FireAngel Specification Alarms

Introduction

This user guide covers a number of different models. Some of the illustrations may look different to your particular model.

DO:

• Leave this guide with the end user.

DO NOT:

• Expose this alarm to moisture, dripping, splashing, steam or condensation.
• Paint the alarm.
• Install heat alarms in escape routes instead of smoke alarms.
• Test your alarm with a naked flame. The test button tests the alarm's full functionality.
• Ignore any alarm in the network if it is sounding, it is warning you of a potentially hazardous situation.

Smoke Alarm Sensor Technology

Thermoptek® technology combines the very latest in optical sensing with a thermal enhancement, providing a fast reaction to both fast flaming and slow smouldering fires in a single alarm. Thermoptek technology constantly monitors for temperature change. If a rate of temperature rise is detected, the sensitivity of the smoke alarm is increased, providing a quicker response time to both fire types.

Heat Alarm Sensor Technology

Thermistek™ technology incorporates a unique radiant heat dish (patent pending) to heighten performance when exposed to a radiant heat source in real fire situations. Constantly monitoring for temperature change, if an increase in temperature is detected, the rate of rise is measured and if predicted to exceed a pre-determined threshold, will sound the alarm. This predictive quality provides a quicker response time in rapidly increasing temperatures.

System Grades and Categories

The mains powered FireAngel Specification alarms with 10-year life are suitable for Grade D1 systems. It is important to determine the correct alarm system grade and category for the dwelling prior to installation.

A Grade D1 system is required for:

• New or materially altered dwellings, up to three storeys with no floor exceeding 200 m².
• Existing dwellings with poor or inadequate fire protection, up to three storeys with no floor exceeding 200 m².
• Individual dwelling units of two or more rooms in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) of one or two-storeys, with no floor exceeding 200 m².

There are three Levels of Detection (LD). Generally, the greater the fire risk, the more comprehensive the system should be.

• LD1 = Maximum Protection: Alarms in all circulation spaces that form part of escape routes and all areas where a fire might start.
• LD2 = Medium Protection: All circulation spaces and escape routes (e.g., hallways and landings) are covered, together with a provision of higher fire risk areas (e.g., kitchen and living rooms).
• LD3 = Minimum Protection: Alarms in all circulation spaces that form part of escape routes.

* Ensure that a Grade D1 system is adequate for the dwelling you are installing the alarms in. You can obtain further information from your local fire service or building control department.

Positioning

Locations of alarms must be compliant with either BS 5839-6 or relevant Building Regulations if in any doubt. This alarm is not intended for any non-residential, commercial or industrial application, nor for any other purpose other than described in the above. For the best protection, heat alarms should always be installed as part of a complete fire protection system that includes smoke alarms.

Single storey, one sleeping area

Single storey, two sleeping area

Single storey, dwelling

Key:

• ⚪ Smoke alarms for limited protection
• ⚫ Additional smoke alarms for better coverage
• Heat alarms

DO NOT:

• Install the alarms within 1500mm (1.5m) of a fluorescent light fitting and keep wiring at least 1000mm (1m) from these fittings.
• Install alarms on circuits containing fluorescent light fittings or dimmer switches.
• Install alarms within 300 mm (12") of light fittings or room corners.
• Install smoke alarms in wall positions that are less than 100 mm (4") or more than 300 mm (12") away from the ceiling.
• Locate the Thermoptek smoke alarm close to bathrooms or showers as it can be susceptible to nuisance alarms from steam.
• Install heat alarms on a wall.

Hardwire Installation

The alarm base plate is designed to be permanently mounted, using its own built-in terminal block to connect it to the mains. The base plate can be screwed directly to the ceiling.

IMPORTANT: The circuit used to power the alarm must be a 24-hour voltage circuit that cannot be turned off by a switch. BS 5839-6 states that: For mains powered alarms, each with an integral standby supply (Grade D)1, the mains electricity supply should take the form of either a) an independent circuit at the dwelling's main circuit board, in which case no other electrical equipment should be connected to this circuit (other than a dedicated monitoring device installed).

