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Page 1: Smoke Alarm
LSI-601 / LSO-601 User Manual Smoke Alarm Standard / Toast Proof with Ultra Bright Escape Light... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
OPERATION BATTERY REPLACEMENT INTRODUCTION ALARM TEST BLUESCAPE™ ULTRA BRIGHT TECHNOLOGY ALARM SMART SILENCE™ SENSOR TECHNOLOGY ROUTINE MAINTENANCE APPLICATION WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE IN YOUR HOME POSITIONING REPAIR LIMITATIONS TROUBLESHOOTING HOW TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE ALARM DISPOSAL 1 Preparation 2 Install mounting plate HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME SAFER 3 Install 9V battery... -
Page 3: Introduction
BRIGHT TECHNOLOGY Congratulations! You’ve made a wise investment in an innovative product and your personal safety. The FireAngel smoke alarms covered by this manual form part of a new generation of domestic life safety products from FireAngel Limited. The FireAngel range of products is constantly being improved and expanded. -
Page 4: Sensor Technology
APPLICATION WARNING: Your FireAngel smoke There are two main types of smoke alarm. The LSI-601 Standard Smoke Alarm uses an ionisation alarm can be installed into a new type sensor to detect the presence of smoke. build property as additional protection to Ionisation type smoke alarms are generally more an existing smoke detection system only. - Page 5 where the temperature is normally between 4°C (40°F) and 38°C (100°F). The type of smoke alarm used in each location should be appropriate to the environment. Check the section on ‘Positioning’ to ensure that the smoke alarm is to be correctly positioned for the particular dwelling into which it BEDROOM HALL...
- Page 6 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.
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Page 7: Positioning
POSITIONING Ionisation type smoke alarms are generally Optical (Toast Proof) smoke alarms are more effective at detecting fast, flaming fires which less prone to false alarms from cooking fumes and consume combustable materials rapidly and are therefore suitable for locations near kitchens. spread fire quickly. - Page 8 It is recommended that your FireAngel smoke alarm is NOT fitted in the following locations: • Directly above the cot or bed of an infant • In very draughty areas, such as close to ceiling under 12 months old. fans or fresh air vents. Draughts can blow •...
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Page 9: Limitations
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’... - Page 10 WARNING: The Smoke alarm is not suitable for alerting hearing impaired residents. We recommend that specially designed warning systems be installed that will alert hearing impaired residents - see www.fireangel.co.uk for our range of Wi-Safe products for the hearing impaired. WARNING: The smoke alarm accompanying this manual employs the latest technology and is independently tested as being compliant with all the relevant British Standards.
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Page 11: How To Install Your Smoke Alarm
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. -
Page 12: Install Mounting Plate
Install Mounting Plate Fit the mounting plate to the ceiling or wall using the screws provided. 2 Install Mounting Plate... -
Page 13: Install 9V Battery
Install 9V Battery 3 Install 9V Battery IMPORTANT: Before installing your smoke alarm the battery must be removed from the alarm and the protective ribbon covering the terminals 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. -
Page 14: Fit Your Smoke Alarm
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. -
Page 15: Operation
Lithium (long life) type you must replace the battery immediately. Your Ultralife U9VL. FireAngel smoke alarm will continue to warn of this low battery condition for at least 7 days, however, failure to change the battery after this time would mean your smoke alarm may have insufficient power to alert you in a real fire situation. - Page 16 unsure see diagram in section 3 ‘Install 9v battery’ on 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’...
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Page 17: Alarm Test
a Press the test button in the centre and ALARM TEST release. b The unit will emit a loud (85dB at 3 meters) alarm and shortly afterwards the escape light will illuminate. The test procedure will last for approximately 5 seconds and stop automatically. - Page 18 Single red LED flashes Alarm sounds Escape Light illuminates WARNING: As with any bright light, do not look directly into the Escape Light.
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Page 19: Alarm Smart Silence
ALARM SMART SILENCE™ is very high the alarm silence will be overridden, meaning the alarm will continue to sound and the DANGER: If your FireAngel smoke Escape Light will continue to illuminate. alarm emits the full alarm signal and you are not testing the unit, the smoke alarm... - Page 20 b The alarm will enter into a reduced sensitivity d Your alarm will automatically return to full reset cycle for approximately 10 minutes. sensitivity on completion of the reset cycle and the red LED will revert to flashing once every 40 seconds. DANGER: Never ignore any alarm.
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Page 21: Routine Maintenance
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Your FireAngel smoke alarm has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, however in addition to battery maintenance, there are several things you must do to keep it working properly. CAUTION: Your FireAngel smoke alarm is a sealed electrical device and no attempt should be made to open the case. -
Page 22: What To Do In Case Of Fire In Your Home
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 •... -
Page 23: Repair
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. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
• If the alarm continues, then for the LSI-601 Only: Ionisation alarms can be affected by high levels of static. It may be that the false alarm has been caused by this when handling the alarm. - Page 25 • Clean the smoke alarm (see the section on ‘Routine Maintenance’). • For LSI-601 smoke alarm only remove build-up of static electricity by wiping the front cover of the 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.
- Page 26 If the alarm fails to operate If you have any questions about the operation of your alarm, please contact the FireAngel Technical Support Team between 9am - 5pm correctly, the advice of the Monday – Friday. Telephone: 024 7623 6663...
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Page 27: Disposal
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. -
Page 28: How To Make Your Home Safer
• 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 •... - Page 29 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.
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Page 30: Warranty
5 (five) year period commencing from this warranty by third parties. the date of purchase in the case of the LSI-601 and FireAngel Ltd shall not be liable for any incidental LSO-601 FireAngel Ltd, at its discretion, agrees to or consequential damages caused by the breach replace the unit free of charge. -
Page 31: Returns
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 024... -
Page 32: Product Range
PRODUCT RANGE FireAngel Ltd. manufacture an extensive range of home safety products including smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers and remote warning devices. For more details visit www.fireangel.co.uk. - Page 33 NOTES Ref: GN0094/R2...
- Page 34 Independently tested to conform to 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: GN0094/R2...
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