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PSA Lifesaver LIF5000 Installation And User Manual

240vac mains powered single station and/or interconnectable (24 units) ionisation smoke alarm. 9v replaceable battery backup . test and hush controland low battery indication.
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1298-7207-05_V1:_
MODEL LIF5000
INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL
LIFESAVER SMOKE ALARM IONISATION DESIGN
240VAC MAINS POWERED SINGLE STATION AND/OR INTERCONNECTABLE
(24 UNITS) IONISATION SMOKE ALARM. 9V REPLACEABLE BATTERY
BACKUP . TEST AND HUSH CONTROL AND LOW BATTERY INDICATION.
IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION.
NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS SMOKEALARM.
WARNING: Disconnecting smoke alarm from mounting base and/or removing the 9V battery
will render this smoke alarm inactive.
SPECIFICATION
ELECTRICAL RATING:
WARNING:
THE SMOKE ALARM USES AN EXTREMELY SMALL AMOUNT OF A
RADIOACTIVE ELEMENT IN THE DUAL IONISATION CHAMBER.
2013.11.15
240VAC 50Hz, 80mA per alarm and interconnectable to
24 alarms.
THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST ONLY BE WIRED TO A
240Vac 50Hz SINE WAVE CURRENT SUPPLY.
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  • Page 1 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 1 MODEL LIF5000 INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL LIFESAVER SMOKE ALARM IONISATION DESIGN 240VAC MAINS POWERED SINGLE STATION AND/OR INTERCONNECTABLE (24 UNITS) IONISATION SMOKE ALARM. 9V REPLACEABLE BATTERY BACKUP . TEST AND HUSH CONTROL AND LOW BATTERY INDICATION. IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 2 CONTENTS RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS ................MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION ......................... AVOID THESE LOCATIONS ..........................FALSE ALARMS ................................HOW TO REMOVE SMOKE ALARM FROM BASE PLATE ..........INSTALLATION ................................OPERATION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE ................BATTERY INSTALLATION, REPLACEMENT AND TEST ..........

  • Page 3: Recommended Locations Of Alarms

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 1 RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS Locate an alarm for each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. Try to monitor the exit path as the bedrooms are usually far- thest from an exit. If more than one sleeping area exit, locate additional alarms in each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity bedrooms.
  • Page 4 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 2 RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS 1.11 When mounting the alarm at the apex of a sloping ceiling it should be located at least 500mm away from the apex but should not exceed 1500mm (see diagram). 1.12 Locate smoke alarm at both ends of a bedroom hallway or large room if the hallway or room is more than 9m long.

  • Page 5: Mobile Home Installation

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 3 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION Modern mobile homes have been designed and insulated to be energy effi- cient. Install smoke alarms as recommended (refer to RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS). In older mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present stan- dards, extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside through poorly insulated walls and roof.

  • Page 6: False Alarms

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 4 AVOID THESE LOCATIONS Avoid dusty areas, dust particles may cause smoke alarm to false alarm or fail to alarm. Use Lifesaver Heat Alarm in this location to avoid false alarms. Avoid very humid areas or near a bathroom, moisture can cause false alarm. Avoid insect-infested areas.

  • Page 7: How To Remove Smoke Alarm From Base Plate

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 5 HOW TO REMOVE SMOKE ALARM FROM BASE PLATE Look for ‘SLIDE TO REMOVE’. Remove Tamper Locking Screw if installed. Push firmly towards arrow until smoke alarm unhinges from base plate. To re-install smoke alarm follow FIGURE 2 procedure 1 to 3. See page 9. INSTALLATION WARNING: THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST BE INSTALLED BY QUALIFIED (LICENSED) ELECTRICIANS ONLY.
  • Page 8 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 6 INSTALLATION 6.1.5 There are five terminals in the supply terminal block, marked 9V, A, SW, N, LOOP. It is important that the alarm be wired correctly to ensure correct opera- tion. Incorrect wiring to the Smoke Alarm will damage the unit and void the warranty.
  • Page 9 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 7 INSTALLATION 6.1.15 Terminals at back of mounting base are marked and coloured as follows: MARKINGS (Yellow) 9Vdc POSITIVE POWER SOURCE (Red) ACTIVE (White) SWITCHWIRE(FOR INTERCONNECTION ONLY) (Blue) NEUTRAL (Orange) LOOP DEAD TERMINAL WARNING: Connecting the Switch wire terminal to any other supply conduc- tor may result in damage to the alarm, failure to operate or shock hazard and void the warranty of the alarm.

  • Page 10: Mounting Instructions

    6.1.19 PSA recommend the smoke alarms to be installed on its own subcircuit to avoid false alarms and nuisance chirping that may be caused by electromag- netic interferences from other electrical equipment.
  • Page 11 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 9 INSTALLATION Australia Patent S/N 2008200075 Australia Patent S/N 2008200075 Figure 1:To remove smoke alarm Figure 2: To connect smoke alarm Slide smoke alarm carefully Place smoke alarm in line with the away from the base plate to base plate.