Wiring Diagram:

Shows connections for Earth, Live (L), Interconnect (I), and Neutral (N) to the alarm base plate. Includes a trunking break-out tab.

WARNING: Mixing the Live and Neutral connections when interconnecting alarms will damage all the alarms. DO NOT use the Earth wire for the interconnect connection.

Wiring Feed: Either feed the wire through the hole in the base plate or through the YT2 trunking.

Hardwire Interconnect - SM-SN-1 and HM-SN-1

For multiple alarm installations, use a 'three core and earth' style cable between all the alarms to be interconnected. Connect the interconnect cable between each alarm's 'I' terminal. The interconnect wire (minimum 0.75mm² cable) must be treated as Live; it should be insulated and sheathed.

DO NOT:

• Exceed the maximum of 30 interconnected alarms on a network.
• Exceed 250 m of connecting wire per circuit.
• Connect FireAngel Specification alarms to any other models produced by another manufacturer.

Wiring Key:

• --- = Neutral
• === = Interconnect
• --- = Live
• --- = Earth

Diagram shows Mains 230V AC Power Supply connecting to alarms via these wires, with a line going to other alarms if fitted.

Wireless Interlink - Add a Smart RF Module

The FireAngel Specification SM-SN-1 and HM-SN-1 are designed to be wirelessly interlinked with the Smart RF Module.

DO NOT:

• Exceed the maximum of 50 alarms interlinked in a network.
• Connect FireAngel Specification alarms to any models produced by another manufacturer.

Wiring Key:

• --- = Neutral
• --- = Live
• --- = Earth

Diagram shows two alarms connected wirelessly via SMART RF modules, each connected to a Mains 230V AC Power Supply (from upstairs circuit and downstairs circuit respectively).

How to install a Smart RF Module:

1. When you're ready to install the wireless module into the compatible alarm, ensure you observe ESD handling guidelines.
2. Remove the label which covers the module aperture at the back of the unit.
3. Avoid carpeted areas in cool, dry areas if possible, and reduce static electricity if necessary by touching a grounded metal object.
4. Carefully remove the module from its packaging, handling the module only by the protective cover.

How to 'learn-in' two wireless alarms into a network:

Install Alarm 1 as described earlier (see 'Hardwire Installation'). Install the base plate for Alarm 2 in one of the recommended locations.

1. Using a ballpoint pen, briefly push and release the 'learn button' on the back of Alarm 2. The red LED next to the learn button will flash briefly then light up for approximately 5 seconds.
2. During these 5 seconds, you need to briefly press the test button on Alarm 1 to wirelessly interlink the two alarms. Alarm 1 will give an audible sound consisting of two cycles of three loud beeps.
3. The red LED on the wireless module of Alarm 2 will flash to indicate that it has been 'learned-in' successfully. If the test button on Alarm 1 is pressed, it will emit an audible sound consisting of two cycles of three loud beeps.

Mixed Systems

DO:

• Ensure there is only one wireless connection into each hardwired network. For example, if you have a hardwired network upstairs and a wireless network downstairs, only one of the hardwired products should be linked into the wireless network, connecting both systems.

Interconnecting both hardwired and wireless products together in a network:

Diagram shows hardwired and wireless alarms interconnected.

Wiring Key:

• --- = Neutral
• === = Interconnect

Alarm Test

• Remove the dust cover from each alarm before use.
• Test the alarms on a monthly basis.
• Keep this guide in a safe place for future reference.
• Test all alarms after repositioning large items of furniture to ensure they still work.

Diagram shows dust cap removal and alarm testing with a finger pressing the test button.

Alarm Smart Silence™

Your alarm features 'Smart Silence' technology. In the event of a known false alarm, your alarm can be temporarily silenced by pressing the central test button. Your alarm will automatically return to full sensitivity within 10 minutes.

