OPERATION ALARM TEST INTRODUCTION ALARM SMART SILENCE™ SENSOR TECHNOLOGY ROUTINE MAINTENANCE APPLICATION WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE IN POSITIONING YOUR HOME LIMITATIONS REPAIR HOW TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE TROUBLESHOOTING ALARM 1 Preparation DISPOSAL 2 Install mounting plate 3 Install 9V battery HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME SAFER 4 Fit your smoke alarm WARRANTY...
This user manual covers the following two There are two main types of smoke alarm. The products, FireAngel SI-601 (Ionisation) Smoke SI-601 Standard Smoke Alarm uses an ionisation Alarm and SO-601 Toast Proof (Optical) Smoke type sensor to detect the presence of smoke.
APPLICATION (40°F) and 38°C (100°F). The type of smoke alarm used in each location should be appropriate to the WARNING: Your FireAngel smoke environment. Check the section on ‘Positioning’ to alarm can be installed into a new ensure that the smoke alarm is to be correctly...
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EXISTING HOMES MINIMUM RECOMMENDATIONS BEDROOM HALL BEDROOM RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION NOTE: Kitchens should be covered by a DINING ROOM LOUNGE self contained heat detector. CELLAR...
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This smoke alarm is designed to operate as (Tenancy building, student accommodation) standalone smoke alarm. Your FireAngel smoke alarm can also be used in individual flats and bedsits, providing the same WARNING: This FireAngel smoke conditions are met as for a single-family residence.
• In insect infested areas. Insects can clog openings to the sensing chamber, preventing It is recommended that your FireAngel smoke smoke entry or causing unwanted alarms. alarm is NOT to be fitted in the following...
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• Within 30cm (12”) of a fluorescent light fitting which emits electrical ‘noise’ that can prevent correct alarm operation. • In wall positions that are more than 30cm (12”) away from the ceiling (see ‘How to install your smoke alarm’). •...
For comprehensive Your FireAngel smoke alarm will advise you of a coverage a smoke alarm should also be fitted in low battery condition by emitting an audible ‘chirp’...
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Your FireAngel smoke alarm is only suitable for use This FireAngel smoke alarm has a limited life of 10 in domestic/ residential applications as covered years and should not be considered as a substitute in this manual.
HOW TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE ALARM IMPORTANT: Make sure you have read and understood this manual before installing your smoke alarm. Preparation Attach the mounting plate to a ceiling or wall. 1 Preparation If the alarm is to be mounted on a wall, ensure the mounting plate is aligned correctly.
Install 9V Battery 3 Install 9V Battery IMPORTANT: Before installing your smoke alarm the battery must be removed from the alarm and the protective wrapper on the battery should be removed. The battery should then be refitted. The battery compartment has been designed to prevent the battery being inserted incorrectly.
The backing plate has a safety mechanism which 4 Fit Your FireAngel Smoke Alarm prevents the alarm being installed without a battery. When the battery is inserted this safety mechanism is released meaning that the alarm can be attached to the backing plate.
Alkaline Type you must replace the battery immediately. Your Energizer 522; Duracell MN1604; Duracell 9V FireAngel smoke alarm will continue to warn of this Ultra; Energizer 9V Ultra+; Gold Peak 1604A. low battery condition for at least 7 days, however,...
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unsure see diagram in “3. Install 9v battery” section (Page 12). a Remove the alarm from its mounting plate by turning anti-clockwise c Replace the alarm on its mounting plate, lining up the large central vent on the front of the alarm, with the ‘X’...
ALARM TEST b The unit will emit a loud (85dB at 3 meters) alarm for around 5 seconds and stop automatically. a Press the test button in the centre and c The red LED on your alarm will flash rapidly release.
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NOTE: The test button accurately tests the alarm’s smoke sensing circuit, there is no need to test your alarm with smoke. If your smoke alarm fails to give an audible test signal, please refer immediately to the troubleshooting guide at the end of this manual.
ALARM SMART SILENCE™ very high the alarm silence will be overridden and the alarm will continue to sound. DANGER: If your FireAngel smoke alarm emits the full alarm signal and you are not testing the unit, the smoke alarm is warning you of a potentially dangerous...
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d Your alarm will automatically return to full b Your alarm will silence and enter into sensitivity on completion of the reset cycle a reduced sensitivity reset cycle for and the red LED will revert to flashing once approximately 10 minutes. every 40 seconds.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Your FireAngel smoke alarm has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible and although the unit requires only battery maintenance for its entire life, there are several things you must do to keep it working properly. CAUTION: Your FireAngel smoke alarm is a...
if possible). Take short, shallow breaths. WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF • Keep doors and windows closed. Open them A FIRE IN YOUR HOME only if you have to in order to escape. • Meet at your planned meeting place after •...
If your smoke alarm is not operating properly, see the next section ‘Troubleshooting’. If you cannot solve the problem, please call the Technical Support Line. If your FireAngel smoke alarm is no longer under warranty, replace immediately with a comparable FireAngel brand smoke alarm.
Problem Solution Your FireAngel smoke alarm goes into alarm when • SI-601 Only: Ionisation alarms can be affected by high levels of static. It may be that the false first connecting the battery alarm has been caused by this when handling the alarm.
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• Clean the smoke alarm (see the section on ‘Routine Maintenance’). • For SI-601 smoke alarm only remove build-up of static electricity by wiping your FireAngel smoke alarm with a slightly damp cloth. • Check battery is correctly fitted, if the battery has been in service for more than 12 months replace battery regardless.
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Your FireAngel smoke alarm does not sound during • Make sure you push the test button firmly • If the unit has been silenced and is in low testing sensitivity mode it may not test. Wait 15 minutes then try again.
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISPOSAL OPEN. WARNING: DO NOT BURN. Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority, retailer or contact our techincal support team for recycling/disposal advice as regional variations apply.
• Keep matches and cigarette lighters away HOW TO MAKE YOUR from children. HOME SAFER • Store flammable materials in proper containers. Never use them near an open Installing smoke alarms is only one step in flame or sparks. protecting your family from fires. You must also •...
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should be one way to get out of each make sure that everyone, including small bedroom without opening the door, and children, know what to do to escape safely. alternate means of escape from an upper • Know where to go to call the Fire Brigade floor in the event of the stairs being blocked from outside your home.
5 (five) year period commencing from FireAngel Ltd will not recognise any changes to the date of purchase in the case of the SI-601 this warranty by third parties. and SO-601 FireAngel Ltd, at its discretion, agrees FireAngel Ltd shall not be liable for any incidental to replace the unit free of charge.
To return your FireAngel smoke alarm under RETURNS warranty, send it suitably packed and with the battery disconnected with postage prepaid; a We recommend that you contact the FireAngel note indicating the returns authority number and Technical Support Line in the first instance on...
PRODUCT RANGE FireAngel Ltd. manufacture an extensive range of home safety products including smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers and remote sounding devices. For more details visit www.fireangel.co.uk.
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Certificate No.651d/01 Certificate No.651d/04 to BS EN 14604:2005 to BS EN 14604:2005 BS EN 14604:2005 Technical Support Line 024 7623 6663 (1-800 523171 in Eire) E-mail: technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk Web: www.fireangel.co.uk FireAngel Ltd. The Technocentre, Puma Way, Coventry CV1 2TT UK Ref: SA0414/R3...
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