Velleman HAM2SD User Manual

HAM2SD

PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE DETECTOR
FOTO-ELEKTRISCHE ROOKMELDER
DÉTECTEUR DE FUMÉE PHOTOÉLECTRIQUE
DETECTOR FOTOELÉCTRICO DE HUMO
FOTOELEKTRISCHES RAUCHALARMSYSTEM

USER MANUAL

GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING
NOTICE D’EMPLOI
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

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HAM2SD – PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE DETECTOR

1. Introduction & Features

To all residents of the European Union
Important environmental information about this product

This symbol on the device or the package indicates that disposal of the device after its lifecycle could harm
the environment.
Do not dispose of the unit (or batteries) as unsorted municipal waste; it should be taken to a specialised

company for recycling.
This device should be returned to your distributor or to a local recycling service.
Respect the local environmental rules.

If in doubt, contact your local waste disposal authorities.

Thank you for purchasing this device. Please check carefully that there is no damage caused by transportation.
Should there be any, consult your dealer and don’t use this device. Read this manual carefully before bringing the
device into use.

Tested according to EN14604 as far as applicable.

Currently there are two kinds of smoke detectors available: the ionization alarm and the photoelectric smoke detector.
Although both alarm types are suitable for general home use, an ionization alarm will react to blazing fires more
quickly whereas the photoelectric detector is more sensitive to smouldering fire. Because of the fact that fires
develop in an unpredictable way and that it is impossible to predict their magnitude, it is not possible to tell which kind
of alarm system will give the earliest possible warning. That is why it is advisable to install both types to ensure the
best possible home security.

2. Security measures

• In certain situations, a smoke or fire detector will not provide protection against fire as defined in standard NFPA

74. For example:
when smoking in bed,
when children are in the house without supervision,
when cleaning with inflammable liquids (gasoline).

• Damage caused by disregard of certain guidelines in this manual is not covered by the warranty and the dealer

will not accept responsibility for any ensuing defects or problems.

• All modifications of the device are forbidden for safety reasons. Damage caused by such modifications is not

covered by the warranty. Never overload the machine.

3. Installation and mounting

Your smoke alarm is designed for easy ceiling mounting. A complete installation kit is supplied with every smoke
alarm. First, hold the mounting brackets to the ceiling and mark the 2 drilling holes. Drill the holes and attach the
mounting brackets to the ceiling with the supplied screws.

For wooden panelling and wooden beams, use a 2.5mm drill and drill to a depth of only 20mm. Attach the support
with the supplied screws.

For concrete or brickwork, use a 5.5mm drill and drill to a depth of 25 – 30mm. Make sure that the plugs have a
secure grip in the drilling holes, should this not be the case, look for another drilling position or use other plugs.

Insert the battery and attach the alarm system to the brackets. The system is equipped with a safety which makes it
impossible to attach the alarm system to the bracket without the battery having been inserted first. When the alarm
does not fit into the brackets, make sure the battery is inserted correctly.

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4. Recommended mounting locations

• Install the smoke alarm in the immediate vicinity of the bedroom. Secure the escape route, as often the bedroom

is the farthest away from the exit. Should there be more than one bedroom, install other alarm systems in each
bedroom.

• Also install an alarm system in the stair case, because in case of fire, stair cases could serve as chimneys,

expanding the raging fire.

• Make sure you install at least one smoke alarm on every floor.

• Install a smoke alarm in rooms where smokers are sleeping or where there are electric devices.

• Smoke and combustion residues rise and spread horizontally. Install smoke detectors in the centre of the ceiling, as

this is the nearest point for every space in the room. Ceiling mounting is advisable in living quarters, whereas in mobile
quarters installation on the sides is the best solution, as to avoid a possible thermal barrier beneath the ceiling.

• If you install the detector on the ceiling, make sure that there is at least 60cm between a side wall and 60cm

between every corner (see diagram A) and the detector. Install the detector at max. 50cm below the ceiling.

