ELK 6050 User Manual
ELK-6050
Wireless Photoelectronic Smoke Detector with
built-in rate-of-rise and fixed temp Heat Sensor
Applications and Overview
The ELK-6050 Wireless Smoke Detector is designed for use with Elk's
two-way wireless product line consisting of the ELK-M1XRFTW
Transceiver and the ELK-M1 Control. It is intended for residential
applications and incorporates many features designed to ensure its
reliable performance.
The 6050 is powered by long life 3V Lithium batteries, providing power
to both the detector and the built-in wireless transmitter.
photoelectric smoke detection technology, and also includes fixed
temperature 135°F heat detection and rapid "rate-of-rise" temperature
detection. Built-in self-diagnostics monitors sensitivity and operation
status. Should the unit drift out of the UL Listed sensitivity range or fail
the internal diagnostics, it will extinguish its Alarm/Status LED and signal
a trouble condition to the Control.
sensitivity testing requirements without the need for external meters. A
sensitivity test feature provides visual indication of the sensitivity level
and warns if service is required. Built-in drift compensation allows the
product to adjust sensitivity automatically as it becomes dirty over time.
The drift compensation feature dramatically increases the time between
cleanings, as well as reducing the chance of nuisance alarms.
This detector meets NFPA 72 field
Specifications
Operating Voltage: 3 VDC
Average Standby Current: 10 μA
Maximum Alarm Current: 30 mA
Battery Type: 3V Lithium x 2, Panasonic CR123A,
Smoke Detection: Photoelectronic
Sensitivity: .88% to 3.63%/ ft.
Heat Detection: Fixed 135°F ± 5°F (57.2°C ± 2.8°C)
Built-in Sounder: 85 dBa at 10’ temporal pattern
Battery Trouble Threshold: 2.75V
Low Battery Beep Rate: 1 every 45 seconds.
Wireless Freq: 902 Mhz - 928 Mhz frequency hopping
Maximum wireless range: 200 feet
Dimensions: 5.6" x 2.4" (14.2cm x 6.1cm)
Operating Temperature: 40 to 100°F (4.4 to 37.8°C)
Operating Humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing
Agency Listings: UL268
Duracel DL123A (meets UL minimum 1
year life expectancy requirement)
Rate-of-Rise 15°F/min>105°F (8.3°C/
min>40.6°C)
About This Guide
This Guide describes the installation, operation, and maintenance of this
product. Please read these instructions thoroughly prior to installation.
Installer: This document should be left with the owner/user.
Owner/User: Keep this document in a handy location and refer to it
when you have questions about this products functions or features.
Reading this guide is the only way to learn how to use your product
wisely and to know how to react in the event of an alarm. This product
is a member of a reliable, high-quality product family using the latest
technology available. Review the information in this section to
ensure you get the most out of the product. The information in this
User Guide is in accordance with NFPA 72.
The unit utilizes
Installation Instructions
Alarm/
Status LED
Heat Sensor
and Ack LED
Test/Silence
Button
Components List
Smoke Detector electronics assembly
Mounting Baseplate
Mounting Screws and Anchors
Two CR123A lithium batteries
This User Guide
Two-way Communications
When multiple ELK-6050 Smoke Detectors are installed and enrolled into
the same Control the two-way communications features offered by the
Elk wireless permit certain communications to flow in both directions. For
example; whenever any 6050 Smoke Detector alarms and the alarm is
communicated to the Control, the Control will broadcast a signal to all other
enrolled 6050 Smoke Detectors informing them to turn on their sounder.
Likewise, whenever the alarm is silenced at the Control, a broadcast will
be transmitted to silence the other "like" detectors. EXCEPTION: If smoke
is still present in a detector, that detector will not cease sounding until the
smoke has been cleared. Below is a complete listing of the two-way
communications signals:
Alarm - Sent from 6050 to the Control advising that the
detection chamber has sufficient smoke or heat to
qualify as an alarm condition.
Trouble - Sent from 6050 to the Control advising that the
detector has an internal fault and may require
service.
