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1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115
MODEL TRFSD240I
INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL
TRADEFORCE 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 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:
THE SMOKE ALARM USES AN EXTREMELY SMALL AMOUNT OF A
RADIOACTIVE ELEMENT IN THE DUAL IONISATION CHAMBER.
Contact 1300 651 066
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.
2012.8.17
protick.com.au
12:13 PM
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  • Page 1 12:13 PM Page 1 MODEL TRFSD240I INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL TRADEFORCE 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.
  • Page 2: Warranty And Liability

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 PM Page 2 page SECTION ..............1. RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS OF ALARMS ......................2. MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION ......................... 3. AVOID THESE LOCATIONS ..............................4. FALSE ALARMS ........5. HOW TO REMOVE SMOKE ALARM FROM BASE PLATE .............................. 6. INSTALLATION 5-10 ............
  • Page 3: Recommended Locations Of Alarms

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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 farthest from an exit. If more than one sleeping area exit, locate additional alarms in each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.
  • Page 4 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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).
  • Page 5: Mobile Home Installation

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 PM Page 3 MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION Modern mobile homes have been designed and insulated to be energy efficient. Install smoke alarms as recommended (refer to Section 1: Recommended locations). In older mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present standards, extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside through poorly insulated walls and roof.
  • Page 6: False Alarms

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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(LIFHA240) 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

    DO NOT connect this smoke alarm on the base plate without the presence of 240V mains power. 6.1.3 This Smoke Alarm can only interconnect with TRADEFORCE TRFSD240I, TRFSD240PE and TRFSD240PERL smoke alarms. Interconnection with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk and void warranty.
  • Page 8 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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 operation. Incorrect wiring to the Smoke Alarm will damage the unit and void the warranty.
  • Page 9 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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) SWITCH WIRE (FOR INTERCONNECTION ONLY) (Blue) NEUTRAL (Orange) LOOP DEAD TERMINAL...
  • Page 10 LIFESAVER Isolation Relay Model RK10A/9. 6.1.16 This Smoke Alarm can be interconnectable only with other TRFSD240I, TRFSD240PE and TRFSD240PERL models of Smoke Alarms; Interconnec- tion with other brands may cause damage or result in a shock or fire risk.
  • Page 11 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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 (TRFSD240I), 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 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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.
  • Page 14 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 PM Page 13 BATTERY INSTALLATION , REPLACEMENT AND 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 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 PM Page 14 BATTERY INSTALLATION , REPLACEMENT AND TEST 8.1.5 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

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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...
  • 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 TRFSD240I AND LIFTHP A SW A SW N...
  • Page 20 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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 smoke alarm.
  • Page 21: Repairs And Services

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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.
  • Page 22 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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.
  • Page 23: Operating Principles Of Smoke Alarms

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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: Develop And Practice A Plan Of Escape

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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

    1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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. Please retain this warranty section and complete the details below. When you claim Warranty for the product.
  • Page 28 1298-7210-03(TRFSD240I)_V3a.qxd:115x115 2012.8.17 12:13 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. N10116 Tested and Complies to AS3786 AUSTRALIA PATENT S/N 2008200075...

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