Linear DXS-72-EC User Manual

DXS-72/EC

WIRELESS PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE ALARM

Installation

Instructions

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DXS-72/EC FE ATURES INSTALL BATTERIES CHOOSE ALARM LOCATION

TRANSMITTER BOARD

DXS

FORMAT

TRANSMIT LED

TRANSMITTER TEST BUTTON

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The DXS-72/EC is a photoelectric smoke alarm with a built-in transmitter designed for use with Linear’s DXS and DX Format receivers. When smoke is detected, the alarm sounds a loud local alarm. Twenty seconds after the local alarm sounds, the built-in transmitter sends a digitally coded wireless signal to its companion receiver. The wireless signal will be repeated every 20 seconds as long as smoke is still present.

The digital DXS code format features over a million possible codes. The DXS transmitters are precoded at the factory to unique codes, so no ﬁ eld coding is required. The DXS-72/EC can send three different codes: alarm, test and low battery status.

For versatility, any transmitter can be programmed into any receiver

channel. Receivers must be programmed to the transmitter’s code before system testing and operation. Refer to the receiver’s

instructions for details on programming.

The unit is powered by two 9-volt alkaline or lithium batteries. These batteries are supplied with the transmitter and can power the unit for up to two years. Every hour, the DXS-72/EC will send a status transmission to the receiver. The hourly signal updates the receiver to the transmitter’s condition. By monitoring status transmissions, the receiver can determine if a transmitter has a low battery or has been removed from the system. If the battery voltage drops below a preset level the alarm will sound low battery beeps and a low battery signal will be sent to the receiver with status reports (some receivers can report low battery status, others cannot).

 NOTE: After replacing batteries, press transmitter test button

to reset “low battery circuit”.

PRESS TRANSMITTER TEST BUTTON AFTER INSTALLING BATTERIES TO RESET LOW BATTERY CIRCUIT

REMOVE MOUNTING PLATE

MATCH UP ALIGNMENT TABS

TWIST SMOKE ALARM CLOCKWISE TO LOCK TO MOUNTING PLATE

READ THE STANDARD FOR SMOKE ALARM LOCATION ON THE BACK OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DETERMINE THE PROPER LOCATION FOR THE ALARM

BED

HALL

ROOM

RECREATION ROOM

Indicates required smoke alarm Indicates optional smoke alarm if door is not provided between Living and Recreation Rooms

BATTERY HOLDING CUPS

CONNECT AND INSTALL TWO 9-VOLT BATTERIES

9-VOLT BATTERY TYPES:

EVEREADY 216, 522, OR 1222 DURACELL MN1604 GOLD PEAK 1604P, 1604S ULTRALIFE LITHIUM U9VL

LIVING ROOM

BASEMENT

INSTALL MOUNTING PLATE PROGRAM RECEIVER MOUNT ALARM ON PLATE

SCREW ANCHORS FOR WALLBOARD

REFER TO RECEIVER'S INSTRUCTIONS TO PREPARE RECEIVER TO ACCEPT THE TRANSMITTER'S CODE

PRESS TRANSMITTER TEST BUTTON TO SEND SIGNAL

BED

ROOM

MATCH UP ALIGNMENT TABS

PLASTIC SINGLE-GANG ELECTRICAL BOX

TWIST SMOKE ALARM CLOCKWISE TO LOCK TO MOUNTING PLATE

TEST SYSTEM STANDARD FOR ALARM LOCATION

PRESS AND HOLD ALARM TEST BUTTON FOR ONE MINUTE

20 SECONDS AFTER SOUNDER STARTS TRANSMITTER WILL SEND SIGNAL

VERIFY THAT RECEIVER ACTIVATES

The purpose of an early warning smoke alarm is to detect the presence of ﬁ re in its early stages, and sound an alarm giving the occupants more time to exit the premise before the smoke reaches a dangerous concentration level.

KNOW FIRE HAZARDS. No detection device can protect life in all situations. Therefore, safeguards should be taken to avoid such potentially dangerous situations as: smoking in bed, leaving children home alone, cleaning with ﬂ ammable liquids such as gasoline.

The best ﬁ re protection is minimizing ﬁ re hazards through proper storage of materials and general good housekeeping techniques. A cluttered basement, attic, or other storage area is an open invitation to ﬁ re.

Careless use of combustible materials and electrical appliances, or overloading of electrical outlets are other prime causes in starting ﬁ res.

It is most important that explosive and/or fast burning materials be eliminated from the home, if at all possible.

The DXS-72/EC should be installed as follows:

2:1.1.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unﬁ nished attics. In new construction, a smoke alarm shall be installed in each sleeping room.

2-1.1.2 For family living units with one or more split levels (i.e., adjacent levels with less than one full story separation between levels), a smoke alarm required by 2-1.1.1 shall sufﬁ ce for an adjacent lower level, including basements. (Exception: Where there is an intervening door between one level and the adjacent lower level, a smoke alarm shall be installed on the lower level.)

 Ceiling mounted smoke alarms should be located in the center of the room or hall, or not less than 4 inches from any wall. When the alarm is mounted on a wall, the top of the alarm should be 4 to 12 inches from the ceiling.

