Lifeline Systems 90-2359 Smoke Alarm User Manual Installation instructions

Lifeline Systems, Inc. Smoke Alarm Installation instructions

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Installation instructions

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4300 Series
Wireless Smoke Alarm
Description
The ESL 560 Series smoke alarm is designed to be used
as a standalone smoke alarm.
Depending on the model, the smoke alarm provides the
following features:
Smoke Alarm/base lock discourages unauthorized
removal of the smoke alarm by requiring a screwdriver
to remove the alarm from the base.
Optional integrated fixed 135°F temperature and
rate of rise heat alarm trips an alarm based on tem-
perature detected.
CleanMe Self-diagnostics (when UL listed with a
transmitter) monitors its own sensitivity and operational
status. If the smoke alarm drifts out of the UL listed
sensitivity range or fails internal diagnostics, it extin-
guishes its LED.
Internal Signal Outputs
When the smoke alarm is listed with a transmitter it
provides the following signals for interfacing:
 Alarm
Alarm restore
Low battery
 CleanMe
Maintenance alert
Selecting a Location
Selecting a suitable location is critical to the operation of
smoke alarms. This equipment should be installed in
accordance with the National Fire Protection
Associations (NFPA) Standard 72. See Figure 2.
A-8-1.2.1.C Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable?
The required number of smoke alarms might not provide
reliable early warning protection for those areas sepa-
rated by a door from the areas protected by the required
smoke alarms. For this reason, it is recommended that
the householder consider the use of additional smoke
alarms for those areas for increased protection. The
additional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining
room, furnace room, utility room, and hallways not
protected by the required smoke alarms. The installation
of smoke alarms in kitchens, attics (finished or unfin-
ished), or garages is not normally recommended, as these
locations occasionally experience conditions that can
result in improper operation.
Important: Regulations pertaining to smoke alarm
installations vary from state to state. For more informa-
tion, contact your local fire department or local authority
having jurisdiction.
ESL 560 Series
3V Standalone Smoke Alarm
Installation Instructions
TV Room
Dining
Room Kitchen Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Living Room
= Required smoke alarms
Dining
Room
Basement
Bedroom Bedroom
Living
Room
= Additional smoke alarms required for new construction
Figure 2 - Smoke Alarm Placement
LED
Test/Silence button
Sounder vent Optional temperature sensor
Figure 1 - Smoke Alarm Features
UL
LISTED
CSFM
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In addition to NFPA 72, use the following location
guidelines to optimize performance and reduce the
chance of false alarms from the alarm:
 Locate ceiling-mounted smoke alarms in the center of
a room or hallway at least 4 inches from any walls or
partitions.
Locate wall-mounted smoke alarms so the top of the
alarm is 4 to 12 inches below the ceiling.
Locate in a suitable environment as follows:
- Temperature between 40°F (4.4°C) and 100°F (37.8°C)
- Humidity between 0 and 95% non-condensing
Locate away from air conditioners, heating registers
and any other ventilation source that may interfere
with smoke entering the alarm.
Mount smoke alarms on a firm permanent surface.
Locate away from large metallic objects when listed
with a transmitter.
Installing the Alarm
1. If you are using the alarm/base lock, remove the two
knockouts on the mounting base. See Figure 3.
2. Slide the battery compartment cover away from the
alarm to unsnap it and lift it off. See Figure 4.
3. Observing proper polarity, insert two 3V lithium
batteries into the alarm battery compartment and
replace the battery compartment cover.
4. Remove the red plastic dust cover from the alarm.
The alarm is shipped with a dust cover for protection
on construction sites with dusty environments.
5. Using the two screws and anchors provided, mount
the base.
6. Attach the alarm to the mounting base as follows:
- Line up the raised tab on the lip of the alarm with
the slot on the lip of the mounting base. See
Figure 4.
- Insert the smoke alarm into the base and turn
clockwise approximately 15 degrees. It should snap
firmly into place.
Important: The alarm cannot be attached to the
mounting base if no batteries are installed.
7. Test the alarm (see Smoke Testing the
Alarm).
Smoke Testing the Smoke Alarm
Smoke alarms should be tested in place annually using
smoke or canned aerosol simulated smoke. Follow the
instructions on the canned smoke or use the following
steps to test the alarm with smoke:
1. Hold a smoldering punk or cotton wick close to the
smoke entry openings.
2. Gently direct the smoke into the alarm for 20 seconds
or until an alarm is indicated.
