Trader BEAR BESMOKEY Installation And User Manual

BESMOKEY

Installation and User Guide

Smoke Alarm Photoelectric Design

CONTENTS

Features .................................................................................................................................................................

Important Information ...................................................................................................................................... 2

Recommended Locations of Alarms ............................................................................................................ 3

Mobile Home Installation................................................................................................................................. 5

Avoid these Locations ....................................................................................................................................... 5

False Alarms.................

......................................................................................................................................... 6

How To Remove Smoke Alarm from Base Plate ....................................................................................... 7

Operation, Testing & Maintenance ............................................................................................................. 13

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n ........................................................................................................................................................... 7

Battery Installation, Replacement & Test ...................................................................................................15

Repairs & Services ..............................................................................................

............................................... 17

Good Safety Habits ........................................................................................................................................... 17

The Limitations of Smoke Alarms ................................................................................................................ 17

Develop & Practice a Plan of Escape .....................

....................................................................................... 19

What to do when the Alarm Sounds ...........................................................................................................

Installer Please Note .......................................................................................................................................... 20

Warning: Insulation Test

.................................................................................................................................. 21

Warranty and Liability ...................................................................................................................................... 21

Features

• 240V~ Mains powered, 50Hz, 80mA.

• Single station and / or inter-connectable to 24 units.

• Photoelectric.

• 9V Replaceable battery back-up.

• Test & hush control.

• Low battery indication.

Important Information

• Please read these instructions before installing the BESMOKEY alarm.

• There are no parts within BESMOKEY alarm that should be replaced by the user.

• Disconnecting BESMOKEY alarm from the mounting base and/or removing the 9V

battery will render this smoke alarm inactive.

• Only wire BESMOKEY alarm to 240V~ 50Hz Sine wave current supply.

• BESMOKEY alarm has an expected service life of 10 years under normal conditions.

• Trader recommends that BESMOKEY alarm is replaced 10 years after its installation date

Recommended Locations of Alarms

• Smoke, heat and other combustion products rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally.

Mounting the alarm on the ceiling in the centre of the room places it closest to all points

in the room. Ceiling mounting is preferred in ordinary residential construction.

• When mounting alarms on the ceiling locate it at least 300mm away from the side wall

and 300mm away from any corner. (see diagram overleaf ).

• When mounting alarms on a wall, use the inside wall. The recommended position is

• When mounting the alarm at the apex of a sloping ceiling it should be located at least

500mm away from the apex but should not exceed 1500mm (see diagram overleaf).

• Locate an alarm in every room where electrical appliances are operated (i.e. portable

• Locate an alarm for each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the

bedrooms. Monitor the exit path as the bedrooms are usually farthest from an exit.

• Locate smoke alarm at both ends of a bedroom hallway or large room if the hallway or

room is more than 9m long.

Note: The performance of smoke alarms mounted on walls is unpredictable and this mounting position is not recommended when ceiling mounting can be implemented.

Recommended Locations of Alarms

• Locate additional alarms to monitor any stairway as stairways act like chimneys for

smoke and heat.

• For mobile home installation select location carefully to avoid thermal barrier that may

form at the ceiling. For more details see Mobile Home Installation.

• Do not locate smoke alarms in kitchen areas due to potential nuisance alarms from

cooking fumes.

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HEAT & SMOKE

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HEAT & SMOKE

FROM FIRE

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BEST HERE

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Mobile Home Installation

smoke alarms as recommended (refer to Recommended Locations).

• In older mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present standards,

extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside through poorly insulated walls

and the roof. This may create a thermal barrier which can prevent smoke from reaching

a smoke alarm mounted on the ceiling. In such units, install smoke alarm on inside

partition between 300mm and 500mm from the ceiling.

• If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home, or if you notice the walls

and ceilings are either hot or cold, install alarm on an inside wall. For minimum

protection, install one alarm close to the bedrooms.

Note: Test your smoke alarm operation after mobile home vehicle has been in storage, before

each trip and at least once a week during use.

Avoid these Locations

• Do not locate your alarm in the garage - products of combustion are present when you

start your automobile.

• Do not locate your alarm in front of forced air supply ducts used for heating and air

• Do not locate your alarm less than 500mm from the peak of an "A" frame type ceiling.

• Do not locate your alarm in areas where temperatures may fall below 0°C or rise above

40°C, or in humidity higher than 93% as these conditions may reduce battery life.

Avoid these Locations

• Avoid dusty areas, dust particles may cause smoke alarm to false alarm or fail to alarm.

• Avoid very humid areas or near a bathroom, moisture can cause false alarm.

