Risco WT30V2 Smoke Detector User Manual B

Risco Ltd. Smoke Detector B

Users Manual

1NovaTM 30 Wireless SupervisedPhotoelectric Smoke DetectorInstallation InstructionsGENERAL DESCRIPTIONNova 30 is a battery-powered photoelectric smokedetector with a built-in supervised wireless transmitter.When sufficient smoke is detected or the test feature isoperated, the detector will sound its alarm horn and thetransmitter will send an ALARM message. If the alarmcondition remains, the message will be repeated 2 ormore times (with 65 second intervals). The Alarmoutput in the receiver will remain activated until thealarm condition is cleared.The smoke alarm provides the following features:Smoke Alarm/base lock discourages unauthorizedremoval of the smoke alarm by requiring a screwdriverto remove the alarm from the base.CleanMe™ Self-diagnostics monitors its ownsensitivity and operational status. If the smoke alarmsdrifts out of the sensitivity range or fails internaldiagnostics, it extinguishes its LEDInternal Signal OutputsThe smoke alarm provides the following signals forinterfacing:• Alarm• Alarm restore• Low battery• Maintenance alert (Visible only)Selecting a LocationSelecting a suitable location is critical to the operation ofsmoke alarms. This equipment should be installed inaccordance 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 providereliable early warning protection for those areas separatedby a door from the areas protected by the required smokealarms. For this reason, it is recommended that thehouseholder consider the use of additional smoke alarmsfor those areas for increased protection. The additionalareas include the basement, bedrooms, diningroom, furnace room, utility room, and hallways notprotected by the required smoke alarms. The installation ofsmoke alarms in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), orgarages is not normally recommended, as these locationsoccasionally experience conditions that can result inimproper operation.Important: Regulations pertaining to smoke alarminstallations vary from state to state. For more information,contact your local fire department or local authority havingjurisdiction.
2In addition to NFPA 72, use the following locationguidelines to optimize performance and reduce thechance of false alarms from the alarm:• Locate ceiling-mounted smoke alarms in the center of a room or hallway at least 4 inches from anywalls or partitions.• Locate wall-mounted smoke alarms so the top ofthe alarm is 4 to 12 inches below the ceiling.• Locate in a suitable environment as follows:− Temperature between 40ºF (4.4ºC) and 100ºF(37.8ºC))− Humidity between 0 and 95% non-condensing• Locate away from air conditioners, heatingregisters and any other ventilation source that mayinterfere with smoke entering the alarm.• Mount smoke alarms on a firm permanent surface.• Locate away from large metallic objects when listedwith a transmitter.Installing the Alarm1. If you are using the alarm/base lock, remove thetwo knockouts on the mounting base. See Figure 3. 2. Slide the battery compartment cover away from thealarm to unsnap it and lift it off. See Figure 4. 3. Follow the write mode procedure as described inthe receiver installation of the operational manual. 4. Observing proper polarity, insert two 3V lithiumbatteries into the alarm battery compartment andreplace the battery compartment cover. 5. Write message will be sent automatically 10 seconds after installing the batteries. ∗ 6. Remove the red plastic dust cover from the alarm.The alarm is shipped with a dust cover forprotection on construction sites with dustyenvironments. 7. Using the two screws and anchors provided,mount the base 8. Attach the alarm to the mounting base as follows:− Line up the raised tab on the lip of the alarmwith the slot on lip of the mounting base. Seefigure. 4− Insert the smoke alarm into the base andturn clockwise approximately 15 degrees. Itshould snap firmly into place.Important: the alarm cannot be attached to themounting base if no batteries are installed.9. Test the alarm (see Smoke Testing the Alarm).Smoke Testing the Smoke AlarmSmoke alarms should be tested in place annually usingsmoke or canned aerosol simulated smoke. Follow the ∗ To generate an additional right mode message,disconnect the batteries for 30 seconds and thenreconnect them.instructions on the canned smoke or use the followingsteps to test the alarm with smoke:1. Hold a smoldering punk or cotton wick close tothe smoke entry openings.2. Gently direct the smoke into the alarm for 20seconds or until an alarm is indicated.BE SURE TO PROPERLY EXTINGUISH THESMOKE SOURCE AFTER TESTING! The alarmLED should remain on and the alarm will sound atemporal rhythm until the Test/Silence button ispressed. The alarm automatically resets when smoke isno longer present.Understanding the Test/SilenceButtonThe Test/Silence button on the alarm performs threefunctions as follows:Testing = Press the Test/Silence button for 2 seconds.The alarm performs a sounder test and a sensitivitytest.Silence alarm = Press to silence the sounder duringan alarm. After a few minutes, the sounder and alarmresume if smoke is still present.Silence trouble chirp = Press to silence a troublechirp. The trouble chirp resumes after 24 hours if thetrouble condition is not corrected.