WARNING! DO NOT INSTALL THE SMOKE ALARM IN:

• A kitchen – kitchen smoke could trigger the alarm.

• A garage – combustion gases are also formed when you start your car.

• In front of heating devices and climate control units.

• At the highest point of a saddle roof.

• In rooms with temperatures under 5°C (44°F) or above 37.8°C (100°F).

• Do not attach the smoke detector to the ceiling of campers or such. The sun warms the ceiling and the air in the

upper part of the room. Warm air can prevent the smoke of a dangerous smouldering fire from reaching the
detector.

THE SMOKE DETECTOR WILL NOT FUNCTION WITHOUT BATTERY. WHEN THE LOW-BAT SIGNAL
SOUNDS, INSERT A NEW, GOOD BATTERY. TEST THE SYSTEM ON A WEEKLY BASIS.

5. Planning and practising an escape route

THE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF AN ESCAPE ROUTE

• Create a floor plan on which every door and window is indicated and which contains at least two escape routes

for every room. For windows on the second floor you could need a rope or ladder.

• Call a family meeting to discuss the escape route and teach everyone what to do in case of fire.

• Acquaint yourself with the alarm sound of the smoke alarm and instruct everyone on how to leave the building in

case of alarm.

• Mark the children's bedrooms with red stickers in the upper left corners of the windows. These can be obtained

from your local fire department.

• Practise the evacuation at least every six months. Practise helps you to optimise your evacuation plan. It is

important that you know what to do.

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WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF ALARM?

• Immediately leave the building according to your evacuation plan. Every second counts, do not waste time by

getting dressed or taking valuable objects with you.

• Never open a door without touching its surface. When the door is hot or when you can see smoke coming from

under it, do not open it. Take the alternative route instead. If the door is cool, put your shoulder against it and
open the door slightly. Prepare to close the door shut in case of penetrating smoke or heat.

• Keep low in smoky air. Breathe through a cloth, wet if possible.

6. False alarm

The smoke alarm is designed to minimise false alarm. Cigarette smoke will normally not trigger the detector, except
when the smoke is directly blown in the direction of the detector. Combustion particles, also formed when cooking,
could trigger the alarm especially when it is close to cooking devices. A large amount of combustion particles and
smoke are usually formed when cooking. If the system indicates an alarm, first check whether there actually is a fire
source. If there is no fire, check the possibilities for triggering the fire alarm. If there is any question as to the

cause of an alarm, it should be assumed that the alarm is due to an actual fire and the premises should be
evacuated immediately.

7. Use, testing and maintenance

USE: The detector is functional as soon as a battery is inserted. When combustion particles are detected in the air, a
loud alarm will sound. The alarm will stop as soon as the air is clean.
TEST: Push the test button at least 4 seconds until the alarm sounds. A self test program is activated: the alarm
sounds when the circuit, siren and battery are functional. It is advisable to test the system every week to ensure
correct operation. When the alarm does not sound, it is probable that the battery is defective. Try a new one.

Maintenance: The alarm is almost maintenance-free. In dusty environments however, it is advisable to use the
vacuum cleaner to clean the outer part of the detector.

CHANGING THE BATTERIES

Normally, a carbon zinc 9VDC battery should last 1 year (alkaline battery: 2 years). The smoke detector has a
"low-bat" indicator and an audible tweeting. This lasts for 30-40 sec. for 30 days. Change the battery when you hear
this. Only use 9V batteries (available in most drug stores, hardware stores and electro shops).

Carbon-zinc type: Eveready #216; Gold Peak #1604P (UL); Gold Peak #1604S; Gold Peak #1604G; Premisafe

#G6F22.

Alkaline type: Eveready Energizer #522; Gold Peak #1604A; Vinnic AM9V; Duracell #MN1604.
Lithium Type: Ultralife #U9VL

The smoke detector should be tested with the test button whenever the battery is replaced. Please contact your
dealer when the detector fails to operate correctly.