• Avoid insect-infested areas.

• Do not locate alarm within 0.9m of the following: the door to a kitchen, the door to a

bathroom containing a tub or shower, a ceiling or whole house ventilating fan, or other

interferences or “noise” may cause nuisance alarms or chirping.

• Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the combination (alarm

and guard) has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.

False Alarms

the alarm unless smoke is blown directly into the alarm.

the kitchen cooking surface.

• Large quantities of combustion particles are generated from spills and over-boil.

• An alarm with a Hush® Control device is preferable near a kitchen environment for this

reason.

• Photoelectric type smoke alarms are less prone to false alarm near kitchen areas than

ionisation type smoke alarms.

False Alarms

have caused the alarm.

How To Remove Smoke Alarm from Base Plate

• Look for ‘Slide to Remove’ (see below ).

• Remove Tamper Locking Screw (if installed).

Installation

DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn o power at the main fuse box or circuit breaker by removing the fuse or switching the circuit breaker to the OFF position and securing it. An all-pole mains switch with a contact separation of at least 3mm in each pole shall be incorporated in the electrical installation of the building.

WARNING: THIS SMOKE ALARM MUST BE INSTALLED BY QUALIFIED (LICENSED) ELECTRICIANS ONLY.

• In the interests of safety, this smoke alarm and all wiring must be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with the relevant requirements of the AS/NZS Wiring Rules - AS3000.

• Due to “noise” from electromagnetic interference, up to 24 units of smoke alarms may

be interconnected.

• There are three terminals in the supply terminal block, marked A, S, N. It is important

that the alarm be wired correctly to ensure correct operation. Incorrect wiring to the

Smoke Alarm will damage the unit and void the warranty.

• A total maximum of 250 meters (820 feet) of wire can be used in interconnecting smoke

alarms.

of 1mm2 with 250V grade insulation.

• Do not use any wire that could later be confused with the normal house wires for the

interconnect wire. For example, green/yellow earth wire.

• Do not connect AC power wires to S interconnect terminal. These will damage smoke

alarms.

• Do not connect the S interconnect wire to any device, except the S interconnect

terminal of smoke alarm. Otherwise, smoke alarm will be damaged.

excessive nuisance alarms. Residents may not be aware that smoke alarms are being

tested or that it is a nuisance alarm caused by cooking etc.

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• This Smoke Alarm can only interconnect with Trader BESMOKEY. Interconnection with

MAXIMUM O F 24 DEVICES

CONNECTION TO A

FUSE ON CIRCUIT BREAKER

BESMOKEY INTERCONNECT SMOKE ALARM

Figure 1

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• Terminals are marked as follows: A= ACTIVE S= SWITCHWIRE (FOR INTERCONNECTION ONLY) N= NEUTRAL

Warning: Connecting the Switch wire terminal to any other supply conductor may result in damage to the alarm, failure to operate or shock hazard and void the warranty of the alarm.

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• When interconnected, all Smoke Alarms will sound upon activation.

• Warning: This alarm cannot be operated from power derived from a square wave,

or wind derived power sources. These power sources produce high peak voltages that

will damage the alarm.

• Trader recommend that the smoke alarms are installed on their own subcircuit to avoid

false alarms and nuisance chirping that may be caused by electromagnetic

interferences from other electrical equipment.

Mounting Instructions

• The models contain a battery pull tab for your convenience. Tab must be removed to

activate battery backup and provide power to the unit in the event of mains power loss.

• Pull out the battery pull tab.

• If you want to replace the battery, please press the battery reminder tab down into the

battery compartment while inserting the battery. Caution: If the battery reminder tab is

not held down in the battery compartment by the battery, the unit will not attach to the

mounting plate.

• Align and slide smoke alarm up onto mounting base then slide in the reverse direction

of arrow to ensure proper connection.

Figur e 4: Wall mounting smoke alar m

For wall mounting,the connector must be at the bottom. Ensure “SLIDE TO REMOVE ” arrow on the cover is pointing upwards (vertical) as shown.

Figur e 2:To remove smoke alarm, slide smoke alarm carefully

away from the base plate to remove the smoke alarm.

Figur e 3: To connect smoke alar m

1. Place smoke alarm in line with the base plate.

2 Push smoke alarm towards connector

(A). Ensure the smoke alarm slides fully into the connector.

3 Green AC Power light will come on

when connected to mains.

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• Switch on power and check the green light on alarm cover. It should be lit when mains

power is switched on indicating that the smoke alarm is properly connected to the

mounting base.

