Quell Q307, Manual

Page 1: ...oke alarms are designed to detect visible particles associated with slow smouldering fires Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable For maximum protection against fast flaming fires and slow smouldering fires both ionisation and photoelectric alarms should be installed ...

Page 2: ...C will help you determine the correct location of safety products that will help make your home a safer place WARNING Removal of the smoke alarm battery will render the smoke alarm inoperative IMPORTANT Read all instructions before installation and keep this manual near the alarm for future reference 1 Manufactured in China for Chubb Fire Security Pty Ltd 149 155 Milton Street Ashfield NSW 2131 Au...

Page 3: ...e closed door may prevent an alarm located outside from waking the sleeper Smoke heat and combustion products rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally Mounting the smoke 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 an alarm on the ceiling locate it at a minimum of 30 cm...

Page 4: ...1A IMAGE 1C IMAGE 1B SINGLE FLOOR PLAN MULTIPLE FLOOR PLAN BEDROOM FAMILY ROOM WORKSHOP BASEMENT KITCHEN HALL GARAGE MASTER BEDROOM FIRE EXTINGUISHERS SMOKE ALARMS FIRE BLANKET TOTAL HOME PROTECTION Install smoke alarms on sloped peaked or cathedral ceilings between 500mm 19 7in and 1500mm 19 7in from the highest point of the ceiling Smoke alarms in rooms with ceiling slopes greater than 1 m in 8 ...

Page 5: ...from reaching an alarm mounted on the ceiling In such units install the smoke alarm on an inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of 10cm 4 and a maximum of 30cm 12 below the ceiling see Image 2A If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home or if you notice that the outer walls and ceiling are either hot or cold install the alarm on an inside wall For minimum protec...

Page 6: ...t the sensitivity of the alarm Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than 5 C or hotter than 45 C such as garages and unfinished attics Do not install in areas where the relative humidity RH is greater than 85 Very humid areas with moisture or steam can cause nuisance alarms Avoid placing smoke alarms in kitchen areas Normal cooking may cause nuisance alarms If a kitchen alarm is...

Page 7: ...EPTABLE PLACEMENT DO NOT INSTALL DEAD AIR NOT IN THIS AREA ANYWHERE IN THIS AREA NOT IN THIS AREA ANYWHERE IN THIS AREA PEAK CEILING SLOPED CEILING 500mm 19 7in 1000mm 39 4in 1000mm 39 4in 500mm 19 7in Smoke alarm should be located between 500mm and 1500mm of the highest point DEAD AIR DEAD AIR DO NOT INSTALL DO NOT INSTALL 6 ...

Page 8: ...ed or horizontal when wall mounted Image 3A and 3B Drill a hole through the pencil marks and use the enclosed screws and anchors to secure the mounting plate Use a 3 16 inch drill bit for the screw anchor holes Press the battery reminder tab down into the battery compartment while inserting the battery Image 3E CAUTION If the battery reminder tab is not held down in the battery compartment by the ...

Page 9: ...Installation IMAGE 3A IMAGE 3C IMAGE 3D A LINE ALIGNMENT MARKS WALL MOUNTING POSITION ROTATE TO MOUNT OR TO REMOVE IMAGE 3B IMAGE 3E BATTERY REMINDER TAB 8 ...

Page 10: ...larm from the mounting plate With the blocks removed the tamper resist feature will be activated when the alarm is installed on the mounting plate The tamper resist tab will have to be released in order to change the battery Using a tool small screwdriver push the tab away from the mounting plate Image 4B and rotate the alarm anti clockwise in the OFF direction After installation test the alarm by...

Page 11: ... a defective battery or other failure DO NOT use an open flame to test your alarm you could damage the alarm or ignite combustible materials and start a fire CAUTION Due to the loudness 85 decibels of the alarm always stand an arms length away from the unit when testing Test the alarm weekly to ensure proper operation Erratic or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a defective alarm see W...

Page 12: ...icates that the smoke alarm is operating properly Red LED Flashing When the Test button is pressed or when the smoke alarm senses particles of combustion and goes into alarm constant pulsating sound the red LED will flash once per second The flashing LED and pulsating alarm will continue until the air is cleared NOTE WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED ...

Page 13: ...Duracell MN1604 or MX1604 Gold Peak 1604A Panasonic 6AM6 6AM 6 6AM 6PI 6AM6X or 6LR61 GA Lithium Type Ultralife U9VL J These batteries can be purchased at your local retailer WARNING Use only the batteries specified above To the extent permitted by law Chubb Fire Security Pty Ltd excludes all liability for loss or damage to the extent caused by the use of batteries other than Energizer 522 Duracel...

Page 14: ...t cloth to avoid water entering the unit After cleaning reinstall your alarm and test your alarm by using the Test button If cleaning does not restore the alarm to normal operation the alarm should be replaced Do not paint the unit Paint will seal the vents and interfere with the sensor s ability to detect smoke Never attempt to disassemble the unit or clean inside This action will void your warra...

Page 15: ...pe in good condition and installed properly AC powered alarms without battery backup will not operate if the AC power has been cut off such as by an electrical fire or an open fuse Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the alarm circuits are in good operating condition Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the alarm Therefore smoke alarms may n...

Page 16: ...ction 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 be...

Page 17: ... escape plan Every second counts so don t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables In leaving don t open any inside door without first feeling its surface If hot or you see smoke seepingthrough cracks don t open that door Instead use your alternative exit If the inside of the door is cool place your shoulder against it open it slightly and be ready to slam it shut if heat and smoke rush ...

Page 18: ...the goods are offered for sale in New Zealand the benefits to the consumer given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the consumer under relevant New Zealand con sumer protection laws and other applicable laws relating to the goods Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under relevant New Zealand consumer protection laws You are entitled to a replacement...

Page 19: ...ing your product to the address shown below Please contact Chubb on the telephone numbers provided below Monday to Friday during 9 00AM 5 00PM When returning the product please ensure it is properly packaged so that no damage occurs during transit Any postage and packaging expenses required to return the product to Chubb will be at your cost Please provide the original or a copy of the proof of pu...