BE SURE TO PROPERLY EXTINGUISH THE
SMOKE SOURCE AFTER TESTING! The alarm LED
should remain on and the alarm will sound a temporal
rhythm until the Test/Silence button is pressed. The
alarm automatically resets when smoke is no longer
present.
Understanding the Test/Silence Button
The Test/Silence button on the alarm performs three
functions as follows:
Testing = Press the Test/Silence button for 2 seconds.
The alarm performs a sounder test and a sensitivity test.
Silence alarm = Press to silence the sounder during an
alarm. After a few minutes, the sounder and alarm
resume if smoke is still present.
Silence trouble chirp = Press to silence a trouble chirp.
The trouble chirp resumes after 24 hours if the trouble
condition is not corrected.
Knockout
Knockout
Figure 3 - Base Lock Knockouts
Figure 4 - Smoke Alarm-to-Base Alignment
Tab
Slot
Battery
compartment
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Testing the Alarm Sensitivity
The smoke alarm provides a sensitivity level test mode that allows you to check the smoke alarm sensitivity using the
Test/Silence button and the LED indicator on the alarm as follows:
1. Press the Test/Silence button on the smoke alarm for 2 seconds. Once the test starts, the alarm LED flashes one to
nine times.
2. Count the number of times the LED flashes and use the following table to determine the status of the smoke alarm
sensitivity and what action to take, if any.
After the flashes, if the sensitivity is within limits and all other tests pass, the alarm goes into alarm and
resets after 5 seconds.
If the sensitivity is not within limits, or an unserviceable hardware fault has been detected, the smoke alarm LED
extinguishes until the alarm is serviced.
Attaching and Removing the Smoke
Alarm
To remove the smoke alarm from the mounting
base, grasp the alarm and turn it counterclockwise
approximately 15 degrees. The smoke alarm should snap
off of the mounting base.
To remove the alarm from the mounting base when
the alarm/base lock is used, insert a small screwdriver
into the locking tab slot on the side of the base and press
in while simultaneously turning the alarm counterclock-
wise 15 degrees. See Figure 5.
Attach the smoke alarm to its mounting base as
follows:
- Line up the raised tab on the lip of the smoke alarm
with slot on the lip of the mounting base. See
Figure 4.
- Insert the smoke alarm into the base and turn
clockwise approximately 15 degrees. It should snap
firmly into place.
When to Replace the Batteries
The 560 Series smoke alarm requires two 3V lithium A
batteries as listed on the battery compartment cover.
The required batteries are available where other batteries
are sold.
Battery life is a minimum of 1 year and varies depending
on how often the alarm is tested. When the batteries are
low, the alarm extinguishes its LED and chirps every 30
seconds until the batteries are replaced. The sounder
can be silenced for 24 hours by pushing the Test/Silence
button.
Figure 5 - Smoke Alarm/Base Lock
Alarm/base lock
Understanding the LED
The LED on the alarm indicates the status of the alarm
as follows:
FLASHING = Flashes every 9 seconds to indicate
normal operation.
ON = Detects smoke.
OFF = Trouble or maintenance is required.
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Figure 6 - Removing Alarm Cap
Cleaning the Alarm
Clean the alarm cover with a dry or damp (water) cloth as
needed to keep it free from dust and dirt.
When necessary, clean the alarm interior and replace the
smoke chamber as follows:
1. Remove the alarm from its mounting base. See Attach-
ing and Removing the Alarm.
2. Remove the batteries. See Replacing the Batteries.
3. Slide a flat-blade screwdriver in the slot on the alarm
cap and gently push the handle down to pry the cap up
and off. See Figure 6.
4. Press in on the sides of the smoke chamber and pull it
up and away from the alarm and discard. See
Figure 7.
5. Blow out or use a soft-bristled brush to remove dust and
dirt from the smoke chamber base.
6. Line the new smoke chamber up with the smoke
chamber base and snap down into place.
7. Replace the alarm cap as follows:
-Line the cap up with the smoke alarm.
-Insert the cap into the smoke alarm and turn
clockwise approximately 15 degrees. It should
snap firmly into place.
8. Observing the proper polarity, put the batteries back in
the alarm and replace the battery compartment cover.
9. Reattach the alarm to its mounting base. See Attaching
and Removing the Alarm.
10.Test the alarm sensitivity (See Testing the Alarm
Sensitivity).
