Aico EI414 User Manual

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

Model: Ei414

Instruction Manual

Read and retain carefully for as long as the product is being used. It contains vital information on the operation and installation of your
Fire / CO Alarm Interface. The booklet should be regarded as part of the product.
If you are just installing the unit, the booklet must be given to the householder. The booklet is to be given to any subsequent user.

Contents

Page

1. Introduction & Connection Diagrams ........................................................................................

2. Typical Installation Examples ..........................................................................................................

3. Installation ............................................................................................................................................

4. House Coding .......................................................................................................................................

5. Testing ....................................................................................................................................................

6. Service Relay ........................................................................................................................................

7. User Information ................................................................................................................................

8. Troubleshooting the RadioLINK .....................................................................................................

9. Technical Specification .....................................................................................................................

10. Service & Guarantee .........................................................................................................................

11. Contact Us ............................................................................................................................................

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1. Introduction

The Ei414 Fire / CO Alarm Interface can be used to connect Ei Electronics RadioLINK Alarm Systems to
suitable other Systems such as Fire Panels, Telecare Systems, Auto Diallers, Security Systems etc.

has 3 output relays for Fire, CO & Service that can be triggered by an Ei Electronics RF Alarm System. These relays
can be directly connected to the other Systems or alternatively can be used to trigger one of the other Systems
RF transmitters. A RadioLINK system consists of Ei Electronics RadioLINK Smoke, Heat and CO Alarms along with
RadioLINK accessory devices that are interconnected using the Ei Electronics proprietary RF protocol system. The
Ei414 must be House Coded to the other RadioLINK devices in the system.

The Ei414

Alarm Code LED’s

service

OFF

ON TEST

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

RadioLink LED Power LED

Key Switch
On
Off
Test

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How to remove Cover

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

then insert screwdriver into the notch to remove cover

open screws

Wireless Smoke Alarm System Wireless Smoke &

Carbon Monoxide Alarm System

Works

with

RF Smoke Alarm

RF Smoke Alarm

RF Smoke Alarm

Alarm Controller

RF CO Alarm

Alarm Interface Alarm Interface

RF Smoke Alarm

Alarm Controller

RF Smoke Alarm

Model No. - Alarms Comment

Ei140RC, Ei160e & Ei2110e Series Alarms

The Ei140RC Series Alarms must be fitted on Ei168RC RadioLINK bases.
The Ei160e & Ei2110e Series Alarms must be fitted with an Ei100MRF RadioLINK

Ei262 Mains Carbon Monoxide Alarms The Ei262 has built-in RadioLINK technology

Ei605 & Ei650 Series Smoke Alarms Alarms must be fitted with the correct Ei605 & Ei650 series RadioLINK module

Ei208W powered for life Carbon Monoxide Alarms The Alarms must be fitted with Ei200MRF RadioLINK modules

Ei170RF & other RadioLINK devices Contact us or visit our website for details

Due to our continuous improvements policy, product performance and features are being frequently updated - See Contact Us section

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Module.

Hardwired Output Connection Diagram

External Panel

(Fire / Telecare etc.)

For connection to External Panel see Manufacturers instructions

Ei208WRF

Ei650RF Ei168RC Ei262 Ei450

RF Signal Input

from Ei Alarm System

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Fire / CO Alarm Controller

service

OFF

ON TEST

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

Ei414

11 - 30VDC

230VAC

Wireless (RF) Connection Output Diagram

External RF Panel

(Fire / Telecare etc.)

Ei208WRF

Ei650RF Ei168RC Ei262 Ei450

Fire / CO Alarm Controller

RF Signal Input

from Ei Alarm System

RF

Transmitter

RF

Transmitter

RF

Transmitter

ON TEST

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

For connection to External Panel & RF Transmitter see Manufacturers instructions

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service

OFF

Ei414

11 - 30VDC

230VAC

Input Connection Diagram

External Device

(Strobe etc.)

Ei208WRF Ei650RF Ei168RC Ei262 Ei450

Fire / CO Alarm Controller

RF Fire Signal

Output

service

OFF

ON TEST

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

Ei414

For connection to External Devices see Manufacturers instructions

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230VAC

External

Fire Panel

External

Device

(sprinkler flow valve)

2. Typical Installation Examples

RadioLINK Mains Powered Alarm System

External Panel

(Fire / Telecare etc.)

