Checking And Maintaining The Alarm System - Ei Electronics Ei168RC Installation Manual

5. Checking and Maintaining the Alarm System

Switching off Mains for long periods
If the premises are regularly being left without mains power for long periods the
Smoke/Heat Alarms should be removed from the Ei168RC Bases. In addition to this the
rechargeable backup batteries in the Ei168RC must also be switched off in order for them
not to become depleted - see page 25. (This is sometimes done with holiday homes which
are only occupied in the Summer).
The Alarms must be re-attached to the mounting plates when the premises are re-occupied.
(Long term storage (over 1 year) can damage the batteries such that they will not recharge
when the units are re-connected to the mains supply).
Check that the green light is on continuously to indicate
that mains power is present and that the red light flashes
every 40 seconds.
Frequent testing of the system is a requirement to ensure
its continued and safe operation. Guidelines and best
practices for testing are as follows:
1. After the system is installed
2. Once monthly thereafter
3. After prolonged absence from the
dwelling (e.g. after holiday period)
4. After repair or servicing of any of the systems
elements or household electrical works.
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