Bosch Security Systems 0117-06 Fall Detection and Personal Help Button User Manual Y Dept Techwriters Kate s Proj

Bosch Security Systems Inc Fall Detection and Personal Help Button Y Dept Techwriters Kate s Proj

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SEFD1Fall Detection and Personal Help ButtonUser Guide
Page 2 P/N #####B © 2001 Detection Systems, Inc. SEFD1 User GuideDisclaimer Regarding Fall DetectionWarning: The SEFD1 Fall Detection Device assists in automatically detecting conditions where theunit experiences a change in angle combined with a force exceeding a certain G force measurement.This reduces, but does not eliminate the risk, that an individual may experience an event wherethey require emergency assistance but are unable to obtain assistance on their own. There is a riskthat the Fall Alert may not send an emergency signal in the event of a fall or a manual activation resultingin no emergency response despite a true emergency. A false alarm from the Fall Alert system couldsummon emergency help that is not needed and may result in false alarm fines or damage from forcibleentry of emergency personnel into your home.The user recognizes that a properly installed and maintained personal security system may only reducethe risk of events such as burglary, robbery, personal injury and fire. It does not insure or guarantee thatthere will be no death, personal injury and/or damage to property as a result. Detection Systems doesnot claim that the Product may not be compromised and/or circumvented, or that the Product willprevent any death, personal and/or bodily injury and/or damage to property resulting from burglary,robbery, fire or otherwise, or that the Product will in all cases provide adequate warning orprotection.FCC Compliance NoticeThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The user is cautioned thatchanges or modifications to the device not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void theuser’s authority to operate the equipment.
SEFD1 User Guide © 2001 Detection Systems, Inc. Page 3 P/N #####BCalls for Help Even When You CannotThe SEFD1 Fall Detection and Personal Help Button provides assistance that no otherpersonal help button can offer. The pendant alerts your emergency monitoring serviceautomatically when it detects a fall, even if you are able to push the help button on thependant.The SEFD1 is designed to work in and immediately around your home. Thependant must be close enough to the receiver for a help signal to be transmitted.The coverage area of the pendant will vary from one home to another. It isimportant for you to know the effective range of your pendant.The SEFD1 is designed to detect falls that meet certain criteria. It may notdetect every fall, especially slight falls that are generally not disabling. The SEFD1Fall Detection device may also generate a fall alarm when you have not fallen.For example, if the pendant drops on the floor, the device may alert the monitoringcenter that you have fallen.OperationThe SEFD1 pendant transmits three conditions:•Push Button•Fall•Low BatterySafety Instructions for the SEFD11. Please read all instructions carefully2. Test the range of the unit upon installation of the system.3. Test the operation of the unit in connection with the monitoring company’s instructions.4. The unit is not intended to be machine washed or dried.5. Do not open the unit except to replace the batteries. Modifying or tampering with tehcontents of the unit may cause a malfunction or damage to the unit.6. Use only fresh, AAA alkaline batteries.
Page 4 P/N #####B © 2001 Detection Systems, Inc. SEFD1 User GuideHow to Wear the SEFD1The Fall Detection pendant automatically senses the conditions of a fall and sends anemergency alert when a fall occurs. To send an alarm that you have fallen, you mustwear the pendant on your torso in an upright position.Do not wear the pendant on your arm or leg as the device may produce a false alarm orfail to alarm upon a real fall. Wearing the pendant in an incorrect position may cause it tonot function properly.Suggested locations for wearing the SEFD1:•On Your Waist: The SEFD1 can be attached to a belt or the waistband of yourpants. A belt clip is provided, designed to easily attach to a belt.To attach the pendant to a belt, pull the clip away from the device and slip it over thebelt, or turn the device sideways and rotate it to slide it onto the belt (see below).•In a Shirt Pocket: The SEFD1 may be clipped to a shirt pocket. This option worksbest when the device rests on the inside of the pocket with the button facing yourchest.