During the reduced sensitivity mode, the red LED on your alarm will continue to flash more rapidly than normal, approximately once every 10 seconds. Only use the alarm silence function after making sure that there is no fire emergency situation. Do not block the vents on the alarm or disable the alarm in any way, as this will remove your protection.

Troubleshooting

WARNING: Storage in low humidity and certain transportation conditions may cause electrostatic charges to build up in the alarm system housing. Although harmless, this may increase the length of time that the horn sounds upon test button operation. The condition may be cleared by wiping the inside and outside of the plastic cover with a damp cloth.

If you have any questions about the operation of your alarm, please contact Technical Support between 9am - 5pm Monday – Friday. Telephone: 0330 094 5830 or e-mail: specification@fireangeltech.com. You can also visit the support section of our website: www.fireangeltech.com

Be Prepared

Smoke and heat alarms, properly installed and maintained, are an essential part of a good home safety programme. Review fire hazards and eliminate dangerous conditions whenever possible. When fire strikes, a prepared and practised escape plan could prove vital. Consider and discuss the following hints:

• Ensure everyone is familiarised with the alarm signal.
• Always test doors with your hands before flinging them open. If they feel warm, fire may have walled up behind them – leave closed and find another escape route.
• Don't waste time collecting possessions. Arouse all occupants and leave the building. Your life is more valuable!
• GET OUT, STAY OUT, GET THE FIRE BRIGADE OUT.
• Keep everyone in a set meeting place after you escape.
• If trapped inside, stay close to the floor, cover your mouth with a cloth and conserve breath as you crawl to safety.
• Keep all windows and doors closed except for escape purposes.
• Prepare and practise an escape plan before a fire starts.
• Draw a floor plan. Have fire drills often. Practise your escape.

IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION AS TO THE CAUSE OF THE ALARM, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT THIS IS AN AC-related incident.

Maintenance

Your smoke and heat alarms should be cleaned every 3 months, by firstly turning off the mains electricity supply and then using a vacuum cleaner fitted with the soft brush attachment. Switch the power back on once you have finished.

Diagram shows cleaning the alarm with a vacuum cleaner brush attachment.

If you need to remove your alarm from its base plate, turn off the mains electricity supply, use a small screwdriver and insert into the hole at the base of the alarm (illustrated here). Push the screwdriver in and the alarm should fall free from the base plate. Please be aware that the alarm will fall as soon as pressure is applied to the screwdriver; be prepared to catch it.

Diagram shows a screwdriver being inserted into the base of the alarm to release it.

Warranty

FireAngel Safety Technology Limited warrants to the original purchaser that its enclosed alarm will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal residential use and service for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase. Provided it is returned with postage prepaid and proof of purchase date, FireAngel Safety Technology Limited hereby warrants that during the 5-year period commencing from the date of purchase, FireAngel Safety Technology Limited, at its discretion, agrees to replace the unit free of charge.

The warranty on any replacement SM-SN-1/ HM-SN-1 alarm will last for the remainder of the period of the original warranty in respect of the alarm originally purchased – that is, from the date of original purchase and not from the date of receipt of the replacement product. FireAngel Safety Technology Limited reserves the right to offer an alternative product similar to that being replaced if the original model is no longer available or in stock. This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser from the date of original retail purchase and is not transferable. Proof of purchase is required. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse, disassembly, abuse, or lack of reasonable care of the product, or applications not in accordance with the user guide. It does not cover events and conditions outside of FireAngel Safety Technology Limited's control, such as Acts of God (fire, severe weather etc.). It does not apply to retail stores, service centres, or any distributors or agents. FireAngel Safety Technology Limited will not recognise any changes to this warranty by third parties.

FireAngel Safety Technology Limited shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any expressed or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration for 5 years. This warranty does not affect your statutory rights. Except for death or personal injury, FireAngel Safety Technology Limited shall not be liable for any loss of use, damage, cost or expense relating to this product or for any indirect or consequential loss, damages or costs incurred by you or any other user of this product.