Ei146RC Smoke Alarm
with Ei168RC
RadioLINK Base

service

OFF

ON TEST

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

Ei414

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Fire / CO Alarm Controller

Ei164e Heat Alarm
fitted with Ei100MRF
RadioLINK

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Ei450 Alarm
Controller

In the event of a fire, the Ei140RC / Ei160e /
Ei2110e will detect Smoke / Heat and either the
Ei100MRF or the Ei168RC base will transmit an
RF fire signal to the Ei414. The Ei414 will then
trigger the external panel.

N.B. The Ei450 Alarm Controller MUST be
used to test the RadioLINK Alarm System (at
least 1 x Ei168RC must be fitted - see ‘User
Information’ section).

RadioLINK Battery Powered Alarm System

External RF Panel

(Fire / Telecare etc.)

RF Transmitter

Ei650RF
Smoke Alarm

service

OFF

ON TEST

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

Ei414

Fire / CO Alarm Controller

Ei603TYCRF
Heat Alarm

Ei450 Alarm
Controller

In the event of a fire, the Ei650RF / Ei603TYCRF
will detect Smoke / Heat and transmit an
RF fire signal to the Ei414. The Ei414 will
then trigger the RF transmitter and alert the
external panel.

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RadioLINK / Hard Wired Hybrid System

External RF Panel

(Fire / Telecare etc.)

fire

RF Transmitters

CO

service

OFF

ON TEST

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

Ei414

Ei650RF

Smoke Alarm

Ei146RC
Smoke Alarm
with Ei168RC
RadioLINK Base

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Ei208WRF
Carbon Monoxide
Alarm

Ei164e
Heat Alarm

Fire / CO Alarm Controller

Ei450 Alarm
Controller

In the event of a fire /
CO event, the relevant
Smoke / Heat / CO
Alarm will transmit an
RF signal to the Ei414.
The Ei414 will then
trigger the relevant RF
transmitter and alert the
external panel.

Screw Fixings

Fire Relay

Service Relay

CO Relay

Screw Fixings

3. Installation

C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC

RadioLINK LED

1

1

2

2

Battery Backup Switch

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Dip Switch (default)

ON

Antenna

0I

ON

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Trigger inputs to send fire

Screw Fixings

SW SW

Voltage Input 12 - 24V

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Volt Free Contacts

signal to the RF Alarm
system. These inputs will
also activate fire relay
(see Dip Switch operation)

DC Power In 11 - 30V

Power inputs

AC Mains Input 230V

0I

Battery Backup Switch

LNE

Power LED

Note: This MUST be switched to the
‘ON’ position upon installation (see ‘Installation’ section)

(N.B. The Lithium battery is not replaceable)

Screw Fixings

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Mounting and Wiring

AC Mains Wiring (230V)

Warning: To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to

the wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

1. Remove the cover (see page 3). Mount the Ei414 in a suitable location
on a wall using the fixings provided, away from any objects that may
block the RF signal (i.e away from metal surfaces). The Ei414 may also be
mounted on a 35mm Din Rail. Mounting clips for this application must
be purchased seperately.

2. Disconnect the AC mains supply from the circuit that is going to be
used. The disconnect device (i.e mains switch) must be an all pole circuit
breaker, with a contact gap of minimum 3mm and disconnects both
poles simultaneously.

3. The house wiring must be connected to the terminal block on the unit:

L: Live – connect to the house wires coloured brown or marked L
N: Neutral – connect to the house wires coloured blue or marked N
E: Earth – connect to yellow/green wires or marked E

Note: Wiring must be installed in compliance with local regulations and
by qualified/competent personnel.

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SW SW

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LNE

Front View: standard wiring

from wall mount

(See adjacent diagram for wiring option using surface trunking and
knockout segments on the back of the base. Remove segments using
a pliers or similar).

4. The green LED will indicate if power has been connected.

5. Ensure the Dip Switch has been set to the correct orientation (see
‘Dip Switch Operation section’).

6. Important: The backup battery switch must be switched on.

7. If using an RF Transmitter connect as advised by the manufacturer to
the relevant relay. Use the knockout segments on the back of the base.
Remove segments using a pliers or similar (See diagrams on page 15).

