7. Troubleshooting
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Always turn off the mains supply to AC alarms before checking
connections etc
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Symptom
1.
Green L.E.D. not lit
2.
Frequent nuisance
alarms
3.
Alarm chirps every
30-40 seconds
4.
Alarm does not sound
when test button
pressed and held.
5.
Interconnected
alarms do not sound
when test button is
pressed and held.
Possible cause/solutions
a.
Loss of mains power – check at Consumer
Unit for Blown Fuse or tripped Circuit Breaker.
b.
Check cables at back of alarm, are correctly
seated / wired in and the alarm is pushed fully
home (see “Battery Changing” section).
See sections 2,3,4 and 7. If sited incorrectly/not
regularly cleaned as section 5, nuisance alarms
can occur.
Verify green LED is lit continuously then see
section 4 to replace battery if applicable. If unit
has rechargeable battery or problem persists after
installing a new battery, contact customer service.
See parts 1a and 1b above. Have installer
re-check wiring if Green LED is illuminated, but
alarm does not appear to function. If no Green
LED check consumer unit. Alarm will still function
on battery power, if battery is in serviceable state.
<When operating off battery, the red LED will blink
about once a minute >. Check via Test Button.
See part 1b above – consult a qualified electrician
or your Landlord to remedy as soon as possible.
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