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Systems using more than 3 or 4 alarms must be very
carefully planned to ensure nuisance alarms are not
excessive, e.g. from cooking or weekly testing.
Smoke Alarm Locator Switch (Ei159) should be incorporated
into the system and be readily accessible to all occupants
so that the source of an alarm can be quickly identified. (see
Accessory section).
All Alarms must be cleaned and maintained regularly.
A competent person must be on call to quickly remove any
faulty alarms (i.e. units with red light flashing), which are
causing all alarms to sound.
INSTALLING SMOKE/HEAT ALARMS
The Alarm is designed to be permanently mounted , using
it's own built-in terminal blocks to connect it to the panel.
The mounting plate can be screwed directly to the ceiling
after connecting the wires.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTION: Do not install the actual
alarm head itself in new or renovated buildings until all
work is completed (including floor coverings) and the
building has been fully cleaned. The wiring can be
installed when appropriate. (Excessive dust and debris
from building work can contaminate the smoke
chamber or heat sensor and cause problems, it will
also invalidate the guarantee). If it must be installed,
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