 Do not install smoke alarms where normal ambient temperatures are above 100°F (37.8°C), or below 40°F (4°C). Also, do not locate alarm in front of air conditioners, heating registers, or other locations where normal air circulation will keep smoke from entering the detector.

FIRE PREVENTION AND ESCAPE

IN CASE OF FIRE. Leave immediately. Don’t stop to pack or search for valuables. In heavy smoke, hold your breath and stay low - crawl if necessary. The clearest air is usually at the ﬂ oor.

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 relatively 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 ﬁ re tends to build up considerable pressure. Be sure all the household realizes and understands this danger.

Use your neighbor’s phone or a street ﬁ re alarm box. The job of extinguishing the ﬁ re should be left to the professionals. Too many unforeseen things can occur when inexperienced people try to extinguish a ﬁ re.

A-2.5.2.1

Smoke Detection - Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable?

The required number of smoke alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required smoke alarms. For this reason, it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional smoke alarms for those areas for increased protection. The additional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility room and hallways not protected by the required smoke alarms. The installation of smoke alarms in kitchens, attics (furnished or unfurnished), or garages is not normally recommended, as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation.

R&TTE VAEE 28365, EMC, SFT, ETS

Linear Corporation declares that the apparatus DXS-72/EC complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1995/5/EC.

BE PREPARED. Perform ﬁ re drills regularly. Use them to assure recognition of an alarm signal. For your protection, simulate different circumstances (smoke in hall, in living room, etc.). Then have everyone react to the situation. Draw a ﬂ oor plan and show two exits from each room. Frequently a knotted rope or ladder from a window will serve this purpose. It is important that children be instructed carefully, because they tend to hide in times of crisis.

It is imperative that one meeting place outside the home be established. You should 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.

If you have children and/or invalids residing in your household, you can help your ﬁ re department. Most ﬁ re depar tments have window decals available for use in children’s or invalid’s bedrooms. Properly used, these decals will quickly identify sleeping quarters of these individuals and show the ﬁ re depar tment where to look ﬁ rst for members of your household.

Even after proper precautions have been taken, ﬁ res can start. Be prepared.

EX AMPLE ALARM LOCATIONS INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY

DINING

KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM

SMOKE ALARM

LIVING ROOM

A smoke alarm should be located between the sleeping area and the rest of the family living unit.

DINING KITCHEN BEDROOM

ROOM

BEDROOM

SMOKE

ALARMS

In family living units with more than one sleeping area, a smoke alarm should be provided to protect each.

LIVING ROOM

BEDROOM

LIVING ROOM

BASEMENT

HALL

BED

ROOM

HALL

DINING

ROOM

BASEMENT

BED

ROOM

BED

ROOM

RECREATION ROOM

Indicates required smoke alarm Indicates optional smoke alarm if door is not provided between Living and Recreation Rooms

BED

ROOM

LIVING ROOM

A smoke alarm should be located on each story.

This Linear product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12) months. The Warranty Expiration Date is labeled on the product. This warranty extends only to wholesale customers who buy direct from Linear or through Linear’s normal distribution channels. Linear does not warrant this product to consumers. Consumers should inquire from their selling dealer as to the nature of the dealer’s warranty, if any. There

are no obligations or liabilities on the part of Linear Corporation for consequential damages arising out of or in connection with use or performance of this product or other indirect damages with respect to loss of property, revenue, or proﬁ t, or cost of removal, installation, or reinstallation. All implied warranties, including implied warranties

for merchantability and implied warranties for ﬁ tness, are valid only until Warranty Expiration Date as labeled on the product. This Linear Corporation Warranty is lieu of all other warranties express or implied. For warranty service on Linear equipment return product, at sender’s expense to: Linear Hong Kong 19/F Hounor Industrial Centre, 6 Sun Yip Street Chai Wan, Hong Kong Attention: Repairs Department

REPAIRS POLICY

Charges will be made for equipment that is not in warranty, shows customer abuse, or is damaged by the effects of lightning, water, ﬁ re, or other abnormal happenings. Customer’s equipment sent in for repair may be repaired or replaced with new or remanufactured equipment at Linear’s discretion.The customer is always responsible for shipping and handling charges to the repairs facility. Linear will pay return shipping and handling charges on “in warranty” products shipped back to the customer. The customer will be billed for the return shipping and handling charges on “out of warranty” products.

There will be a 50% expedite fee for any express requests.

The International Sales Manager must be notiﬁ ed prior to the return of product to Linear. All international returns must have an International Repair Authorization number (IRA#). The number must be marked on all packages. Failure to do so will cause delays in processing.

IMPORTANT!!!

Linear radio controls provide a reliable communications link and ﬁ ll an important need in portable wireless signaling. However, there are some limitations which must be observed.The radios are required to comply with local rules and regulations as radio devices. As such, they have limited transmitter power and therefore limited range.

A receiver cannot respond to more than one transmitted signal at a time and may be blocked by radio signals that occur on or near their operating frequencies, regardless of code settings. Changes or modiﬁ cations to the device may void regulatory compliance.Infrequently used radio links should be tested regularly to protect against undetected interference or fault. A general knowledge of radio and its vagaries should be gained prior to acting as a wholesale distributor or dealer, and these facts should be communicated to the ultimate users.