Model: Ei407
Manual Call Point
For use with RadioLINK Smoke/Heat Alarms and Bases
Contains vital information on the product’s operation and installation.
Read and retain carefully. If you are just installing this product the
manual MUST be given to the householder.
1. INTRODUCTION
Pressing on the Ei407 Manual Call Point (Manual Call Point) black spot
causes all Alarms on RadioLINK Bases and RadioLINK Alarms to
sound. This informs the occupants that the building must be evacuated.
The Ei407 Manual Call Point also provides a means to test the
Alarms without having to reach up to the Alarms on the ceilings, as it
can be reset with the plastic key (supplied).
We suggest that the plastic key is mounted on a small nail under or
alongside the Manual Call Point for future use when resetting (as
shown above).
2. INSTALLATION
It is recommended that you install all the other RadioLINK Bases /
Alarms and any other RadioLINK components before installing this
Manual Call Point.
All RadioLINK units should be located in their final positions before
House Coding commences.
1. The Manual Call Point should be positioned (approx) 1.2 meters high
on a wall, in a suitable location on an exit route (avoid locating near
metal objects).
2. Securely attach the mounting box to the wall using the fixing
screws supplied.
3. Remove the bottom housing by first pushing in the forked end of
the key (with arrow side out) into the two slots (see Figure 1). The
bottom housing should drop down by about 10mm and expose the
yellow edge on the top of the white element (with the black spot).
Remove the key, pull the bottom housing down and then lift it up to
remove (see Figure 2).
4. Next remove the white element by lifting the lower edge (see
Figure 3).
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5. Connect the built-in battery by sliding the
battery switch into the “on” position. (see
Figure 4).
6. Press the House Code switch until the light
on the front turns on red (see Figure 4) (The
unit will now send out a coded alarm signal
and the red light will flash).
7. Screw the front plate to the wall box
using the two machine screws provided (see
Figure 5).
8. Now re-install the white element, yellow
edge uppermost (see Figure 6). Replace the
bottom housing by lining up the two notches
and carefully pushing it flat - this should
leave it about 10mm below the bottom edge.
Now slide the bottom housing upwards (see
Figure 7). This resets the switch. The yellow
edge on the white element should now be
hidden (The unit will now send out a coded
alarm cancel signal). The red light will then
continue to flash to show it is in House Code
mode, for the next 15 minutes.
9. Immediately put all other RadioLINK
Smoke Alarms and other components into
House Code mode within 10 minutes.
10. In House Code mode, the Manual Call
Point will now send a radio message every 5
seconds. All RadioLINK Bases and Smoke/
Heat Alarms within range that are also in
House Code mode themselves will memorise
the House Code of the Manual Call Point.
11. Check that the number of amber light
flashes (for RadioLINK Bases) or blue light
flashes (for RadioLINK Smoke Alarms)
corresponds with the number of units in the
system (e.g. Bases / Alarms plus Manual
Call Point). For example, with 3 RadioLINK
Bases and 1 Manual Call Point you should
see 4 amber light flashes from each Base.
(Note: the Manual Call Point flashing red
light does not indicate the number of units
in the system. It just flashes rapidly to show
it is in House Code mode. The Manual Call
Point is only an RF transmitter and does not
receive any RF signals).
12. Remove all the RadioLINK Bases /
Alarms from House Code mode as described
in their instruction leaflets.
13. The Manual Call Point will exit the
House Code mode by itself after approx. 15
minutes without further user intervention.
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Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
BATTERY
ON/OFF SWITCH
House Code Button
Figure 4
Figure 5
However, this could result in problems
with nearby systems if their units are
being House Coded at the same time. If
this is the case remove the Manual Call
Point from its mounting box and then
from House Code mode by pressing and
holding the code button until the red light
comes on (i.e. use the same method as
to enter House Code mode). Release
the button and the red light will go out,
indicating that the Manual Call Point has
Figure 6
exited House Code mode. Re-assemble
and attach to box as described previously.
Please note that this will cause the Manual
Call Point to send out a coded alarm signal
which will activate the RadioLINK Bases
/ Alarms that have previously been House
Coded during the installation procedure.
Figure 7
3. CHECKING & TESTING THE Manual Call Point
The Manual Call Point is an important alarm device and should
be tested after installation and then weekly (and after prolonged
absence) to ensure correct operation as follows.
a) Check that the light on the front flashes green every 40 seconds.
This indicates it has power.
b) Press the black spot and the white element will drop down exposing
the yellow edge to show it is activated. The light will turn red and stay
on continuously for 3 seconds and then continue to flash red (every
20 seconds) for 5 minutes indicating transmission of the alarm signal
(Note: after 5 minutes the RF alarm signal ceases and therefore the
smoke alarms will stop alarming. This prevents the batteries in the
Manual Call Point and the alarm from being depleted).
c) Check the RadioLINK units are now in alarm (If some or all of the
alarms have not been activated, then the House Coding procedure
should be repeated. If there are still some problems, see the
“Troubleshooting RF Link” section on page 4).
d) The Manual Call Point should be reset with the plastic key provided
by pushing the forked end (arrow side up) into the slots (see Figure 1)
and pulling the bottom housing down. Remove the plastic key. Now
push the bottom housing firmly against the back and slide upwards.