8. Fit and secure the top cover with the screws provided. (see page 3).

9. Insert and turn the key supplied to the ‘TEST’ position to begin
system testing (see ‘TESTING’ section).

For a 11-30V DC external source

1. The Ei414 should be located next to DC external source.

2. Locate the auxiliary power output in the DC external source and wire
it to the DC Power Input connector on the Ei414.

3. Check that the polarity of the auxiliary power supply has been wired
correctly and the power LED is on.

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Surface
Trunking

Rear View: optional wiring

using surface trunking

Knockout
segments

4. The trigger input voltage signal is optional
and can be triggered by either a 12-24V DC
power supply or alternatively from a dry
contact signal.

5. Repeat steps 5 to 9 as above.

C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC

Knockout
segments

Caution - Alternative Energy Sources –
(wind, solar, UPS etc.)

This product is designed to be connected
to a True Sine Wave 230VAC supply. If
connecting to a power source that uitilises

RF

Transmitter

an inverter, e.g. PV solar panel, the Total
Harmonic Distortion (THD) must be
less than 5%. If in doubt please check
with the manufacturer of the inverter.
This also applies to battery powered UPS
(Uninterruptible Power Supply) inverters

RF Transmitter installation

Front View:

Rear View:

Knockout segments

or Light Dimmer Circuits. The Ei414 must
not be connected when the house wiring
insulation is being checked with high voltages, i.e. do not use a high voltage insulation tester on the
unit. The unit must not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

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DIP Switch Operation

The Ei414 contains a dip switch which specifies whether the device will work in continuous mode or
through a pulsed operation. It is also used to determine whether a hard-wired trigger input will activate
the fire relay or not.

= Switch

1

1

2

2

1

1

2

2

1

1

2

2

1

1

2

2

ON

Relay activates immediately. A hard-wired trigger input will not activate the fire relay

Switch 1 & 2 in the ‘1 & 2’ position

ON

Relay activates immediately. A hard-wired trigger input will activate the fire relay

Switch 1 & 2 in the ‘ON’ position

ON

Relay activates and resets approx 4 seconds later (pulse). A hard-wired trigger input
will not activate the fire relay.

Switch 1 in the ‘O’ position & switch 2 in the ‘2’ position

Relay activates and resets approx 4 seconds later (pulse). A hard-wired trigger input

ON

will activate the fire relay in the same pulsed operation.

Switch 1 in the ‘1’ position & switch 2 in the ‘N’ position

Please note: The dip switch only applies to the Fire and CO relays, it does not apply to the Service relay.

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Keyswitch Orientations

OFF

ON TEST

The Ei414 will be shipped
in the ‘OFF’ position.

When in the ‘OFF’
position the Ei414 does
not respond to any RF
signals.

OFF

ON TEST

In the ‘ON’ position the
Ei414 responds to a fire
alarm signal (activates
the fire relay) or to a CO
alarm signal (activates
the CO relay).\

It will not respond to a
button test signal.

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OFF

ON TEST

In the ‘TEST’ position the
Ei414 responds to a button
test signal (will activate
the fire or the CO relay
depending on the unit that
was button tested).

N.B. When testing the
system with an Ei450
Alarm Controller, only the
fire relay will activate.

4. House Coding

It is essential to House Code the Ei414 to all the other RadioLINK
Alarms and devices in the system to ensure they will not communicate
with nearby systems. Failure to House Code the system may also result
in a system malfunction.

To House Code:

Using a small screwdriver press and hold the House Code
button on the bottom of the Ei414 then release. The
RadioLINK blue LED will light up and then flash rapidly
for a moment.

House Code all other RadioLINK Alarms and devices in the system.
Consult the instruction manuals on how to House Code the Alarms and
devices. It is essential that each individual Alarm / device is put into
House Code mode in it’s actual location.

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RadioLINK LED

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Fire / CO Alarm Interface

House Code Switch

Return to the Ei414 and check that RadioLINK LED is
flashing blue. The number of flashes should equal the
number of RadioLINK Alarms and devices in the system. A
system with 2 x Smoke Alarms, 1 x CO Alarm, 1 x Alarm
Controller and 1 x Ei414 will result in 5 blue flashes. It
may take up to 10 minutes before all 5 flashes are seen.

The flash pattern will repeat every 5 to 10 seconds while
the Ei414 remains in House Code.

If it fails to flash the correct number of times, then
consult the ‘Troubleshooting’ section of this instruction
manual.

Now, walk around the house to verify that all the other
RadioLINK Alarms and devices are giving the correct
amount of flashes.

