Honeywell 5808W3 Tamper Protection, Testing the Sensor, A. Test Switch, Testing Signal Strength

Dust covers are an effective way to limit the entry of dust into the smoke detector sensing chamber during construction. However, they may not completely prevent airborne dust particles from entering the detector. Therefore, it is recommended that the detectors be removed before beginning construction or other dust producing activity. When returning the system to service, be sure to remove the dust covers from any detectors that were left in place during construction.

Smoke detectors are not to be used with detector guards unless the combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.

Tamper Protection

This detector has a built-in tamper switch that will cause a CHECK signal to be displayed at the console of the alarm system if it is removed from its mounting base. The 5808W3 detector includes a tamper-resistant feature that prevents removal from the mounting base without the use of a tool. To engage the tamper-resistant feature, cut the small plastic tab located on the mounting base (Figure 2), and then install the detector. To remove the detector from the base once it has been made tamper resistant, use a small screwdriver to depress the square tamper release tab, located on the skirt of the mounting base, and turn the detector counterclockwise.

Testing the Sensor

NOTE: Before testing, notify the central station that the smoke detector system is undergoing maintenance, in order to prevent unwanted alarms.

During initial power-up, do not use SENS-RDR or canned smoke to test the detector. The SENS-RDR and canned aerosol can be used after power-up sequence has completed. Detectors must be tested after installation and following periodic maintenance. The 5808W3 may be tested as follows:

A. Test Switch

1.A recessed test switch is located on the detector housing (see Figure 4).

2.Push and hold the recessed test switch for a minimum of 5 seconds. Use a small screwdriver or Allen key with maximum diameter of 0.18 inch (the alarm panel will trigger and then the smoke detector will go into alarm. If the tool is removed from the recessed switch the sounder will shut off.)

If the detector is within the listed sensitivity limits, the LED on the detector should blink once per second and the horn should sound within 3 seconds.

C. Direct Heat Method (Hair dryer of 1000-1500 watts)

Direct the heat toward either side thermistor. Be sure to hold the heat source about 12 inches from the detector to avoid damage to the plastic. The detector will reset only after it has time to cool.

Smoke detection testing is recommended for verifying system protection capability.

A detector that fails to activate with any of these tests should first be cleaned as outlined in this manual’s MAINTENANCE section. If the detector still fails to activate, return for repair.

Testing Signal Strength

NOTE: Remove battery tab before installation.

This test should be performed before installation to determine a strong communication path with the control panel and after installation is complete. Also, the owner/user should test the unit at least weekly.

1.Activate the wireless system’s GO/NO GO TEST mode from the keypad.

2.Depress and hold the smoke detector’s TEST switch. If the detector has not previously detected a low battery condition and it is within proper sensitivity limits, the detector should immediately transmit an alarm signal to the control panel. The built-in horn will start to sound about 2.5 seconds after depressing the button.

3.The wireless system’s keypad should emit at least three audible sounds when the alarm transmission is received and will display the transmitting detector’s zone number.

4.When the console has received the test signal, release the TEST switch. The horn will immediately stop and a few seconds later the detector’s zone number will clear from the console display.

5.If the console does not respond as noted, check the polarity of the battery and be sure it is fresh. If this is an initial installation, try moving the detector to another location that provides proper reception. Also be sure that the detector has been “enrolled” by the control panel (see PROGRAMMING). Then, repeat the test.

6.Turn off the system’s TEST mode from the keypad (security code + OFF).

Testing Programmed Loops

This test should be performed before installation to ensure that all loops intended to be used have been programmed and are operational in the system.

POSITION SENS-RDR

AT AN ANGLE ON THE

OVAL AREA OR AT THE

CHAMBER OPENING

BY THE WORD “PAINT”

LED

RECESSED TEST SWITCH

PUSH RECESSED SWITCH WITH

A0.18″ MAX.

DIAMETER TOOL

1.	Activate the system’s TRANSMITTER ID SNIFFER mode
	from the keypad (see the control panel’s instructions). All
	programmed wireless zones will be displayed, one by one, on
	the system keypad. Make sure all smoke detector zones are
	displayed in the sequence. (If they are not, recheck that all
	zones have been properly programmed.)
2.	With the detector mounted to the bracket, press the smoke
	detector’s TEST switch. All zones associated with the smoke
	detector should disappear from the keypad on the next display
	cycle. This means that the system has received a transmission
	from each loop you programmed.

Figure 4. Recessed Test Switch Opening and SENS-RDR Position

B. Smoke Entry Test

Hold a smoldering punk stick or cotton wick at the side of the detector and gently blow smoke through the detector until the unit alarms. Canned aerosol is also an acceptable method.

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3. When testing is complete, enter the Installer code + the OFF

key to exit TEST mode.

When all system testing has been completed, notify the central station that the system is back on line.