This resets the switch. The yellow strip on the white element should
now be hidden.
e) If the Manual Call Point is not reset the light will flash red every 40
seconds to remind the user to reset it.
On reset, the alarm cancel signal will be transmitted (indicated by a
single red light flash for 3 seconds).
If the light flashes amber every 9 seconds this indicates that the
batteries are depleted and the Manual Call Point will no longer be able
to send an alarm signal. The unit must be removed from its location
and returned for repair if within the guarantee period, (see sections 7
Block E1
& 8 for details).
If the end of life has been reached dispose according to local
guidelines and regulations (see section 6 “End of Life”).
4.TROUBLESHOOTING RADIOLINK
If, when checking the radio interconnection, some of the alarms do
not respond to the Manual Call Point test, then:
(i) Ensure the Manual Call Point has been activated correctly, the
yellow edge is visible, and the light has come on red continuously for
3 seconds and then continues to flash red every 20 seconds.
(ii) Rotate/relocate the other problematical RadioLINK units. There
are a number of reasons why the radio signals may not reach all
the Alarms in your system (see section 5 on “Limitations of Radio
Communications”). Try rotating the units or relocating the units
(e.g. move them away from metal surfaces or wiring) as this can
significantly improve signal reception.
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 units 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 their respective use and care instructions).
Then House Code all units again in their final positions. The radio
interconnection should then be re-checked again.
Clearing the House Codes:
It may be necessary at some stage to clear the House Codes (e.g. if you
wanted to use the Manual Call Point with different Smoke Alarms).
To clear the House Codes:
• Remove the Manual Call Point from the mounting box.
• Slide the battery switch off. Wait 5 seconds and then slide switch back on.
• Press and hold the House Code button for approx 6 seconds, until the
red light turns on, then flashes slowly. Release the button and the red
light will go out.
• Re-attach the Manual Call Point to the mounting box.
Note clearing the House Codes will now reset the Manual Call Point to
the original factory settings. It will now only communicate with un-coded
alarms (see Bases / Alarm instruction leaflet for information on how to
un-code the Bases / Alarms).
5. 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 limitations to be considered:
(i) Radio equipment, such as the Manual Call Point, 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 regular
testing can highlight these and other faults.
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(ii) Receivers may be blocked by radio signals occurring on or near
their operating frequencies, regardless of the House Coding.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. Interference from the Alarm system can be
identified by turning the whole system off temporarily. To turn off the
Manual Call Point see Section 2. Refer to the instructions supplied
with the other products used for information on these. The user
is encouraged to eliminate the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
(i) Relocate the unit.
(ii) Increase the distance between the Manual Call Point and the
device being affected.
(iii) Consult the supplier or an experienced radio/television technician.
6. END OF LIFE
The Manual Call Point is designed to last 10 years in normal use.
However the Manual Call Point must be replaced if:
1. The light does not flash green every 40 seconds.
2. The unit is over 10 years old (see “replace by” label on the side of
the mounting box).
3. If pressing the black spot fails to operate the Smoke Alarms.
4. If the amber light is flashing every 9 seconds (indicating the battery
is depleted). (Excess use of the Manual Call Point can shorten battery
life).
The Manual Call Point must be powered off (see figure 4) before
disposing/ recycling in accordance with the directive 2002/96/EC on
waste electrical & electronic equipment (WEEE).
7. GETTING YOUR Ei407 Manual Call Point SERVICED
If your Manual Call Point 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 (slide switch to
‘off’ position - see Figure 4). Send it to “Customer Assistance and
Information” at the nearest address given on the Manual Call Point
or in this leaflet. State the nature of the fault, where the Manual Call
Point was purchased and the date of purchase.
Note: It may be necessary, sometimes, to return a Smoke Alarm (see
Smoke Alarm instruction leaflet) along with the Manual Call Point, if
you cannot establish which is faulty.
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8. 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 purchase. This guarantee only applies to
normal conditions of use and service, and does not include damage
resulting from accident, neglect, misuse unauthorized dismantling
or contamination howsoever caused. Excessive use of the Manual
Call Point alarm button will shorten the battery life and is not
covered. If this product has become defective it must be returned to
one of the addresses below (see “Getting Your Ei407 Manual Call
Point Serviced”) with proof of purchase. If the product has become
defective during the five year guarantee, the unit will be repaired or
replaced 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.
The crossed out wheelie bin symbol that is on your
product indicates that this product should not be disposed
of via the normal household waste stream. Proper
disposal will prevent possible harm to the environment or
to human health. When disposing of this product please
separate it from other waste streams to ensure that it can
be recycled in an environmentally sound manner. For
more details on collection and proper disposal, please
contact your local government office or the retailer where
you purchased this product.
Hereby, Ei Electronics declares that this Ei407 RadioLINK Manual Call Point
is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions
of Directive 1999/5/EC. The Declaration of Conformity may be consulted
at www.eielectronics.com/compliance
Aico Ltd
Mile End Business Park,
Maesbury Road, Oswestry,
Shropshire SY10 8NN, U.K.
Telephone: 0870 758 4000
www.aico.co.uk
Ei Electronics
Shannon Industrial Estate,
Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland.
Telephone: +353 (0)61 471277
www.eielectronics.com
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