3Testing the Alarm SensitivityThe smoke alarm provides a sensitivity level test mode that allows you to check the smoke alarms sensitivity using theTest/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 tonine times.2. Count the number of times the LED flashes and use the following table to determine the status of the smokesensitivity and what action to take, if any.Flashes Obscuration%/ft (approx) Indication Action1N/A Unserviceable hardwarefault detected. Reset unit and rerun sensitivity test. If the error persists,replace the unit.2, 3 N/A Detector is not sensitiveenough. Clean the unit. Reset unit and run sensitivity test. If the errorpersists, replace the unit43.152.662.171.6Detector is withinnormal sensitivity range. N/A8, 9 N/A Detector is too sensitive. Verify that the smoke chambers is snapped down securely.Clean the unit and replace the smoke chamber.After the flashes, if the sensitivity is within limits and all other tests pass, the alarm goes into alarm and resetsafter 3 seconds.If the sensitivity is not within limits, or an unserviceable hardware fault has been detected, the smoke alarm LEDextinguishes until the alarm is serviced.Attaching and Removing the Smoke AlarmTo remove the smoke alarm from the mounting base,grasp the alarm and turn it counterclockwise approximately15 degrees. The smoke alarm should snap off of the mountingbase.To remove the alarm from the mounting base when thealarm/base lock is used, insert a small screwdriver into thelocking tab slot on the side of the base and press in whilesimultaneously turning the alarm counterclockwise 15degrees. See Figure 5.Attach the smoke alarm to its mounting base as follows:− Line up the raised tab on the lip of the smoke alarmwith 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 snapfirmly into place.Understanding the LEDThe LED on the alarm indicates the status of thealarm as follows:FLASHING = Flashes every 9 seconds to indicatenormal operation.ON = Detects smoke.OFF = Trouble or maintenance is required.When to Replace the BatteriesThe Nova 30 smoke alarm requires two 3V lithium Abatteries as listed on the battery compartment cover.The required batteries are available where otherbatteries are sold.Battery life is a minimum of 1 year and variesdepending on how often the alarm is tested. When thebatteries are low, the alarm extinguishes its LED andchirps every 30 seconds until the batteries arereplaced. The sounder can be silenced for 24 hours bypushing the Test/Silence button.
4Replacing the BatteriesUse only 3V lithium A batteries as listed on the batterycompartment cover.1. Remove the alarm from the mounting base. SeeAttaching and Removing the Alarm.2. Slide the battery compartment cover away from thealarm 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 3Vlithium batteries into the battery compartment andreplace the cover.5. Reattach the alarm to the mounting base. SeeAttaching and Removing the Alarm.6. Test the alarm (see Smoke Testing the Alarm).Cleaning the Smoke ChamberClean the alarm cover with a dry or damp (water) clothas needed to keep it free from dust and dirtWhen necessary, clean the alarm interior and replacethe smoke chamber as follows:1. Remove the chamber from its mounting base. SeeAttaching and Removing the Alarm.2. Remove the batteries. See Replacing the Batteries.3. Slide a flat-blade screwdriver in the slot on thealarm cap and gently push the handle down to prythe cap up and off. See Figure 6.4. Press in on the sides of the chamber and pull it upand away from the alarm and discard. See Figure 7.5. Blow out or use a soft-bristled brush to remove dustand dirt from the smoke chamber base.6. Line the new smoke chamber up with the smokechamber 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 turnclockwise approximately 15 degrees. It shouldsnap firmly into place.8. Observing the proper polarity, put the batteriesback in the alarm and replace the batterycompartment cover.9. Reattach the alarm to its mounting base. . SeeAttaching and Removing the Alarm.10. Test the alarm sensitivity. (See Testing the AlarmSensitivity).Maintaining the AlarmThe Nova 30 smoke alarms are designed for easy fieldservice and maintenance. When installed and usedproperly, they require minimal maintenance.The smoke alarm should be tested weekly. See Testingthe Alarm Sensitivity and Smoke Testing the Alarm.When a Nova 30 alarm requires maintenance, itextinguishes its LED and initiates the external signalsdescribed in the following table.Signal Maintenance requiredMaintenance alert(LED OFF)Detector failed to power up on selftest. Perform a sensitivity test. SeeTesting the Detector Sensitivity.If the problem persists, replace thedetector.Low battery Batteries in the detector are low.Replace the batteries.