• If required, secure Tamper Locking Screw (supplied) to smoke alarm.

• Test alarm by pressing Test button.

Figure 5

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Test & Battery Backup

• BESMOKEY will not function without a properly installed battery. They are equipped

with a battery lockout feature which prevents the battery door from closing if a battery

is not installed correctly (See Figure 5).

• To ensure proper operation, press the Test button for at least 5 seconds, or until the

alarm sounds (without the AC power connected). All interconnected, battery backed-up

alarms, should respond.

• Caution: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always stand an arms-length

away from the unit when testing.

• Turn on the AC power. The green LED power indicator should be lit when the alarm is

operating from AC power.

• The smoke alarm is operating once AC power is applied, a fresh battery is installed and

testing is complete. When the smoke alarm senses products of combustion, the horn

will sound a loud (85db) alarm until the sensing chamber is cleared of smoke particles.

Operation, Testing & Maintenance

• The smoke alarm is operational once all wires are properly connected, a fresh battery is

installed, the smoke alarm is correctly installed on the mounting base and the alarm has

been tested.

Red LED

functioning properly.

Green LED

• AC Mains-ON Indicator: indicates that the unit is operating with AC power. If this LED

False Alarm Hush Control Feature

Note: Dense smoke will over ride Hush control feature and sound a continuous alarm.

• This smoke alarm has the capability of being temporarily desensitized for approximately

8-10 minutes by pressing the “Test / Hush” button on the smoke alarm.

• After pressing the “Test / Hush” button, the alarm will silence immediately but will

automatically reactivate after approximately 8-10 minutes and sound the alarm if

particles of combustion are still present.

• The “HUSH” feature may be used repeatedly until the air has cleared.

Warning: Before using HUSH feature, identify the source of smoke and be certain that a safe condition exists.

Function

LED Status

Recommendation

Normal

Green ON. Green LED indicates the AC mains power

present.

Normal

Red FLASHING every 40 seconds.

Red LED flashes every 40 seconds if

normal. The smoke alarm performs a self test every 40 seconds. The battery and electronics is tested for the life of the unit.

Alarm mode

Red light flashing once every second. Smoke alarm activated.

Repeat 3 long beeps (ISO8201) that indicate

smoke alarm has activated and is in alarm mode.

Alarm mode

Red Light is OFF. Smoke

alarm activated.

Smoke alarm in full alarm,

repeat 3 long

beeps (ISO8201)

. Other interconnected units may have activated the alarm. Check other smoke alarms or devices.

Hush mode

Green light ON. Red light

10 seconds

and no chirp.

The “HUSH” feature has the capability of temporarily desensitizing the alarm circuit for approximately 8 minutes.

Low Battery

Green ON, Flashing red

light every 40 seconds.

Smoke alarm chirp every 40 Seconds. May indicate low battery status. Replace the battery.

Operation, Testing & Maintenance

Operation

every

RED BATTERY LEVE

Battery Installation, Replacement & Test

Battery Installation

• The smoke alarm uses one 9V battery to automatically provide back-up power to the

alarm if AC power fails. The battery will operate the alarm for approximately one to three

the Red LED at approximately 40 second intervals for a minimum of 30 days. Missing

approximately 40 second intervals.

• Replace battery when chirping occurs. To ensure proper operation, the battery should

be replaced once a year.

• To replace battery, remove alarm from mounting base (see Figure 2 ) and remove the

battery from compartment. Replace the old battery with a new one.

• Use only the following 9 volt batteries for smoke

alarm replacement. Alkaline Type: ENERGIZER 522;

DURACELL MN1604, MX1604; Carbon Zinc Type: Gold

Peak 1604P. These batteries can be purchased at your

local retail outlet or supermarket.

Battery Installation, Replacement & Test

• Fold Red Battery Lever down into compartment with fresh replacement battery. If the

Red Battery Lever is not held down in the battery compartment by the battery, the

smoke alarm will not close and will not be operational.

Warning: Use of inferior batteries or incorrect types may cause a malfunction of the Alarm. When replacing the battery and on reconnection of the detector to the base plate, make sure

ON after reinstalling the alarm on the base plate.

Battery Test

• Test alarm by pressing the Test Button for a few seconds. This should sound the alarm.

• If the battery module has a fault, the alarm will chirp every 40 seconds.

• Switch on mains power only when smoke alarm passes the above tests. The Green LED

on the smoke alarm will come ON.

Note: Weekly testing is recommended!

Repairs & Services

• If the smoke alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Return the unit

to your supplier (See warranty for instructions on in-warranty returns). There will be a

service charge for repairing units out of warranty.