If any of these fail to flash the correct number of
times, then consult the ‘Troubleshooting’ section of this
instruction manual.

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RadioLINK LED

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

House Code Switch

To complete the commissioning, the system must exit House Code mode.
The units will automatically exit House Code after 30 minutes. Once coded

the system will not communicate with any other RadioLINK Alarms and
devices outside the House Coded group.

To manually exit House Code press the House Code button
on the Ei414. When the RadioLINK LED lights up blue,
release the button. This unit will then send an exit House
Code signal to all the other RadioLINK Alarms and devices
to exit House Code.

After a short period the blue light will turn off and the
system will return to standby mode (normal). Depending on
the number of RadioLINK Alarms and devices in the system
this period could vary from 5 to 20 seconds.

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RadioLINK LED

Fire / CO Alarm Interface

House Code Switch

Reset the House Code

Sometimes in order to resolve an RF communication issue, e.g. Alarms have to be relocated, it may be
necessary to reset and House Code all RadioLINK Alarms and devices in the system again.

To reset the Ei414 press and hold the House Code button. The RadioLINK LED will flash blue briefly and
then go solid. After 5 seconds approx. the blue LED will start flashing slowly. At this point release the House
Code button. The Ei414 has now been reset.

To reset the other RadioLINK Alarms and devices in the system consult the appropriate instruction
manuals.

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5. Testing

The Ei414 must be tested by the installer upon installation. This test is primarily to ensure
the functionality of the entire system i.e. the RadioLINK Alarm System in conjunction with
the other manufacturer’s system. The ‘TEST’ mode facilitates the installer to button test
each Alarm individually to ensure that the correct communication has taken place between

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Testing the alarm system

Insert the key switch and turn to the ‘TEST’ position. Once in test mode the entire system can be tested.
(Relay activation can be confirmed by the flashing of the relevant LED on the front over)

1. Button test each Smoke / Heat Alarm in the system, this will activate the fire relay. Similarily, button
test each CO Alarm in the system, this will activate the CO relay. The person responsible for testing the
system MUST notify the Alarm Receiving Center (or equivalent) that an Alarm system test is in progress.

2. Using an Ei450 Alarm Controller, press the test button and the Alarms in the system will be tested and sound
(It is important to keep the Test button pressed until the Fire relay is activated). Only the fire relay in the Ei414
will activate when testing the system with an Ei450. The CO relay will not activate when tested in this manner.
(This is not a full system test - we recommend each Alarm should be button tested for full system verification).

the Ei414 and the other manufacturer’s system. The installer must ensure that the user has
an Ei450 to test the RadioLINK system. Button testing a mains powered Alarm that is either
sitting on an Ei168RC base, or hardwired to this base will lead to unnecessary call outs.

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6. Service Relay

The Ei414 is designed to act upon Service messages transmitted from any Alarm in a RadioLINK system.
The Service relay will activate after one of the following events: (this will be indicated by the service LED
flashing approx. every 6 secs).

1. Alarm Head Removed – When a Smoke/Heat or CO Alarm is removed from its mounting plate
(RadioLINK+ devices only).

2. Sensor Fault – When there is a fault with a Smoke/Heat/CO Alarm sensor

3. Low Battery – When any Smoke/Heat/CO Alarm in a system has a low battery condition
When the Ei414 indicates that a Service is required please investigate each Alarm in order to detect the

source of the issue. In the instance where an Alarm head has been removed, please replace it. If there is
a Sensor Fault or Low Battery indication (Please consult individual Alarm manual for fault indicators) the
Alarm must be replaced.

Reset Service Relay

The Service relay can be reset in two different ways.

1. Identifying and fixing the appropriate issue as indicated in the section above. When the issue is cleared,
the Service relay will reset within a max. of 5 hours.

2. Turn the keyswitch to the ‘TEST’ mode position and then button test any Smoke/Heat/CO Alarm head. This
will reset the Service Relay on the Ei414, while setting the Fire/CO relay. When the button is released the

Fire/CO relay will be reset . This will also work when pressing the Test button on the Ei450 Alarm Controller.

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7. User Information

Having an Ei414 Fire/CO Alarm Interface installed in conjunction with an other manufacturer’s system gives
the user additional protection. However it is essential that all Smoke/Heat/CO Alarms are tested weekly.

If an Ei168RC RadioLINK Base is installed in the system then the system must be tested using an Ei450
Alarm Controller.

