations to be considered: (i) Radio equipment, such as the Ei450 controller, should be tested regularly - at least weekly. This is to determine whether there are sources of interference preventing communication. The radio paths may be disrupted by moving furniture or renovations, and so regular testing will help identify these and other faults, so that they can be rectified (see Section 5).
  • Page 24 The user is encouraged to eliminate the interference by one or more of the following measures: (i) Re-orientate or re-locate the unit. (ii) Increase the distance between the Ei450 and the device being affected. (iii) Consult the supplier or an experienced radio/television technician.
  • Page 25 If your Ei450 fails to work after you have carefully read all the instructions and checked that the unit has been installed correctly contact Customer Assistance at the nearest address given at the end of this leaflet. If it needs to be returned for repair or replacement, slide the switch to the off position, place it in a padded box and send it to “Customer...
  • Page 26 The crossed out wheelie bin symbol that is on your product indicates that this product should not be disposed of via the normal household waste stream. Proper disposal will prevent possible harm to the environment or to human health. When disposing of this product please separate it from other waste streams to ensure that it can be recycled in an environmentally sound manner.
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