Low - Sent from 6050 to the Control advising that the
Battery batteries have reached a low voltage state and
must be replaced to maintain proper operation.
Test/Silence - Sent from 6050 to the Control advising that the Test
Button was pressed on a detector. Also used to
silence the alarm on that individual detector.
Sounder On - Sent from Control to all enrolled 6050 Smoke Detectors
informing them to activate their sounder.
Sounder Off - Sent from Control to all enrolled 6050 Smoke Detectors
informing them to silence their sounder. This is
triggered by the silencing of the Fire Audible. NOTE:
A detector will not silence if it continues to detect
smoke or heat.
Trouble Off - Sent from Control to all enrolled 6050 Smoke Detectors
informing them to silence their trouble chirps. In the
case of a low battery trouble chirp, if the batteries
are not replaced then the chirp will re-start after 24
hours.
Alarm
Sounder
Heat
Sensor
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WARNING! LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE DETECTORS
Wireless smoke detectors are very reliable, but may not work under
all conditions. No fire alarm provides total protection of life or property.
Smoke detectors are not a substitute for life insurance.
Smoke Detectors require a source of power to work. This
smoke detector will not operate and the alarm will not sound if batteries
are dead or not installed properly.
Smoke Detectors may not be heard. A sound sleeper or someone
who has taken drugs or alcohol may not awaken if the alarm is installed
outside a bedroom. Closed or partially closed doors and distance can
block sound. This alarm is not designed for the hearing impaired.
Smoke Detectors may not always activate and provide warning
early enough. Smoke detectors only activate when enough smoke
reaches the alarm. If a fire starts in a chimney, wall, roof, on the other
side of closed doors, or on a different level of the property, enough
smoke may not reach the alarm for it to alarm.
Smoke Detectors are a significant help in reducing loss, injury and even
death. However, no matter how good a detection device is, nothing
works perfectly under every circumstance and we must warn you that
you cannot expect a smoke alarm to ensure that you will never suffer
any damage or injury.
Current studies have shown smoke detectors may not awaken all
sleeping individuals. It is the responsibility of individuals in the household
that are capable of assisting others to provide assistance to those who
may not be awakened by the alarm sound, or to those who may be
incapable of safely evacuating the area unassisted.
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When choosing an installation location, consider:
o Use of structure and type of construction
o Contents you want to protect and their burning characteristics
o Human occupancy
o Total area to be monitored
o Ceiling height and surface condition
o Air movement and vent locations
o Obstructions
o Deflections
After considering these factors, choose a location:
o Where the temperature range is between 40° and 100° F (4.4° and
37.8° C).
o Where the humidity is between 0 and 90% non-condensing.
o Away from ventilation sources that can prevent smoke from reaching
the smoke alarm.
o That is at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from bathrooms.
When placing the product on a ceiling, mount it in the center of the room
or hallway, at least 4 inches (10cm) away from any walls or partitions.
When mounting the product on a wall, place it so the top is 4 to 12 inches
(10 to 31cm) below the ceiling.
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WHERE TO INSTALL
Warning: As a minimum requirement, smoke detectors must be installed in
accordance with the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Standard 72,
Chapters 2, 3, and 5, which define the standards for the National Fire Alarm
Code (National Fire Protection Association), Batterymarch Park, MA 02269-
9101). Depending on the application, you may need to reference other
chapters of NFPA 72 or NFPA 101.In addition, observe all local and national
building and electrical codes. See back page for listing of NFPA Guidelines.
In rooms with sloped, peaked, or gabled ceilings, place smoke alarms 3
feet (.9 m) down or away from the highest point of the ceiling.
If mounting to suspended ceiling tile, secure the tile with the appropriate
fastener to prevent tile removal.
Smoke detectors are not to be used with alarm guards unless the
combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
Note: A smoke detector does not provide warnings for fires resulting from
explosions, smoking in bed, or other furniture; ignition of flammable liquids,
vapors and gasses; and children playing with matches or lighters.
