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1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_
MODEL TRFSD240PE & TRFSD240PERL
INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL
TRADEFORCE SMOKE ALARM PHOTOELECTRIC DESIGN
240VAC MAINS POWERED SINGLE STATION AND/OR INTERCONNECTABLE
(24 UNITS) PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM. 9V REPLACEABLE BATTERY
BACKUP (MODEL TRFSD240PE) OR BUILT-IN RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
BACKUP (MODEL TRFSD240PERL). TEST AND HUSH CONTROL AND LOW
BATTERY INDICATION.
IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION.
NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS SMOKE ALARM.
WARNING: Disconnecting smoke alarm from mounting base and/or removing the 9V battery
will render this smoke alarm inactive.
SPECIFICATION
ELECTRICAL RATING:
WARNING:
THIS PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM CONTAINS NO RADIOACTIVE
MATERIALS
Contact 1300 651 066
2013.5.15
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.
5:25 PM
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  • Page 1 TRADEFORCE SMOKE ALARM PHOTOELECTRIC DESIGN 240VAC MAINS POWERED SINGLE STATION AND/OR INTERCONNECTABLE (24 UNITS) PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM. 9V REPLACEABLE BATTERY BACKUP (MODEL TRFSD240PE) OR BUILT-IN RECHARGEABLE BATTERY BACKUP (MODEL TRFSD240PERL). TEST AND HUSH CONTROL AND LOW BATTERY INDICATION. IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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 1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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

    Do not locate your alarm in the garage - products of combustion are present when you start your automobile. Use Tradeforce Heat Alarm in this location. Do not locate your alarm in front of forced air supply ducts used for heating and air conditioning and other high air flow areas.

  • Page 6: False Alarms

    Avoid dusty areas, dust particles may cause smoke alarm to false alarm or fail to alarm. Use Tradeforce Heat Alarm in this location to avoid false alarms. Avoid very humid areas or near a bathroom, moisture can cause false alarm.

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

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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 Page 6 INSTALLATION 6.1.3 This Smoke Alarm can only interconnect with TRADEFORCE Model TRFSD240I, TRFSD240PE, TRFSD240PERL Smoke Alarms; Heat Alarm model HA240 and visual Signaling Device model SL240 and isolation relay model RK10A/9. Interconnection with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk and void warranty.
  • Page 9 1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 PM Page 7 INSTALLATION 6.1.14 Smoke alarms should be interconnected only within the confines of a single family living unit. If smoke alarms are interconnected between different units, there may be excessive nuisance alarms. Residents may not be aware that smoke alarms are being tested or that it is a nuisance alarm caused by cooking, etc.
  • Page 10 Isolation Relay Model RK10A/9. 6.1.16 This Smoke Alarm can be interconnectable only with other TRADEFORCE models of Smoke Alarms; whether it be of Ionisation or Photoelectric design. Interconnection with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk.
  • Page 11 1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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

    Operation: 7.1.1 The smoke alarm is operational once all wires are properly connected, a fresh battery is installed (TRFSD240PE), The smoke alarm is correctly installed on the mounting base and the alarm has been tested. 7.1.2 There are two LED indicators. Each of them has a unique function: 7.1.3...
  • Page 13 1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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 5 minutes. 7.2.2 The smoke alarm is desensitized by pressing the“...
  • Page 14 Indicate smoke alarm has activated and is in alarm mode. (For activated. The Red LED will be off after the alarm stops. TRFSD240PE) Alarm mode Red light is SOLID. Smoke Indicate smoke alarm has activated and is in alarm mode.

  • Page 15: Battery Installation, Replacement And Test

    5:25 PM Page 13 BATTERY INSTALLATION , REPLACEMENT AND TEST Battery Installation for TRFSD240PE 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 1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 PM Page 14 BATTERY INSTALLATION , REPLACEMENT AND 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

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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 1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 PM Page 16 9V TERMINAL AND REMOTE TEST & HUSH The use of an unsuitable relay and base could also lead to an electric shock risk. The wiring between the Smoke Alarm and the relay must be installed in accordance with the relevant requirements of the SAA Wiring Rules, AS3000, for low voltage (240V) conductors.
  • Page 19 LIFTHP, a Remote Test & Hush card (LIFTHC) is required for each alarm in the interconnected system. See the owners manuals for the LIFTHP and LIFTHC for complete operation and instructions. THE WIRING BETWEEN TRFSD240PE AND LIFTHP A SW N A SW...
  • Page 20 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 TRFSD240I, TRFSD240PE, TRFSD240PERL smoke alarm. Connection diagram between smoke alarm and Remote Test & Hush Plate Smoke alarm with Remote Test &...

  • Page 21: Repairs And Services

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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 1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 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 10 minutes for the alarm to reset.

  • Page 27: Warranty And Liability

    1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 PM Page 26 Warranty Form Please retain this warranty section and complete the details below. When you claim Warranty for the product. Please present this section together with the faulty product. Otherwise, Please retain this warranty section and complete the details below. When you claim Warranty for the product.
  • Page 28 1398-7210-01_v1.qxd:_ 2013.5.15 5:25 PM Page 27 THIS SMOKE ALARM HAS BEEN TESTED AND COMPLIES TO AS3786 DEAR ELECTRICIAN: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS SMOKE ALARM. 1398-7210-01...

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