Frequent testing of the Fire/CO Alarm system is advised to ensure its continued and safe operation.
Guidelines and best practices for testing are as follows:

1. After the system is installed.

2. Once weekly thereafter.

3. After prolonged absence from the dwelling (e.g. after holiday period).

4. After repair or servicing of any of the system’s elements or household electrical works.
Please refer to the Operation section of the user manual for the Ei450 for more detailed information on

testing the RadioLINK system.

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When the alarm system sounds

N.B. If there has been an emergency evacuation procedure put in place by the Alarm Monitoring Centre
(or equivalent), please follow those instructions in case of an emergency.

If there has not been any specific instructions issued by the Alarm Monitoring Centre, please follow the
basic responses in the instance of a fire or CO event.

If there is a fire, immediately evacuate the premises and telephone the fire brigade.

 If a CO Alarm has sounded, open all doors and windows while evacuating the premises.

Contact the appropriate authorities to report the incident.

The Ei450 Controller is a useful device in that it will indicate whether there is a fire / CO

event taking place. The relevant icon on the Ei450 Controller will be flashing.

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8. Troubleshooting the RadioLINK

If, when checking the RadioLINK interconnection, some of the Alarms do not respond, repeat the steps in
the ‘Housecode’ procedure:

(i) Ensure the Ei414 has been activated correctly. Check that the power on procedure operates as described
in the ‘Installation’ section.

(ii) Relocate the Ei414 and/or rotate/relocate the RadioLINK Alarms. There are a number of reasons why
the RadioLINK signals may not reach all the Alarms in your system. Try rotating the Alarms or relocating
the Alarms (e.g. move them away from metal surfaces or wiring) as this can significantly improve signal
reception.

Rotating and/or relocating the Alarms 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 therefore important to check that
all Alarms are communicating in their final installed positions. If Alarms are rotated and/or relocated,
we recommend that all Alarms are returned to the factory settings (see the respective use and care
instructions). Then House Code all Alarms again in their final positions. The RadioLINK interconnection
should then be checked again.

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9. Technical Specification

Power Required: Mains 230VAC or 11-30VDC
RF Range: Over 100 meters in free space
RF Visual Indicator: Blue light indicates RF activity
Power Indicator: Green light indicates mains or DC power connected
Alarm Indicator: Red light for Fire (marked) - Red light for CO (marked)
Service Indicator: Red light (marked)
RF Frequency: 868.499 MHz
Mounting: Can be easily mounted onto a wall
Guarantee: 5 Years
Outputs: Fire Alarm Relay (NO/NC) - CO Alarm Relay (NO/NC) - Service Alarm Relay (NO/NC)
Relay Contacts: All relays are rated 250VAC @ 5 Amp. Resistive
Normal Operating and
Storage Temperature Range: 0 – 40
Normal Operating and
Storage Humidity Range: 15% to 95% Relative Humidity – non condensing

Dimensions: 185mm x 90mm x 37mm - Weight: 300g

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10. Service & Guarantee

If for any reason the Ei414 needs to be replaced, it must only be disconnected by a qualified engineer or
electrician. The device should then be returned for repair or replacement to the nearest address given on
the device or in this leaflet. State the nature of the fault, where the unit was purchased and the date of
purchase.

Five Year Guarantee

Ei Electronics guarantees this Fire / CO Alarm Interface for five years from date of purchase against any
defects that are due to faulty materials or workmanship. This guarantee only applies to normal conditions
of use and service, and does not include damage resulting from accident, neglect, misuse, unauthorised
dismantling, or contamination howsoever caused. This guarantee excludes incidental and consequential
damage. If this device should become defective within the guarantee period, it must be returned to Ei
Electronics, with proof of purchase, carefully packaged, with the problem clearly stated. We shall at our
discretion repair or replace the faulty unit.

Do not interfere with the Ei414 or attempt to tamper with it. This will invalidate the guarantee, but more
importantly may expose the user to shock or fire hazards.

Caution: The Lithium back-up battery is not replaceable. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is
tampered with.

This guarantee is in addition to your statutory rights as a consumer.

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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.

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11. Contact Us

Aico Ltd

Mile End Business Park,

Maesbury Road, Oswestry,
Shropshire SY10 8NN, U.K.
Telephone: [phone]

www.aico.co.uk

Ei Electronics

Shannon Industrial Estate,

Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland.

Telephone: [phone]

www.eielectronics.com

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