FireAngel HW1 Mains Powered Heat Alarm with 9V Battery Back-Up User Manual

1. Positioning

Your heat alarm is suitable for the kitchen, garage, and loft.

Heat alarms should be sited at least 300mm from light fittings and walls. Ideally, position them as centrally as possible in the room. Do not install heat alarms on a wall.

Install your heat alarm at a distance no greater than 5.3m from the farthest wall, no greater than 5.3m from a door to any room in which a fire might start, and no greater than 5.3m from the next heat or smoke alarm.

If there is fluorescent lighting, heat alarms should be installed at least 1500mm from these fittings and wiring. Keep any wiring at least 1000mm from fluorescent lighting. Do not use circuits containing fluorescent light fittings or dimmer switches.

Locations of alarms must be compliant with BS 5839: Part 6 or relevant Building Regulations.

The red LED on the front of the alarm should flash once every 32 seconds (approx.) to show that the alarm sensor is actively monitoring for heat. When the test button is pressed, the alarm will flash once every 8 seconds for 8 minutes.

IMPORTANT: The circuit used to power the alarm must be a 24-hour voltage circuit that cannot be turned off by a switch. For mains powered alarms with an integral standby supply, the mains electricity supply should take the form of either:

• a) An independent circuit at the dwelling's main circuit board, with no other electrical equipment connected (other than a dedicated monitoring device to indicate failure of the mains electricity supply to the alarms).
• b) A separately electrically protected, regularly used local lighting circuit.

Check with local building and fire regulations for your property to ensure compliance. Ensure the dust cover is removed before operation.

2. Installation

WARNING: Wiring should be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with local building standards and current regulations.

For best protection, heat alarms should be installed as part of a complete fire protection system that includes smoke alarms.

1. 2a. Battery Insertion: Unwrap battery. Insert battery into battery compartment (match '+' to '+'). Remove dust cover. Press and hold the test button for 5 seconds. The alarm will sound.
2. 2b. Power Off: Switch off electricity supply.
3. 2c. Mounting: Fit the base to the ceiling using the provided screws. Feed the wiring through the hole in the base plate and connect the power adapter to the alarm. Push and twist the alarm clockwise onto the base plate. Turn the electricity supply back on and check that the green LED is on.
4. 2d. Testing: Press and hold the test button for 5 seconds. The alarm will sound.
5. 2e. Optional Locking Feature: Remove the locking plug from the baseplate. Insert into the hole between the base plate and alarm. To enable removal of the alarm, withdraw the locking plug with a pair of pliers.

Wiring:

Remove the baseplate by twisting the alarm anti-clockwise. Connect the house wiring to the power connector provided. Ensure a permanent connection is made in a suitable junction box (not provided). No connection should be made to the mains electricity supply earth terminal. Terminate house wiring earth in spare connector.

Wiring Key:

• Brown (live)
• Blue (neutral)
• Black or grey (interlink)
• Earth

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the wiring connections: Mains 230V AC Power Supply with Live, Neutral, and Earth wires connecting to a junction box (not provided). From the junction box, wires connect to the baseplate and then to the power connector (white wire for interconnect).

3. Silence Feature

In a known false alarm, the alarm can be silenced temporarily.

1. 3a. Silence: Press and hold the ? button for 5 seconds.
2. 3b. Silenced: The alarm will silence for 10 minutes.

Your alarm features "Silence" technology. In the event of a known false alarm, you can temporarily silence it by pressing the ? button. After 10 minutes, your alarm will automatically sound 2 chirps and return to full sensitivity. The red LED on the front of the alarm will flash once every 8 seconds to show that it is in Silence mode. The alarm will sound continuously, and the red LED will flash every second when the alarm senses dangerous heat levels.

NEVER IGNORE ANY ALARM. If an alarm is sounding, it is warning you of a potentially hazardous situation. Do not ignore it. Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death. If your heat alarm activates and you are not absolutely certain of the source of the problem, get everyone out of the house immediately.

4. Optional Interconnecting Feature

Up to 12 FireAngel mains smoke, heat, or carbon monoxide alarms can be interconnected on a single network.

1. 4a. Interconnecting: For multiple alarm installations, use a "three core and earth" style cable between all interconnected alarms. Connect the 3rd core of the cable ('Interconnect' cable) to the white wire from the heat alarm's power connector (see Installation).
2. 4b. Testing Interconnect: Test each alarm and ensure every connected alarm sounds within 10 seconds.

On an interconnected network, only the alarm that senses the fire will sound and flash its LED. Other connected alarms will sound a warning but will not flash their LED. Do not connect more than 11 other devices.

IMPORTANT: The interconnect wire (minimum 0.75 mm² cable) must be treated as Live; it should be insulated and sheathed.

5. Maintenance

1. 5a. Test: Test the alarm every month by pressing the test button for 5 seconds. The alarm will sound.
2. 5b. Clean: Vacuum your alarm every 3 months.
3. 5c. Cleaning Agents: Do not use cleaners or solvents.
4. 5d. Painting: Do not paint the alarm.
5. 5e. Replacement: Replace the alarm every 10 years.

Do not use any other test method except the process described in this manual.

6. Low Battery Warning

1. 6a. Warning: When the alarm battery is low, the alarm will 'chirp' and the LED will flash every 32 seconds.
2. 6b. Power Off: Switch off electricity supply.
3. 6c. Disconnect: Twist alarm anti-clockwise to remove from base plate and disconnect power adapter.
4. 6d. Replace Battery: Replace the batteries and re-install. (See 'Installation')
5. 6e. Test After Replacement: Always test the alarm after replacing the batteries.

Troubleshooting Guide

Battery Information

Your alarm requires 1 x 9V (PP3) battery. Under normal use, the battery should last approximately one year. Use of a battery other than those recommended may have a detrimental effect on alarm performance. Recommended batteries: Duracell MN1604, Gold Peak: GP1604S, Raymax: 6F22.

Warranty and Disposal

Warranty: Sprue Safety Products Ltd warrants the original purchaser that this alarm will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal residential use for a period of 5 (five) years from the date of purchase (excluding the replaceable battery). Provided the product is returned to Sprue Safety Products with proof of purchase, Sprue Safety Products Ltd will, at its discretion, replace the unit free of charge. The warranty on any replacement unit lasts for the remainder of the original warranty period. Sprue Safety Products Ltd reserves the right to offer an alternative product if the original model is no longer available. This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser and is not transferable. Proof of purchase is required. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse, disassembly, abuse, lack of reasonable care, or applications not in accordance with the user manual. It does not cover events outside Sprue Safety Products Ltd's control (e.g., Acts of God). It does not apply to retail stores, service centres, or distributors/agents. Sprue Safety Products Ltd shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Implied warranties are limited to 5 years. This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.

Disposal: Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. The alarm is suitable for disposal within the Waste Electrical and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) recycling scheme. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority, retailer, or contact Sprue Safety Products Technical Support for advice. Batteries should always be removed before disposal. Do not attempt to open or burn the alarm.

Contact Information

Technical Support Online: www.fireangel.co.uk/support

E-mail: technicalsupport@fireangel.co.uk

Phone: 0800 141 2561

For user manual in large text or other formats, please email: technicalsupport@sprue.com or call 0800 141 2561.

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