RED R9 Installation Instructions

SMOKE ALARM R9
Photoelectric Smoke Alarm with 9V Battery & Test Button
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE NOTE: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS SMOKE ALARM.
IMPORTANT: This manual contains important information about the installation and operation of your smoke alarm. Please read carefully before
installation and keep for future reference. Please ensure that this leaflet remains in the household where the alarm is installed.
WARNING: This smoke alarm is designed to alert you to the presence of smoke. It cannot prevent a fire. There are hazards involved which smoke
alarms may not be effective against, such as smoking in bed, explosions, etc. The ultimate responsibility for fire protection rests with you, this
responsibility includes escape planning, safety checks and an effective warning system. In case of fire, a well-placed, properly looked after smoke
alarm may provide a few vital seconds so that you can escape and call the fire brigade.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
1. The battery must be operational for correct alarm function. To test the
battery, press the test button on this smoke alarm.
2. The test button accurately tests all smoke alarm functions. DO NOT
use any other test method.
3. DO NOT remove or disconnect battery to silence unwanted alarms, this
will remove your protection. Press hush button or open windows to
ventilate the smoke alarm to silence it.
4. This smoke alarm is designed to be used
buildings with several dwellings/units, each
have its own smoke alarms. DO NOT install in non-residential buildings.
5. Install a smoke alarm on every level of the home.
6. Smoke alarms can only sound their alarms when they detect smoke. Smoke
alarms detect combustion particles in the air. They do not sense heat, flame
smoke
or gas. This alarm is designed to give an audible warning of a
; however, many
developing fire
intentional, others
are caused by carelessness or safety hazards. Smoke
may not reach the smoke alarm quickly enough to ensure safe escape.
7. Smoke alarms have limitations, this smoke alarm is not foolproof and is
not warranted to protect lives or property from fire. Smoke alarms are
not a substitute for insurance and homeowners and renters should
insure their lives and property. In addition, it is possible for the smoke
alarm to fail at any time, for this reason, you must test the smoke alarm
weekly and replace every 10 years.

Locating and Positioning of Smoke Alarms:

This smoke alarm is a single station photoelectric alarm and should NOT be connected
to other smoke alarms.
If your dwelling is on a single storey, for minimum protection you should fit an alarm in
the hallway between the living areas (incl. Kitchens) and sleeping areas. Place it as
near to the living areas as possible and ensure the alarm is audible when the
bedrooms are occupied.
If your dwelling is multi-storey, for minimum protection one alarm should be fitted at
the bottom of the staircase with further alarms fitted on each upstairs landing. This
includes basements but excludes crawl spaces and unfinished attics.
NOTE: For maximum protection, an alarm should be fitted in every room (except
kitchen, bathroom, and garage).
DO NOT FIT AN ALARM IN THE KITCHEN or BATHROOM, as cooking fumes or steam
may trigger the alarm.
DO NOT FIT ALARM IN A GARAGE, as exhaust fumes are likely to set it off.
APEX OF
SLOPING
500mm
min
1500mm
CEILING
min
500mm
max
DEAD
AIR SPACE
BEST BEST
HERE HERE
Figure 3ii
HEAT & SMOKE
FROM FIRE

Specifications:

Main Power Source
9V Battery
Type A Photoelectric smoke alarm
Sensing Type
- contains NO radioactive material
Sensitivity to smoke 0.08-0.2db/m
Operation Current <20mA operation (In Alarm)
0°C to 40°C
Temperature Range
Humidity Range
10% to 90%
85dB at three metres minimum
Sound Level Alarm
Audible signal pattern (ISO 8201)
Condition Visual
Red LED for warning and low
Indicators
battery indication
Approval
AS 3786:2014, UL S36341
inside a single dwelling
individual living unit should
fires are fast burning, explosive or
CEILING / WALL JUNCTION
300mm min
CEILING
DEAD AIR
SPACE
HEAT &
SMOKE
FROM
FIRE
BEST
HERE NEVER
HERE
ACCEPTABLE HERE
Figure 3i
SIDE WALL

Installation of Smoke Alarms:

From the back of the smoke alarm,
1
.
remove the mounting plate by turning
it counter clockwise.
2. Secure plate to ceiling or wall
with mounting screws
appropriate to the surface on
only. In
which the unit is to be mounted.
3.
Connect new 9-volt battery to battery
connector inside battery pocket. Be
sure battery is securely connected.
The red LED may blink briefly when
battery is installed.
4. Position smoke alarm to
mounting plate and turn
clockwise to lock into place.
5 . Push test button to test smoke
alarm. See OPERATION, TESTING
Ceiling Mounting
As hot smoke rises and spread out, it is advisable to mount on a ceiling in a central position.
Avoid areas where there is no air circulation. E.g., Corners of rooms and keep away from
items which may prevent the free flow of air. Place the unit at least 300mm from and light
fitting or decorative object which might obstruct smoke / heat entering the alarm. Keep at
least 300mm away from walls. See Figure 3i
Wall Mounting
Do not mount tight into the corners. Put the top edge of your smoke alarm
300mm below the ceiling. Keep at least 300mm from room corners. See Figure 3i
On a Sloping Ceiling
In areas with sloping or peaked ceilings install your Smoke Alarm 900mm from the highest
point measured horizontally because "dead air" at the apex may prevent smoke from
reaching the unit. See Figure 3ii.
SINGLE-STOREY RESIDENCE, APARTMENT, MOBILE HOME
BEDROOM
W/C
BEDROOM
KITCHEN
Smoke alarms for minimum protection.
Smoke alarms for additional protection.
SMOKE ALARMS

Features:

• DC operated photoelectric type smoke alarm
• Photoelectric sensor for slow
smouldering fires
• Test & Hush button
• Environmentally friendly non-radioactive
technology High and stable sensitivity
• Quick fix mounting bracket for easy installa
• Extra loud alarm sound over 85 dB
• Low-battery and battery missing
warning indicators
• Auto reset when smoke clears
Mounting
Plate
Screw
9V Battery
Alarm Unit
Turn counter clockwise to
tuninstall and deactivate
BATH
LOUNGE ROOM
BED HALL
ROOM
KITCHEN
BEDROOM
DINING
BASEMENT
Smoke alarms with hush features recommended
for additional protection
tion
MULTI-STOREY RESIDENCE
BED
ROOM
LIVING
ROOM