Good Safety Habits

The use of this product should not be seen as a substitute for basic safety precaution in the

prevention of FIRE.

• smoking in bed;

• leaving children home alone;

The Limitations of Smoke Alarms

a reasonable cost.

• Smoke alarms have certain limitations. For battery powered smoke alarms, the battery

must be in good condition and installed properly.

activate the alarm if in good working order.

The Limitations of Smoke Alarms

• Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to ensure that the batteries and alarm circuit are

in good operating condition.

• Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the alarm. Therefore,

sound sleeper. A smoke alarm in the bedroom, therefore, is recommended.

the use of this product does not substitute for basic prevention and total protection.

are not a substitute for an insurance policy.

• This smoke alarm alone will not alert the hearing impaired. Use special purpose smoke

alarm with lights or vibrating devices, for those hard of hearing.

of the need to escape, followed by appropriate egress actions by occupants. Fire

warning systems for dwelling units are capable of protecting about half of the

young, or physically, mentally impaired that they cannot escape even when warned

early that escape should be possible. For these people, other strategies such as

protection-in-place or assisted escape or rescue are necessary.

Develop & Practice a Plan of Escape

Basic Escape Plan:

each room. Second storey windows may need a rope or chain ladder.

• Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in

• Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and practice leaving your home

when they hear it.

to test your plan before an emergency. You may not be able to reach your children. It is

important that they know what to do!

• Current studies have shown smoke alarms may not awaken all sleeping individuals, and

that 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.

What to do when the Alarm Sounds

• Alert small children in the home.

• Leave immediately by your plan of escape. Every second counts, so don’t waste time

getting dressed or picking up valuables.

smoke seeping through cracks, don’t open that door! Instead, use your alternate exit. If

inside door is cool, place your shoulder against it, open it slightly and be ready to slam it

shut if heat and smoke rush in.

• Once outside, go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there.

• Call the Fire Brigade on 000 (AUS) or 111 (NZ) from your cell phone outside, or your

neighbour's home - not from yours!

Installer Please Note

• Before you connect the mains power, check wiring polarity.

• Please check battery is correctly connected and fully charged over 8.0 Volts.

• If the alarm ‘chirps’ again, press the Test button to check the battery condition.

• If ‘chirps’ persist, replace smoke alarm and return to your supplier for replacement.

Warning: Insulation Test

• Under no circumstances must an insulation resistance test be carried out on a circuit to

• The test could cause irrepairable damage to the internal circuitry of the smoke alarm

and make it inoperative.

• The warranty would be void under such circumstances.

Note: Weekly testing is recommended!

Warranty and Liability

invoice / receipt provided to you. GSME will repair or replace the product (at the option

of GSME) due to any manufacturing defect, at the cost of GSME (excluding any labour

costs relating to removal or re-installation of product, and transport costs).

altered after the date of purchase, or if it fails to operate due to improper maintenance.

• To the extent permitted by law, the liability of GSME arising from the sale or under the

terms of this limited warranty shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement and

subject to this clause. In no case shall GSME be liable for consequential loss or damages

resulting from the failure of the product or breach of this, or: Any other warranty,

express or implied, loss or damage caused by failure to abide by the instructions

ten

Warranty and Liability

• To the extent permitted by law, GSME makes no warranty, expressed or implied, written

respect to the consumer replaceable battery if any. A product with non-serviceable

built-in battery is covered under warranty of the product.

• This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you have under law:

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian

Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and

compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also

entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable

quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. What constitutes a major

failure is set out in the Australian Consumer Law.

• To make a claim under warranty, take the product (with a proof of purchase) to the store where you purchased the product or contact GSME via Email: service@gsme.com.au

with details, proof of purchase or expense claim in writing.

Please retain this warranty section and complete the details below. When you claim

Warranty for the product. Please present this section together with the faulty product.

Model:____________________ Serial Number: _______________________

Date Of Purchase/ Installation: _________________ Invoice No: ___________

Installed By: ____________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________

Owner's Details: _________________________________________________________

Tested and Complies to AS3786:2014

GSM Electrical (Australia) Pty Ltd

Made in PRC

Level 2 142-144 Fullarton Road Rose Park SA 5067

www.gsme.com.au Phone: 1300 301 838

Fax: 1300 301 778

This smoke alarm has been tested and complies to AS3786:2014

P/N: 1397-7205-01

This smoke alarm has an expected service life of 10 years under normal conditions. We

recommend that you should replace the smoke alarm after 10 years from installation date to

ensure normal operation. Please use a date label as a reminder.

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