This is a very useful feature. For example, consider twelve alarms sounding simultaneously, then the unit sensing the fire can be quick- ly identified audibly and the problem quickly resolved.
What to do when the Alarms go off
1.If there is a fire, immediately evacuate the premises and telephone the fire brigade from outside.
2.When the alarms go off and the cause is not obvious, immediately press the “Locate” switch. This will silence all the alarms except those sensing fire themselves.
3.Locate the alarm(s) sensing fire audibly. Be careful, check doors are not warm and that there is no sign of smoke before you open them. (See escape plan in Smoke Alarm instructions for further details).
4.If you are fully satisfied that there is no fire, but the smoke/heat alarm is still continuing to alarm with its red light flashing quickly,, then remove the unit from its mounting and disconnect the power.
4. ALARM MEMORY FUNCTION
Using the Locate button on the Remote Control it is possible to iden- tify which alarms have previously sensed fire (i.e. been in alarm). This is of great benefit in systems with 3 or more units when trying to identify the source of alarm from some time previously.
To use the alarm memory function:
1.Reset the memory by pressing the Test button on the Remote Control until all the units have alarmed. (This must be done if any of the RadioLINK units have been in alarm and whenever any of the
2.Any unit now sensing fire will alarm and the memory function will record this event.
3.To identify which units have previously alarmed press the Locate button on the Remote Control. The units, which have previously sensed fire, will sound briefly.
This is particularly useful in tracking down the case of nuisance alarms such as cooking fumes, steam from bathrooms or defective/contaminated alarms .
4.Finally reset the alarms sounding by pressing the Test Button on the Remote Control.
5. TROUBLESHOOTING RF LINK
If, when checking the radio link interconnection, some of the alarms do not respond to the Remote Control test, then:
(i)Ensure the Ei 411 Remote Control has been activated correctly and the amber light has come on continuously for 3 seconds (with the test button in the ‘ON’ position) and then continues to flash amber for 5 minutes).
(ii)Repeat house code procedure (see section 2).
(iii)Convert one of the RadioLINK Bases or alarms that is centrally located within the house to be a “Repeater” (see their relevant user instructions )
(iv)
Rotating and/or relocating the units may move them out of the range of existing units even though they may have already been house coded correctly in the system. It is important therefore to check that all detectors are communicating in their final installed positions. If units are rotated and/or resited, we recommend that all units are returned to the factory settings (see the respective use and care instructions). Then house code all units again in their final positions. The radio link interconnection should then be checked again.
6. LIMITATIONS OF RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
Ei Electronics radio communication systems are very reliable and are tested to high standards. However, due to their low transmitting power and limited range (required by regulatory bodies) there are some lim- itations to be considered:
(i)Radio transceiver equipment, such as the Ei411 Remote Control, should be tested regularly at least weekly. This is to determine whether there are sources of interference preventing communication. The radio paths may be disrupted by moving furniture or renovations, and so reg- ular testing protects against these and other faults.
(ii)Receivers may be blocked by radio signals occurring on or near their operating frequencies, regardless of the house coding.
The Ei 411 Transceiver has been tested to EN 300
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Interference from the Smoke Alarm system can be identified by turning the whole system off. See figure 1 for this unit. Refer to the instructions supplied with the other products used for information on these. The user is encouraged to eliminate the inter- ference by one or more of the following measures:
(i)
(ii)Increase the distance between the Ei 411 and the device being affected.
(iii)Consult the supplier or an experienced radio/television technician.
7.END OF LIFE
The Ei411 Remote Control is designed to last 10 years in normal use. However the unit must be replaced if:
1.The unit is over 10 years old (see ‘replace by” label on the side of the mounting box).
2.If the test switch fails to operate the alarms, or the amber light looks
dim or fails to turn on, the battery in the unit is probably depleted. (Excess use of the switch can shorten battery life).
The Ei411 must be switched off before disposing/recycling in accor- dance with the directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical & electronic equipment (WEEE).
8. GETTING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL SERVICED
If your Remote Control fails to work after you have read this leaflet contact Customer Assistance at the nearest address given at the end of this leaflet. If it needs to be returned for repair or replacement put it in a padded box with the battery disconnected. Send it to "Customer Assistance and Information" at the nearest address given on Remote Control or in this leaflet. State the nature of the fault, where Remote Control was purchased and the date of purchase.
Note: It may be necessary, sometimes, to return a smoke alarm or other RadioLINK accessories (see their instruction leaflet) along with the Remote Control, if you cannot establish which is faulty.
9. FIVE YEAR GUARANTEE (LIMITED)
Ei Electronics guarantees this product against any defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship for a five year period after the original date of consumer purchase or receipt as a gift. This guaran- tee only applies to normal conditions of use and service, and does not include damage resulting from accident, neglect, misuse unautho- rized dismantling or contamination howsoever caused. Excessive use of the switch will shorten the battery life and is not covered. If this product has become defective it must be returned to Ei Electronics (see "Getting Your Remote Control Serviced") with proof of purchase. If the product has become defective during the five year guarantee the manufacturer will repair the unit without charge. This guarantee excludes incidental and consequential damages.
Do not interfere with the product or attempt to tamper with it. This will invalidate the guarantee.
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Telephone: 0870 7584000
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Telephone: +353 61 471277
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