  • Page 12: Operation, Testing And Maintenance

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 10 INSTALLATION Figure 3: Wall mounting smoke alarm For wall mounting,the connector must be at the bottom. Ensure“ SLIDE TO REMOVE ” arrow on the cover is pointiong upwards (vertical) as shown. OPERATION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE Operation: 7.1.1 The smoke alarm is operational once all wires are properly connected, a fresh...
  • Page 13 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 11 OPERATION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE False Alarm Hush Control Feature: Note: Dense smoke will override Hush control feature and sound a continuous alarm. 7.2.1 This smoke alarm has the capability of being temporarily desensitized for approximately 30 seconds. 7.2.2 The smoke alarm is desensitized by pressing the“...
  • Page 14 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 12 OPERATION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE 7.3 Operating and Alarm Characteristics. Function Recommendation LED Status Green ON Green LED indicate the AC mains Normal power is present. Red FLASHING every Red LED flashes every 30-40 Normal 40 seconds.

  • Page 15: Battery Installation, Replacement And Test

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 13 BATTERY INSTALLATION , REPLACEMENTAND TEST Battery Installation 8.1.1 The smoke alarm uses one 9V battery to automatically provide back-up power to the alarm if AC power fails. The battery will operate the alarm for approximately one to three months with AC power off.

  • Page 16: Battery Test

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 14 BATTERY INSTALLATION , REPLACEMENTAND TEST 8.1.6 USE ONLY BATTERIES SPECIFIED ON THE LABEL . 8.1.7 Fold Red Battery Lever down into compartment with fresh replacement battery. If the Red Battery Lever is not held down in the battery compart- ment by the battery, the smoke alarm will not close and will not be opera- tional.

  • Page 17: Terminal And Remote Test & Hush

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 15 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST & HUSH WARNING: THIS TERMINAL IS NOT ISOLATED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY. 9V TERMINAL This first terminal (Yellow) has a 9Vdc positive output and can be used for the following applications: As an output to operate smoke alarm as an early warning indicator system.
  • Page 18 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 16 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST & HUSH Wiring Instruction Showing Smoke Alarms Interconnected and Used as part of an Early Warning Indicator System CONNECTION TO A MAXIMUM OF 24 SMOKE ALARMS FUSE ON CIRCUIT BREAKER See installation manual for isolation relay RK10A/9...
  • Page 19 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 17 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST & HUSH REMOTE TEST & HUSH PLATE: This alarm has the ability to be connected to a Remote Test & Hush Plate(LIFTHP) (optional accessory, sold separately). The diagram below shows a sample of the wiring connection required for the Remote Test and Hush Plate.
  • Page 20 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 18 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST & HUSH The Remote Test & Hush Plate can be mounted in an easy to reach location to provide convenient access to the Test and Hush functions of your Models 3000, 5000, 5800, 5800RL smoke alarm.

  • Page 21: Repairs And Services

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 19 REPAIRS AND SERVICES 10.1 If the smoke alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Re- turn the unit to your supplier (See warranty for instructions on in-warranty returns). There will be a service charge for repairing units out of warranty. Note: NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
  • Page 22 1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 20 THE LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS 12.5 Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to ensure that the batteries and alarm circuit are in good operating condition. 12.6 Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the alarm. Therefore, smoke alarm may not sense fires starting in chimneys, walls, on roofs, on the other side of a closed door, or on a different floor.

  • Page 23: Operating Principles Of Smoke Alarms

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 21 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS IONISATION CHAMBER: A man-made radio-active element, Americium 241 is used in this design. This element ionises the air round it and as a result, excellent conductivity is possible refer to illus- tration showing ‘Clear Air’).

  • Page 24: Develop And Practice A Plan Of Escape

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 22 OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF SMOKE ALARMS PHOTOELECTRIC CHAMBER: A light transmission source and a photosensitive receiver is used in this design. Light that is transmitted fall upon the receiver. When smoke or dust enters the light path, some of the light is scattered or absorbed.

  • Page 25: What To Do When The Alarm Sounds

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 23 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE 14.5 Practice a fire drill at least every six months including drills at nights. Prac- tice allows you to test your plan before an emergency. You may not be able to reach your children.

  • Page 26: Installer Please Note

    1298-7207-05_V1:_ 2013.11.15 4:42 PM Page 24 INSTALLER PLEASE NOTE 16.1 Before you connect the mains power, check wiring polarity. 16.2 If alarm ‘chirps’ intermittently, this sound is due to the “HUSH®” button having been activated. Allow approximately 30 seconds for the alarm to reset.

  • Page 27: Warranty And Liability

    Authorised Reseller's or Distributor’s invoice / receipt provided to you. PSA Products Pty Ltd will repair or replace the product (at the option of PSA Products) due to any manufacturing defect, at the cost of PSA Products Pty Ltd (excluding any labour costs relating to removal or re-installation of product, and transport costs).
  • Page 28 Please use a date label as a reminder. CAUTION:RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL WHEN THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER REQUIRED DISPOSE BY RETURNING TO PSA PRODUCTS PTY LTD.17 MILLICENT STREET, BURWOOD,VICTORIA3125, AUSTRALIA OR YOUR STATE HEALH DEPARTMENT.
  • Page 29 Tested and Complies to AS3786 AUSTRALIA PATENT S/N 2008200075 AUSTRALIAN ELECTRICAL AUTHORITY - CS8736 Another Quality Product By: PSA Products Pty Ltd 17 Millicent Street, Burwood, Victoria 3125 1300 PSA PRODUCTS(1300 772 776) Fax: (03) 9888 9993 Email:enquiry@psaproducts.com.au Webite:www.psaproducts.com.au 1298-7207-05...

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