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Locations to Avoid
o Areas where normal ambient temperature exceeds 100° F (37.8° C).
o Dirty, dusty, insect infested areas.
o In or near areas with combustion particles (kitchens, garages,
furnaces, hot-water heaters, gas space heaters).
o On the ceiling in rooms next to kitchens, where there is no transom
between the kitchen and such rooms.
o Damp or humid areas, or near bathrooms with showers.
o Near fresh-air inlets or returns or very drafty areas.
o Near heating/air conditioning vents, fans, and fresh air intakes, which
can drive smoke away from the smoke alarm.
o In dead-air spaces at the top of peaked ceilings or in corners where
walls and ceiling meet. Dead air can prevent smoke from reaching a
smoke alarm/alarm.
o Within 10 feet (3 m) of fluorescent light fixtures.
o Not suitable for outdoor use.
In Case of Fire
o Leave immediately. Don’t stop to pack or search for valuables.
o In heavy smoke, hold your breath and stay low, crawl if necessary.
The clearest air is usually near the floor.
o If you have to go through a closed door, carefully feel the door and
door knob to see if undue heat is present. If they seem cool, brace your
foot against the bottom of the door with your hip against the door and
one hand against the top edge. Open it slightly. If a rush of hot air is
felt, slam the door quickly and latch it. Unvented fire tends to build up
considerable pressure. Be sure all members of the household realize
and understand this danger.
o Use your neighbor’s phone or a street fire alarm box to call the fire
department. The job of extinguishing the fire should be left to the
professionals.
Be Prepared
Practice the following steps to prepare you and your family in the event
of a fire:
o Perform fire drills regularly. Use them to assure recognition of an alarm
signal.
o Draw a floor plan and show two exits from each room. It is important
that children be instructed carefully, because they tend to hide in times
of crisis.
o Establish one meeting place outside the home. Insist that everyone
meet there during an alarm. This will eliminate the tragedy of someone
reentering the house for a missing member who is actually safe.
o If you have children and/or physically challenged people residing in
your household, use window decals to help emergency personnel
identify the sleeping quarters of these individuals.
Mounting the Smoke Detector
Please enroll (add) the Smoke Detector into the Control and
perform a Full-Alarm test with the detector temporarily
positioned in the intended mounting location. This should be
done PRIOR to permanent mounting to help ensure that the
location is suitably in range of the wireless Transceiver and/or
the Control. A little extra time and a few steps now can often
save loads of time later.
A. Before mounting disconnect or disable any alarm-notification
appliances (bells, sirens), any service-release devices, and any
extinguishing systems that may be a part of the Control panel. Test
communications between the control panel and smoke detector
before permanently mounting. Test as follows:
o Hold the Smoke Detector in the approximate location where it is
to be installed.
o Press the alarm test button on the front of the unit for approximately
4 seconds. The built-in sounder should go into alarm and a
wireless alarm transmission should be sent to the Control.
o At the Control Keypad, verify that the signal was received and that
the Fire Alarm sounded. If no signal is received or the RF signal
is low, relocate the smoke alarm and retest.
B. Using two supplied screws and anchors, mount the detector baseplate.
Note: NEVER attach this Smoke Detector to a removable ceiling panel
unless some form of span support bracket is utilized. The best
recommendation is to always mount directly to the metal grid support
of the removable ceiling panels.
C. Attach the Smoke Detector to the mounting baseplate as follows:
o Line up the raised alignment tab on the lip of the detector with the
alignment arrow on the mounting base.
o Insert the detector into the base and turn clockwise about 15
degrees until it snaps into place.
Alignment tab
Alignment arrow
IMPORTANT:
It is recommend that the Smoke Detector be enrolled
Note: The product is designed so that it cannot be attached to the mounting
base if no batteries are installed.
(added) into the Control and a Full-Test be performed
prior to permanently mounting the detector in the
intended location.
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D. Test communications between the Smoke Detector and the Control
once again.
- Press the Test button on the front of the unit for 4 seconds. Both
the unit itself and the Control should sound an alarm.
- Verify the alarm and silence at the Control by entering a valid User
Code.
E. The Control and all auxiliary functions should be verified for a complete
test of the system.
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