5FIRE PREVENTION AND ESCAPEThe purpose of an early warning smoke alarm is to detect the presence of fire in its early stages and sound an alarmgiving the occupants time to exit the premises safely.Avoid Fire HazardsNo detection device can protect life in all situations.Therefore, safeguards should be taken to avoidpotentially dangerous situations as follows:• Do not smoke in bed• Do not leave children home alone• Never clean with flammable liquids such asgasoline.• Properly store materials, Use general goodhousekeeping techniques to keep your home neatand tidy. A cluttered basement, attic or otherstorage area is an open invitation to fire.• Use combustible materials and electrical appliancescarefully and only for their intended uses. Do notoverload electrical outlets.• Do not store explosive and/or fast burningmaterials in your home.• Even after proper precautions have been taken,fires can start. Be prepared.In Case of FireIn the event of a fire, you should do the following:• Leave immediately. Don't stop to pack or search forvaluables.• In heavy smoke, hold your breath and stay lowcrawl if necessary. The clearest air is usually nearthe floor.• If you have to go through a closed door, carefullyfeel the door and door knob to see if undue heat ispresent. If they seem cool, brace your foot againstthe bottom of the door with your hip against thedoor and one hand against the top edge. Open itslightly. If a rush of hot air is felt, slam the doorquickly and latch it.Unvented fire tends to build up considerablepressure. Be sure all members of the householdrealizes and understands this danger.• Use your neighbor's phone or a street fire alarmbox to call the fire department. The job ofextinguishing the fire should be left to theprofessionals.Be PreparedPractice the following steps to prepare you and yourfamily in the event of a fire:• Perform fire drills regularly. Use them to assurerecognition of an alarm signal.• Draw a floor plan and show two exits from eachroom. It is important that children be instructedcarefully, because they tend to hide in times ofcrises.• Establish one meeting place outside the home.Insist that everyone meet there during an alarm.This will eliminate the tragedy of someonereentering the house for a missing member who isactually safe.• If you have children and/or physically challengedpeople residing in your household, use windowdecals to help emergency personnel identify thesleeping quarters of these individuals.WARNING!Smoke alarms CANNOT provide warnings for firesresulting from explosions, smoking in bed or otherfurniture, ignition of flammable liquids, vapors and gases,children playing with matches or lighters.!
6ROKONET LIMITED WARRANTYRokonet Electronics, Ltd. and its subsidiaries andaffiliates ("Seller") warrants its products to be free fromdefects in materials and workmanship under normal usefor 12 months from the date of production. BecauseSeller does not install or connect the product andbecause the product may be used in conjunction withproducts not manufactured by the Seller, Seller can notguarantee the performance of the security system whichuses this product. Sellers obligation and liability underthis warranty is expressly limited to repairing andreplacing, at Sellers option, within a reasonable timeafter the date of delivery, any product not meeting thespecifications.SELLER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY,EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND MAKES NOWARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OFFITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.IN NO CASE SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FORANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANYOTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,OR UPON ANY OTHER BASIS OF LIABILITYWHATSOEVER.Sellers obligation under this warranty shall not includeany transportation charges or costs of installation or anyliability for direct, indirect, or consequential damagesor delay.Seller does not represent that its product may not becompromised or circumvented; that the product willprevent any persona; injury or property loss by burglary,robbery, fire or otherwise; or that the product will in allcases provide adequate warning or protection. Buyerunderstands that a properly installed and maintainedalarm may only reduce the risk of burglary, robbery orfire without warning, but is not insurance or a guarantythat such will not occur or that there will be no personalinjury or property loss as a result.CONSEQUENTLY SELLER SHALL HAVE NOLIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY,PROPERTY DAMAGE OR LOSS BASED ON ACLAIM THAT THE PRODUCT FAILS TO GIVEWARNING. HOWEVER, IF SELLER IS HELDLIABLE, WHETHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY,FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE ARISING FROMUNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OROTHERWISE, REGARDLESS OF CAUSE ORORIGIN, SELLERS MAXIMUM LIABILITY SHALLNOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THEPRODUCT, WHICH SHALL BE COMPLETE ANDEXCLUSIVE REMEDY AGAINST SELLER.No employee or representative of Seller is authorized tochange this warranty in any way or grant any otherwarranty.WARNING: This product should be tested at least oncea week.CAUTION NOTICEThis device complies with U.S. FCC Part 15 and withRSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:(1) This device may not cause interference, and(2) This device must accept any interference, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation ofthe device.Changes or modifications not expressly approved byROKONET may void the user’s authority to operatethis equipment.The communication quality of this unit may be affectedby its surrounding environment. Nearby electricalequipment may interfere with its normal operation. Theoperation of this unit must, therefore, be tested at eachinstallation since its transmission quality may vary as aresult of operational conditions.Simultaneous transmissions from two different unitsmay cause message interference resulting in loss ofinformation.WARNING! LIMITATIONS OFSMOKE ALARMSWireless smoke alarms are very reliable, but may notwork under all conditions. No fire alarm provides totalprotection of life or property. Smoke alarms are not asubstitute for life insurance.Smoke alarms require a source of power to work.This smoke alarm will not operate and the alarm willnot sound if batteries are dead or not installed properly.Smoke alarms may not be heard. A sound sleeper orsomeone who has taken drugs or alcohol may notawaken if the alarm is installed outside a bedroom.Closed or partially closed doors and distance can blocksound. This alarm is not designed for the hearingimpaired.Smoke alarms may not always activate and providewarning early enough. Smoke alarms only activatewhen enough smoke reaches the alarm. If a fire starts ina chimney, wall, roof, on the other side of closed doors,or on a different level of the property enough smokemay not reach the alarm for it to alarm.SMOKE ALARMS ARE A SIGNIFICANT HELPIN REDUCING LOSS, INJURY AND EVENDEATH. HOWEVER, NO MATTER HOW GOODA DETECTION DEVICE IS, NOTHING WORKSPERFECTLY UNDER EVERY CIRCUMSTANCEAND WE MUST WARN YOU THAT YOUCANNOT EXPECT A SMOKE ALARM TOENSURE THAT YOU WILL NEVER SUFFERANY DAMAGE OR INJURY.
7SpecificationsVoltage…………………………….…..2 X 3VDCTypical average standby current……………25µATypical test current…………………………2mATypical alarm current………………………70mABattery life…………………………… 1year (min)Battery type…………...……………….3V lithium,……………………...Duracell® DL123A, MN1500…………………..Sanyo® and Panasonic® CR123A…………………………..Eveready® energizer E91Low battery threshold…low battery signal at 2.70VSounder…………………….85dB at 10 feet (3.3m)Low battery beep rate……...1 every 30 sec. + 2 sec.Sensitivity………………………………2.3%+0.8%/ftOperating temperature….……40º-100ºF (4.4º-37.8ºC)Operating humidity……….....0-95% non-condensingColor……………………………………………..whiteAlarm dimensions………..5.5” x 2.3” (14cm x 5.6cm)Base dimensions……4.88” x 0.38” (12.3cm x 0.95cm)Drift compensation adjustment………..0.5%/ft. maxListings……………………………CE, UL217, CSFMRadioactivity………………Contains NO radioactivityTransmitter Characteristics:Nominal center frequency: 433.92MHz – 318MHzSupervision Transmission: every 65 min.A compatible receiver: ROKONET’S NOVAPROGRAMMABLE RECEIVERSIn order to continue improving its product, Rokonet reserves the right to change specifications and/or designswithout any prior notice.FCC NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses andcan radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferenceto radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the useris encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:(1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.(2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.(3) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible forcompliance, Rokonet Electronics Ltd. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.CONSULT WITH YOUR LOCAL RADIO AGENCY ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF OPERATION OF THISDEVICE.USA UK ITALY BRAZIL ISRAELRokonet Industries, Inc.Tel: +1-914-592-1068Fax: +1-914-592-1271e-mail: sales@rokonetusa.comRokonet U.K. Ltd.Tel: +44-1527-576-765Fax: +44-1527-576-816e-mail: info@rokonet.co.ukRokonet Electronics SRLTel: +39-02-392-5354Fax: +39-02-392-5131e-mail: info@rokonet.itRokonet Electronics LTDA.Tel: +55-21-496.3544Fax: +55-21-496.3547e-mail: rokonet@rokonet.com.brRokonet Electronics, Ltd.Tel: +972-3-961-6555Fax: +972-3-961-6584e-mail: info@rokonet.co.ilhttp://www.rokonet.com3/2002 5INT30EU BFCC ID: JE4WT30V2

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