Rosslare SA 61G, SA 61H Users Manual

SA-61

Wireless Smoke Detector

Installation Manual

1. Introduction

The SA-61 is a battery-operated Wireless Smoke Detector.

It is available in two frequencies:

The smoke sensor unit can easily be plugged into or detached from the
wireless base unit (AS-60) for cleaning and maintenance purposes.

A mechanical key on the sensor is designed to avoid mismatching or
incorrect installation of the sensor and base. The sensor chamber is
engineered to sense smoke from a wide range of combustion sources.
The chamber is well protected from insects and dust contamination.

A LED indicator on the sensor unit shows the operating status and
Alarm mode, while an RF LED is located in the base unit and indicates
RF transmissions, such as alarms and tamper.

The SA-61 smoke detector has a low profile, as well as a professional
and trendy appearance.

2. Technical Specifications

2.1 Electrical Characteristics

Power Supply Voltage

Battery Life

Avg. Standby Current

Max. Alarm Current

Siren Output

Sensitivity

Frequency

2.2 Environmental Characteristics

Environment

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Operating Humidity

2.3 Physical Characteristics

Weight

Dimensions (L x W x H)

CR123 3 V 1300 mAh

Three years with regular use

30 µA

75 mA

85 dB at 1 m (built-in)

2.5%/ ft nominal (0.5~4%/ft)

G (433.92 MHz), H (868.35 MHz)

Indoor

0°C to 35.8°C (32°F to 100°F)

-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)

0 to 95% RH (non-condensing)

120 g (4.23 oz)

121.9 x 121.9 x 34 mm (4.8 x 4.8 x 1.34 in.)

433.92 MHz or 868.35 MHz.

September 2012

Figure 1: SA-61

2.4 Modes of Operation

Normal Mode

Alarm Mode

Low Battery Mode

2.5 Signaling and Events

Tamper Event

Signaling Type

Report Types

The indicated LED flashes once every 344 seconds
(to save battery life) to show it is working.

The detector goes into Alarm mode if it detects
smoke. In Alarm mode, the indicated LED and the RF
LED quickly flashes and the Piezoelectric sounder is
activated.

When the battery voltage is low, the detector beeps
every 43 seconds.

When the sensor is disconnected from the base or
the base unit from the ceiling.

Red LED on detector, red LED in base unit

Alarm, Tamper, Low Battery
Alarm Report:

• Every 20 seconds during first 3 min

• Every 3 min from 3 min till 30 min

• Alarm event is no longer sent after 30 min or

immediately upon Alarm Restore (When the am-

bient environment somke concetration is lower than

the alarm level for a zone)

3. Installation

3.1 Choosing a Mounting Location

A smoke detector should be installed according to NFPA (National Fire
Protection Association) Standard 72. For complete coverage in
residential units, smoke detectors should be installed in all rooms, halls,
storage areas, and basements. At the least, one detector should be
placed on each floor and in each sleeping area.

Install smoke detectors as close to the center of the ceiling as possible
or at least 10 cm (4 inches) away from any wall or corner.

Do NOT locate smoke detectors at the top of peaked or gabled
ceilings; the dead air space in these locations may prevent the unit
from detecting smoke. Avoid areas with turbulent air flow such as near
doors, fans or windows. Rapid air movement around the detector may
prevent smoke from entering the unit and affected the accuracy.

3.2 Smoke Detector Limitations

 Smoke detectors will not sense a fire if the smoke does not reach

the sensor.

 Smoke detectors may not be heard. Be sure to locate the smoke

detector within hearing distance.

 Smoke from a slow fire rises slowly and may not reach the smoke

detector until the fire gets bigger.

 To keep your smoke detectors working properly, be sure to

maintain the unit according to manufacturer’s recommendations
and UL and NFPA standards.

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3.3 Disassembly

The unit arrives assembled, so you must disassemble the unit into its
three pieces before you can mount it.

To disassemble:

1. Turn the sensor counter-clockwise to the “Loose” position as
shown in Figure 2 and gently remove the sensor.

Figure 2: Loose and Lock Positions

2. Gently separate the top part of the base unit from the lower part.

3.4 Mounting the Base Unit

The AS-60 base unit provides different punch out options for different
gang box standards for mounting to 3 1/2-inch and 4-inch octagonal,
single-gang, and 4-inch square back boxes (Figure 3).

3.5 Inserting the Battery

The battery compartment is designed to meet UL requirement. A lever
has been inserted to avoid attaching the sensor unit without the
battery being inserted.

To insert the battery:

1. Load the battery into the base compartment as shown in Figure 4.

Figure 4: Battery Installation

3.6 Assembly

Once you have mounted the base unit and inserted the battery, you
are ready to close the unit.

To assemble the unit:

1. Replace the top part of the base unit with its bottom part that has
been mounted by lining up the two lines as shown in Figure 5.

Figure 5: Base Cover Insertion

Figure 3: Punch Out Options for Various Gang Box Standards

To mount the base unit:

1. Mark two mounting points in the wall.

2. Drill into the marked points and insert wall plugs/gang box.

3. Screw and fix the base unit.

2. Attach the sensor unit onto the base unit as shown in Figure 6 and
turn the sensor clockwise to the Lock position (Figure 2).

Figure 6: Sensor Insertion

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4. Testing

Once the detector is installed, you should test the unit.

4.1 General Testing

To test the unit:

1. Press and hold the Test button on the sensor. The following
occurs:

 Both LEDs flash quickly
 The Piezoelectric sounder is activated
 The smoke detector transmits an alarm to the wireless alarm

panel

Release the Test button to return to Normal mode.

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5. Maintenance

5.1 Cleaning

The unit runs a self-check for cleanliness every 43 seconds. If three
consecutive tests fail, the unit beeps three times every 43 seconds.

To clean the unit, pass a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment
gently over the front frilled sections and the sides of the smoke
detector.

4.2 RF Testing

To test the RF connection:

1. Remove the sensor.

2. Remove the top cover of the base unit.

3. Press the S3 button (Figure 7) for more than 5 seconds.

Figure 7: S3 Button

The unit sends 10 RF messages to the system every four seconds
and then returns to Normal mode

5.2 Battery Replacement

When the detector’s battery is low, the detector beeps once every 43
seconds. If the detector is connected to a wireless security network, it
sends a low battery warning message.

The smoke detector continues to operate with a low battery for at least
7 days.

Replace the battery when a low battery is indicated.

6. FCC Statement

 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

 This device may not cause harmful interference.
 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Limited Warranty

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WARRANTY is applicable worldwide. This warranty supersedes any
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PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY AND DURATION

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warrants that the SA-61 Wireless Smoke Detector to be free from
defects in materials and assembly in the course of normal use and
service. The warranty period commences with the date of shipment to
the original purchaser and extends for a period of 2 years (24 months).

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