Smoke
chamber
latch
SQUEEZEHERE
Alarm
cap
Optical base
Smoke
chamber
Indentation
Figure 7 - Alarm Parts
Maintaining the Alarm
The 560 Series smoke alarms are designed for easy field
service and maintenance. When installed and used
properly, they require minimal maintenance.
The smoke alarm should be tested weekly. See Testing
the Alarm Sensitivity and Smoke Testing the Alarm.
When a 560 Series alarm listed with a transmitter
requires maintenance, it extinguishes its LED and
initiates the external signals described in the following
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Replacing the Batteries
Use only 3V lithium A batteries as listed on the battery
compartment cover.
1. Remove the alarm from the mounting base. See
Attaching and Removing the Alarm.
2. Slide the battery compartment cover away from the
alarm to unsnap it and lift it off. See Figure 4.
3. Remove the batteries and dispose of properly.
4. Observing correct polarity, insert two new 3V lithium
batteries into the battery compartment and replace the
cover.
5. Reattach the alarm to the mounting base. See Attach-
ing and Removing the Alarm.
6. Test the alarm (see Smoke Testing the Alarm).
If the 560 alarm is used as a standalone detector, refer to
Testing the Alarm Sensitivity.
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Avoid Fire Hazards
No detection device can protect life in all situations.
Therefore, safeguards should be taken to avoid poten-
tially dangerous situations as follows:
Do not smoke in bed
Do not leave children home alone
Never clean with flammable liquids such as gasoline.
Properly store materials. Use general good house-
keeping techniques to keep your home neat and tidy.
A cluttered basement, attic, or other storage area is
an open invitation to fire.
Use combustible materials and electrical appliances
carefully and only for their intended uses. Do not
overload electrical outlets
Do not store explosive and/or fast burning materials
in your home.
Even after proper precautions have been taken, fires
can start. Be prepared.
In Case of Fire
In the event of a fire, you should do the following:
Leave immediately. Dont stop to pack or search for
valuables.
In heavy smoke, hold your breath and stay low, crawl
if necessary. The clearest air is usually near the floor.
If you have to go through a closed door, carefully feel
the door and door knob to see if undue heat is present.
If they seem cool, brace your foot against the bottom
of the door with your hip against the door and one
hand against the top edge. Open it slightly. If a rush
of hot air is felt, slam the door quickly and latch it.
Unvented fire tends to build up considerable pressure.
Be sure all members of the household realizes and
understands this danger.
Use your neighbors phone or a street fire alarm box
to call the fire department. The job of extinguishing
the fire should be left to the professionals.
Be Prepared
Practice the following steps to prepare you and your
family in the event of a fire:
Perform fire drills regularly. Use them to assure
recognition of an alarm signal.
Draw a floor plan and show two exits from each
room. It is important that children be instructed
carefully, because they tend to hide in times of crisis.
Establish one meeting place outside the home. Insist
that everyone meet there during an alarm. This will
eliminate the tragedy of someone reentering the house
for a missing member who is actually safe.
If you have children and/or physically challenged
people residing in your household, use window decals
to help emergency personnel identify the sleeping
quarters of these individuals.
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Fire Prevention and Escape
The purpose of an early warning smoke alarm is to detect the presence of fire in its early stages and sound an alarm
giving the occupants time to exit the premises safely.
WARNING
Smoke alarms CANNOT provide warnings
for fires resulting from explosions, smoking
in bed or other furniture, ignition of flam-
mable liquids, vapors and gases, children
playing with matches or lighters.
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Limited Warranty
ESL is a brand name of Sentrol. The manufacturer warrants
this smoke alarm (except batteries) to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under conditions of normal use for
a term of 3 years from the date of manufacture.
During the warranty period, if a Sentrol product or any of its
components becomes defective, it will be repaired or replaced
without charge.
Out-of-warranty units will be repaired at the discretion of the
manufacturer, if not, a card will be forwarded to the customer
suggesting a replacement unit and the cost of that unit.
This warranty does not apply to units which have been
subject to abuse, misuse, negligence or accident, or to which
any modifications, alterations or repairs have been made or
attempted.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of the
smoke alarm and may be enforced only by such person.
During the warranty period, if the alarm or any warranted
components thereof becomes defective, at the
manufacturers discretion, it will be replaced or repaired
without charge if returned in accordance with the following
instructions:
Obtain a Return Authorization Number by calling 1-800-648-
7422 or 503-692-4052, then carefully pack it in a well padded
and insulated carton and return, postal charges prepaid to:
Customer Service
Sentrol
12345 SW Leveton Drive
Tualatin, OR 97062-9938
A note should be included advising the nature of the malfunc-
tion. Care must be exercised in the proper packing of alarms
returned under this warranty as Sentrol will not be responsible
for warranty repairs to equipment damaged because of
improper packing.
THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
EXPRESS WARRANTIES, AND IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURA-
TION FOR A PERIOD OF 3 YEARS FROM THE DATE
OF MANUFACTURE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
SHALL MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE TO THE
PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR INCI-
DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
NATURE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGES
TO PROPERTY, AND HOWEVER OCCASIONED,
WHETHER ALLEGED AS RESULTING FROM
BREACH OF WARRANTY BY MANUFACTURER,
THE NEGLIGENCE OF MANUFACTURER OR OTH-
ERWISE. MANUFACTURERS LIABILITY WILL IN
NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE
PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO
THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. UNLESS A LONGER
PERIOD IS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY
ACTION AGAINST MANUFACTURER IN CONNEC-
TION WITH THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST BE
COMMENCED WITHIN ONE YEAR AFTER THE
CAUSE OF ACTION HAS OCCURED.
No agent, employee or representative of the Manufacturer
nor any other person is authorized to modify this warranty in
any respect. Repair or replacement as stated above is the
exclusive remedy of the purchase hereunder. This war-
ranty gives you specific legal rights and you also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
WARNING! LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS
Wireless smoke alarms are very reliable, but may not work
under all conditions. No fire alarm provides total protection
of life or property. Smoke alarms are not a substitute for
life insurance.
Smoke alarms require a source of power to work.
This smoke alarm will not operate and the alarm will not
sound if batteries are dead or not installed properly.
Smoke alarms may not be heard. A sound sleeper or
someone who has taken drugs or alcohol may not may not
awaken if the alarm is installed outside a bedroom. Closed
or partially closed doors and distance can block sound. This
alarm is not designed for the hearing impaired.
Smoke alarms may not always activate and provide
warning early enough. Smoke alarms only activate when
enough smoke reaches the alarm. If a fire starts in a
chimney, wall, roof, on the other side of closed doors, or on
a different level of the property enough smoke may not
reach the alarm for it to alarm.
SMOKE ALARMS ARE A SIGNIFICANT HELP IN
REDUCING LOSS, INJURY AND EVEN DEATH.
HOWEVER, NO MATTER HOW GOOD A DETEC-
TION DEVICE IS, NOTHING WORKS PERFECTLY
UNDER EVERY CIRCUMSTANCE AND WE MUST
WARN YOU THAT YOU CANNOT EXPECT A
SMOKE ALARM TO ENSURE THAT YOU WILL
NEVER SUFFER ANY DAMAGE OR INJURY.
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Sentrol reserves the right
to change specifications
without notice.
©2000 Sentrol
12345 SW Leveton Dr., Tualatin, OR 97062
Tel.: 503.692.4052 Fax: 503.691.7566
http://www.sentrol.com
U.S. & Canada: 800.547.2556
Technical Service: 800.648.7424
FaxBack: 1.800.483.2495
SENTROL
ESL
a product of sentrol
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Specifications
Voltage..............................................................3VDC
Typical average standby current .......................... 25mA
Typical test current.............................................. 2mA
Typical alarm current ......................................... 70mA
Battery life................................................1 year (min)
Battery type ...3V lithium, DuracellÒ DL123A, MN1500
..............SanyoÒ and PanasonicÒ CR123A
..........................Eveready EnergizerÒ E91
Low battery threshold.......... low battery signal at 2.70V
Sounder ........................... 85dB at 10' temporal pattern
Low battery beep rate ...............1 every 30 sec. ± 2 sec.
Sensitivity ............................................... 2.3% ±0.8%
Operating temperature ................40°-100°F (4.4°-37.8°C)
Operating humidity..................... 0-95% non-condensing
Color ..................................................................white
Alarm dimensions ........ 5.5" x 2.3" (14 cm x 5.6 cm)
Base dimensions ........4.88" x 0.38" (12.3 cm x 0.95 cm)
Drift compensation adjustment ................ 0.5%/ft. max.
Heat alarm specifications (T models):
Rate of rise........15°F/min>105°F (8.3°C/min>40.6°C)
Fixed ...........................135°F ± 5°F (57.2°C ± 2.8°C)
Listings ................................................UL 217, CSFM
# of Batteries Sounder
UL Listing Category Heat Type
Series

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