SEFD1 User Guide © 2001 Detection Systems, Inc. Page 5 P/N #####B•On a Fabrifoam Belt: The SEFD1 can be attached to a fabrifoam belt accessorythat is worn on the inside or outside of your clothing. This belt is purchased separately.•On a Brassiere/Garment Clip: If visibility is an issue, the SEFD1 can be wornunderneath your clothing using a factory-installed, optional brassiere/garment clip.The clip is attached to the front of the device and the belt clip may be removed. Usethe garment clip to attach the device to a brassiere to discreetly wear the pendantwithout compromising your safety or health. This clip may also be used to attach thedevice to a fabrifoam belt with a smaller profile than the belt clip.Battery Life of the SEFD1The SEFD1 battery life is approximately 45 to 60 days. The device is always on and theFall Detection sensor constantly monitors your position while you wear it.Low Battery WarningsWhen the SEFD1 senses that the AAA batteries inside the unit are low, the LED at thetop of the unit flashes once per second until the battery is completely drained.The SEFD1 also sends a low battery signal to the base station which is then sent to themonitoring center. The monitoring center will call you at a convenient time to remind youto replace the batteries.CAUTION: If the SEFD1 is not in rnage of the base station when the battery is low,the low battery signal will not be received and the monitoring centerwill not be notified of the low battery condition.
Page 6 P/N #####B © 2001 Detection Systems, Inc. SEFD1 User GuideInstalling the SEFD1 BatteriesThe SEFD1 requires two (2) AAA alkaline batteries. Always use fresh batteries of therequired size and recommended type, and follow all instructions for properly installingthem.First, remove the battery cover from the side of the unit. Place your finger on the ridgedend of the cover and slide it down.Next, remove and discard the old batteries.Install the fresh batteries, paying close attention to the polarity of the batteries. The backof the unit shows the polarity positions (+ and -) for the batteries.If the batteries are not installed in the correct positions, the unit will not functionproperly.Replace the battery cover. Insert the square end of the cover in the track and slide thecover upward using moderate force. Be sure the cover latches into place.The LED on the front of the unit comes on for approximately ten (10) seconds after thebatteries are installed, indicating that the device has power.Test the operation of the device by pressing the help button. The monitoring center shouldreceive the alert, so be sure to call and report that you were testing the unit after changingthe batteries.Cleaning the SEFD1If the SEFD1 needs cleaning, use a damp cloth to wipe the unit. You may want to turn offthe power to the base station to prevent transmitting a false alarm if you press the helpbutton or drop the unit during cleaning. Be sure to turn the power back on at the basestation after the unit is cleaned.
SEFD1 User Guide © 2001 Detection Systems, Inc. Page 7 P/N #####BTesting the SEFD1 Fall Detection SensorDo NOT test the fall detection sensor yourself if you are at risk for or experienceany of the following:•Broken bones •Osteoporosis•Arthritis •Pain in hands•History of broken bonesPerform the steps below to test the fall detection sensor.1. Place the SEFD1 in the palm of your hand so that the help button is facing up andoutward.2. Hold up your hand with the SEFD1 in it. Your arm should be upright and your palmholding the unit should be directly above your elbow (similar to taking an oath incourt). Keep your arm still for two (2) seconds.3. Hold the palm of your other hand out so that it is parallel to the floor (at a 90° angleto your raised hand).4. Making a chopping motion, bring your raised hand with the unit down into the palmof your other hand to simulate a fall. This should be down with enough force to equalthat of a fall. Leave your raised hand down in the palm of the other, with the unit, forat least two (2) seconds so the sensor can register a fall has occurred.
Detection Systems, Inc. Copyright © 2001 Detection Systems, Inc.130 Perinton Parkway, Fairport, New York, USA 14450-9199 SEFD1 Unser Guide(716) 223-4060 • (800) 289-0096 • Fax: (716) 223-9180 P/N: #####Ar1 5/1/01Frequently Asked QuestionsQuestion Explanation/SolutionThe LED is blinking on and off and willnot stop.The flashing LED indicates thebatteries are low. Replace thebatteries.The unit may have experiencedconditions similar to a fall. Be sure toplace the unit down gently to avoidfalse alarms.The unit alarmed when I took it off andset it down.You may have accidentally pressed thehelp button when removing the unit.Be sure the base station is receivingpower. The green power indicatorshould be on.The unit may be out of range. Test thehelp button from a location closer to thebase station.I press the help button and nothinghappens.The batteries may be dead. Replacethe batteries and test the unit. The LEDon the front of the unit should come onfor 10 seconds if good batteries areinstalled.My pendant got wet and the batteriesare corroded.Replace the batteries.I put new batteries in the unit and theLED is on.The LED comes on for 10 secondsafter fresh batteries are installed. It willturn off automatically.How do I know the fall sensor works? Use the fall detection test procedure totest the unit. Do not try to test the unitby falling down on purpose. Seriousinjury may occur.I dropped the unit on the floor and it didnot alarm. Why not?The unit experiences different forceswhen you fall versus when the unit isdropped. It is programmed to ignore thetypes of shocks produced by droppingthe unit on a counter or floor to reducefalse alarms. The unit may alarm whendropped, depending on the forcesexperienced.If you experience a problem not listed here, please call your Monitoring Centerfor assistance as soon as possible.

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