8. Technical Specifications

Power Supply 9V carbon zinc battery (incl.)
Sound Emission in Alarm Mode min. 85dB(A)
Low Battery Indication min. 30 days
Dimensions Ø 108 x 27mm

The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice.
For more info concerning this product, please visit our website www.velleman.eu.

VELLEMAN NV

Legen Heirweg 33, B-9820 Gavere, Belgium

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HAM2SD – FOTO-ELEKTRISCHE ROOKMELDER

1. Inleiding en eigenschappen

Aan alle ingezetenen van de Europese Unie
Belangrijke milieu-informatie betreffende dit product

Dit symbool op het toestel of de verpakking geeft aan dat, als het na zijn levenscyclus wordt weggeworpen,
dit toestel schade kan toebrengen aan het milieu.

Gooi dit toestel (en eventuele batterijen) niet bij het gewone huishoudelijke afval; het moet bij een
gespecialiseerd bedrijf terechtkomen voor recyclage.
U moet dit toestel naar uw verdeler of naar een lokaal recyclagepunt brengen.
Respecteer de plaatselijke milieuwetgeving.

Hebt u vragen, contacteer dan de plaatselijke autoriteiten inzake verwijdering.

Dank u voor uw aankoop! Lees deze handleiding grondig voor u het toestel in gebruik neemt. Werd het toestel
beschadigd tijdens het transport, installeer het dan niet en raadpleeg uw dealer.

Dit apparaat werd getest volgens EN14604 voor zover van toepassing.

Momenteel zijn er 2 types rookmelders op de markt verkrijgbaar, nl. ionische en foto-elektrische rookmelders. Beide
types geschikt zijn voor algemeen particulier gebruik. Een ionische rookmelder zal reageren op razend vuur terwijl
een foto-elektrische rookmelder gevoeliger is aan smeulend vuur. Vuur ontstaat echter op onregelmatige wijze en
hun omvang is niet te voorspellen zodat het onmogelijk te bepalen is welk type rookmelder eerder alarm zal slaan.
Installeer daarom best beide types om de grootste veiligheid van u en uw huis te garanderen.

2. Veiligheidsmaatregelen

• In enkele gevallen biedt een rookmelder geen voldoende bescherming tegen vuur zoals omschreven in standaard

NFPA 74. Voorbeeld:

roken in bed,
kinderen thuis zonder toezicht,
schoonmaak met brandbare vloeistof (benzine).

• De garantie geldt niet voor schade door het negeren van bepaalde richtlijnen in deze handleiding en uw dealer zal

de verantwoordelijkheid afwijzen voor defecten of problemen die hier rechtstreeks verband mee houden.

• Om veiligheidsredenen mag de gebruiker geen wijzigingen aanbrengen aan het toestel. Schade door wijzigingen

die de gebruiker heeft aangebracht aan het toestel vallen niet onder de garantie. Men mag het toestel nooit
overbelasten.

3. Installatie en montage

De rookmelder kan zonder moeite aan het plafond worden gehangen. Elke rookmelder komt met een volledige
installatiekit. Houd eerst de montagebeugel tegen het plafond en markeer de 2 boorgaten. Boor de gaten en maak
de montagebeugel aan het plafond vast met de 2 schroeven.

Gebruik een 2.5mm boortje voor houten panelen en boor tot een diepte van 20mm. Maak de montagebeugel vast
met de 2 meegeleverde schroeven.

Gebruik een 5.5mm boortje voor beton of baksteen en boor tot een diepte van 25 à 30mm. Zorg dat de nylonpluggen
goed in de gaten vastzitten. Zoniet, kies een andere montageplaats of vervang de pluggen.

Plaats een batterij en installeer de melder aan de montagebeugel. Het systeem is uitgerust met een veiligheid die het
onmogelijk maakt om de melder te installeren zonder batterij. Past de melder niet op de montagebeugel, controleer
of de batterij goed in de melder is geplaatst.