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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction Indication summary Quick start guide Location and positioning Positioning the smoke alarm Installation Hush mode Visit smoke alarm Test and maintenance BE1287 Power supply monitoring Fire safety advice Alarm limitations RF module features Troubleshooting Technical specifications Warranty conditions... - Page 4 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing this Visit smoke alarm (BE1287) which is an important part of the Visit alerting system from Bellman & Symfon. Read and keep this user manual for as long as the product is being used. It contains vital information on the operation and installation of your smoke alarm.
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Page 5: Indication Summary
Indication summary Please note The indications below is only for the smoke alarm. For the indications for the Red LED Visit receivers, please refer to the instruc- tion manual for the Visit receiver you use. Test/hush button Horn Smoke alarm Smoke alarm Horn / sounder Red LED... -
Page 6: Quick Start Guide
Quick start guide 1 Mount the mounting plate Twist the mounting bracket anti-clockwise from the smoke alarm and take off baseplate. Fix the mounting bracket to the ceiling using a screwdriver. The smoke alarm should be mounted at least 10cm (4”) from walls and obstruction, ideally centrally in the room/area. - Page 7 Battery connectors Base 3 Attach the unit Place the smoke alarm unit on top of the baseplate and twist it clockwise to attach it. Extend the antenna so that it points down. 4 Test the alarm A Press and hold the smoke alarm test button. The smoke alarm will alarm and blink continuously until the button released.
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Page 8: Location And Positioning
Location and positioning Locating your smoke alarm For maximum protection we strongly recommend that you install a smoke alarm in every room (except bathrooms and kitchens). Research indicates that substantial increase in warning time can be obtained with each properly installed additional smoke alarm. - Page 9 Single storey dwellings with more than one sleeping area (see figure 2) should Kitchen/Dining/Living have an alarm located outside each area. If a hallway is longer than 12 meters, Bedroom one alarm will not be sufficient. A smoke alarm should be located at each end. Bedroom Bedroom Bedroom...
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Page 10: Positioning The Smoke Alarm
building Positioning the smoke alarm Once the most suitable location has been found, the smoke alarm must be positioned where it will be most effective. A central ceiling position is the most suitable for the alarm as smoke rises and spreads out. If this is not possible, the alarm can be mounted on the wall. - Page 11 Locations to avoid DON’T place smoke alarms in any of the following areas: 1. Bathrooms, damp or humid or dripping or splashing area, garages and any rooms where the alarm may be triggered by local conditions, i.e. steam or condensation in a bathroom, smoke from cooking appliances, and fumes from vehicles.
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Page 12: Installation
Installation Installation procedure 1 Select a location complying with the advice in the Location and positioning section. 2 Remove the mounting bracket from the smoke alarm by twisting it in an anti-clock- wise direction, see Figure 6. 3 Place the mounting bracket on the ceiling exactly where you want to mount the smoke alarm. - Page 13 Hush mode The smoke alarms have a combined test/hush button to help you control nuisance/ false alarms. It is recommended for caravans, workshops, near kitchens and bathrooms - area where local conditions may cause false alarm. If, when the alarm sounds, even there is no sign of smoke or noise to indicate that there is a fire, it should be assumed that it is due to an actual fire and the dwelling should be evacuated immediately.
- Page 14 Test and maintenance Your smoke alarm is a life saving device and should be checked periodically. Regularly check that the red light on the smoke alarm blinks approximately every 45s to show the units are powered. Replace the battery if there is a beep while blinking.
- Page 15 WARNING: Do not paint your smoke alarm. Other than the maintenance and cleaning described in this leaflet, no other customer servicing of this product is required. Repairs, when needed, must be performed by the manufacturer. Dust and insect contamination All smoke alarms and particularly the optical (photoelectric) type are prone to dust and insect ingress which can cause false alarms.
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Page 16: Power Supply Monitoring
Power supply monitoring What to do when an alarm is beeping: If a smoke alarm is beeping about every 45s with the red light blinking at the same time, replace the battery. Battery replacement When the battery power is low and replacement is necessary, a warning signal will be given - the smoke alarm will “beep”... -
Page 17: Fire Safety Advice
Fire safety advice When using household protective devices, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including those listed below. Please read all instructions. Rehearse emergency escape plans so everyone at home knows what to do in case the alarm sounds. ... - Page 18 Do not overload electrical circuits. Keep matches away from children. Never smoke in bed. In rooms where you do smoke, always check under cushions for smoldering cigarettes and ashes. Service central heating systems regularly. Be sure all electrical appliances and tools have a recognized approval label. This device cannot protect all persons at all times.
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Page 19: Alarm Limitations
Alarm limitations Limitations of smoke alarms Smoke alarm are designed to provide the earliest possible warning of a fire, and can provide valuable time to escape. They do, however, have limitations. They will not work without power, i.e. if the alarm does not contain a battery, the wrong type of battery has been used, the battery has been installed incorrectly, or the battery is simply dead, the smoke alarm will not function. -
Page 20: Rf Module Features
Visit receiver is found in the product’s user manual. Radio channel / Radio key The smoke alarm transmitter BE1287 transmits on a fixed radio channel. No matter what channel / radio key a Visit receiver is programmed to, it will response to a signal from smoke alarm as long as they are within the transmission range. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Most problems with the smoke alarm can be solved quickly by following the advice in this chapter. For additional information, visit our webpage. Try this The alarm sounds Check for fumes, steam, etc. from the kitchen for no apparent or bathroom. -
Page 22: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications Power supply DC 9V battery (replaceable) Test/hush button Silences smoke alarm for 10 minutes Sensor type Optical Operating temperature 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) Maximum relative humidity 90% Audible alarm 85dB(A) at 3m (10ft) RF interconnect RF module, separate PCB mounted in the detector Radio frequency 433.92 MHz Radio coverage... -
Page 23: Warranty Conditions
Warranty conditions Bellman & Symfon guarantees this smoke alarm (excluding the battery) for two (2) years from date of purchase against any defects that are due to faulty materials or workmanship. This guarantee only applies to normal conditions of use and service, and does not include damage resulting from accident, neglect, misuse, unauthorized dismantling, or contamination howsoever caused. - Page 24 DESIGN FOR EARS ™...