
PLEASE READ THIS USER GUIDE CAREFULLY

PLEASE READ THE USER
GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE
INSTALLATION AND RETAIN
FOR FUTURE USE.
Cavius DIY Smoke Alarm
Model 2008-002 / 10012 / 10013 / 10014
Manufactured by CAVIUS
For large text option and maintenance guide visit
www.cavius.co.nz/resources
www.cavius.com.au/resources
1.

The CAVIUS™ is smoke alarm is a
photoelectric alarm designed to be installed
into residential homes, camper-vans
and caravans.
It is not recommended for boats.
CERTIFIED TO AUSTRALIAN STANDARD
AS3786:2014
2.

The best locations in your home to install
the smoke alarm:
•
Place a smoke alarm between possible fire
sources and bedrooms as a minimum.
•
Smoke alarms on each floor, in hallways and
stairways.
•
Smoke alarms in each room such as bedrooms
and living rooms.
Additional smoke alarms will increase the
security. The NZ and Australian Fire Services
recommend smoke alarms in every bedroom,
hallway and living area for early re detection.
4.

Installation of smoke alarm:
1. Use the mounting
base ring to mark the
screw holes on the ceiling.
Use the enclosed screws
and plugs for installing
the mounting base.
MARK UP
SCREW HOLES
WITH A PEN
Info: The label in the product
must not be removed due to
important information
regarding the product.
6.

Placement: Designed for placement on ceiling
(preferred) or wall. The smoke alarm should be a
minimum 50 cm from the wall, with a minimum of
one smoke alarm per floor and a maximum distance
between smoke alarms of 10 metres.
CEILING
CEILING
WALL WALL
50cm
MINIMUM 50cm
FROM WALL
MINIMUM 30cm AND
MAXIMUM 50cm
FROM CEILING
8.

2. After mounting, allow 5 seconds for the alarm
to power up and then test the smoke alarm by
pushing the test button (which is the entire top
of the alarm). The alarm should produce a loud
sound
9.

The smoke alarm may NOT be placed:
•
In dusty rooms
•
At the top of high pointed ceilings, instead place
a minimum of 50cm to a maximum of 150 cms
from the appex.
•
Within 50cm of a wall.
•
In rooms where the temperature goes outside
+5º to 45ºC or above 90% relative humidity
non condensing.
•
In kitchens, garages, or too close to fireplaces.
In areas that get damp or where gases may occur.
Place the smoke alarm where it is reachable
in order to test the battery and complete maintenance.
10.

Maintenance: The smoke alarm should be vacuum
cleaned once per quarter, and can be wiped with a
slightly damp cloth (do not open the alarm).
Test the smoke alarm
once per month by
pushing the test
button.
The smoke alarm
should produce
a loud alarm tone.
11.

FUNCTIONAL INFORMATION
Type of alarm: CAVIUS™ smoke alarm is a photo
electric smoke alarm.
Alarm signal: Fire alarm activation is indicated
by a series of repeated tones. The minimum sound
level is 85 dB at 3 metres.
Battery: Powered by
a non-replaceable 3v
CR123 A DURACELL
Lithium battery with
10-year life (included).
12.

Low battery indicator: A short acoustic “beep”
will sound and the LED will flash every 48 seconds
when the battery is near the end of its life. In this
stage it will continue for a minimum of 30 days.
You must change the smoke alarm after 10 years of
use, or if the smoke alarm has suffered any damage.
The smoke alarm is not active unless it is clicked
into the mounting base.
Always test the smoke alarm after clicking into the
mounting base, allow 5 seconds before testing.
13.

Smoke alarm signal: The smoke alarms have
a visual and acoustic signal. In the passive state,
the LED will flash every 48 seconds to indicate
normal function. In alarming state the LED will flash
and the alarm will emit a sweeping sound pattern
designed to alert occupants.
14.

Hush function: In case of unintentional or false
alarms, press the hush button for 2 seconds (which
is the entire bottom of the alarm). This will mute the
alarm for 10 minutes, after which time the alarm will
automatically resume its normal function.
15.

Fault nding: If the smoke alarm activates without a
visible smoke or fire presence, then possible causes
could be:
• Dust particles which have entered the smoke
chamber, these can be removed by vacuuming
around the mesh.
If the smoke alarm does not work when the test
button is pushed, please check our Trouble Shooting
Guides at;
www.cavius.co.nz and www.cavius.com.au
16.

Other information:
•
Do not paint the smoke alarm.
•
Note the local country regulations regarding
installation of mains powered smoke alarms
in new buildings.
Disposal: For battery and product, please dispose
properly at end of life. This is electronic waste
that should be recycled.
17.

MANUFACTURED BY:
Aps
Julsøvej 16 - DK8600 Silkeborg
www.cavius.com -
[email protected]
Manufactured in P.R.C.
DISTRIBUTOR INFORMATION:
CAVIUS Nano Ltd. 8 King Street, Te Puke. 3119,
Bay Of Plenty 3118. P.O Box 11241, Palm Beach Plaza,
Papamoa, Bay Of Plenty 3151, New Zealand.
www.cavius.co.nz
Hotline: 0800 766533 or 07 542 2191
REP ELEC.
Locked Bag 45, Plumpton, NSW 2761, Australia.
www.cavius.com.au - PH: 1300 555 586

Warranty:
Your CAVIUS™ smoke alarm has a 5 year warranty
from the date of purchase against defect in material
and workmanship. Faulty units during this period can be
returned to the place of purchase. You must provide the
proof of purchase date and such defects will be repaired,
or replaced at the distributors option, without charge. This
Warranty only covers defects in materials or workmanship in
normal residential use and does not cover
damage resulting from negligent handling,
misuse or lack of reasonable care.
This warranty is in lieu of any other
warranty either expressed or implied.
AS3786:2014
Model Number 2008-002 / 10012 / 10013 / 10014
126982 rev2
19.

Type of mounting Ceiling and Wall
Mounting
Main power supply Internal power
(battery included)
Battery duration 10 years
Interconnectable device Yes No
Suitable for installation
in mobile home Yes No
Product overview:
20.

Connection to external
auxiliary devices Yes No
Radio link Yes No
Individual alarm indicator Yes No
Alarm silence facility
(10min) Yes No
No radioactivity
infrared technology Yes No
Accessibility option Yes No
21.