Quell QPI9010, Manual

Page 1: ...etect both the visible particles associated with slow smouldering fires and invisible particles associated with fast flaming 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 0475 7214 06_QPI9010 130417 _ 2015 5 22 2 12 PM Page ...

Page 2: ...ect location of safety products that will help make your home a safer place WARNING BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE UNLESS BATTERY IS PRESENT REMOVAL OF 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 213...

Page 3: ...e Figure 1C Things to Consider For Ceiling Mounting Smoke from a fire will rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally Mounting the smoke alarm in the centre of the ceiling places it closest to all points in the room When mounting an alarm on the ceiling locate it at a minimum of 30cm from the side wall Figure 2A For sloped peaked or cathedral ceilings the alarm should be placed between 500mm and ...

Page 4: ...r Additional Protection KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM BEDROOM LIVING ROOM KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM HALL BASEMENT FIGURE 1A FIGURE 1C FIGURE 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 0475 7214 06_QPI9010 130417 _ 2015 5 22 2 12 PM Page ...

Page 5: ...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 1000mm 1000mm 500mm Smoke alarm should be located between 500mm and 1500mm of the highest point DEAD AIR DEAD AIR DO NOT INSTALL DO NOT INSTALL 0475 7214 06_QPI9010 130417 _ 2015 5 22 2 12 PM Page ...

Page 6: ...moke from reaching an alarm mounted on the ceiling For Poorly Insulated Mobile Homes Install the smoke alarm on an inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of 10cm and a maximum of 30cm below the ceiling Figure 2A For minimum protection install at least one alarm close to the bedrooms For additional protection see Figure 1A WARNING TEST YOUR SMOKE ALARM OPERATION AFTER CARAVAN OR MO...

Page 7: ...Avoid excessively dusty dirty or greasy areas Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than 5 C or hotter than 45 C Do not install in areas where the relative humidity RH is greater than 85 If a kitchen alarm is desired it should have an alarm silencer feature or be a photoelectric type Do not place in the garage Avoid dead air spaces such as the peak of an A frame ceiling Dead Air ...

Page 8: ...ting or horizontal when wall mounting 3 After selecting the proper smoke alarm location as described previously attach the mounting plate to the ceiling as shown in Figure 2B For wall mounting see Figure 2A and Figure 3 Place the mounting plate on the wall Be sure the A line is horizontal parallel to the floor Use the screws and anchors provided to secure the mounting plate use 3 16 drill bit for ...

Page 9: ...h positive and negative terminals connected to the corresponding point on the smoke alarm CAUTION IF THE BATTERY REMINDER FINGER IS NOT HELD DOWN IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT BY THE BATTERY THE BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE AND THE UNIT WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE MOUNTING BRACKET 6 Install the alarm on the mounting plate and rotate the alarm clockwise in the direction of the ON arrow on the cover until th...

Page 10: ...m from the mounting plate Note To remove the alarm from the mounting plate when the tamper resist tab is engaged press down on the tamper resist tab and rotate the alarm anti clockwise in the direction indicated by the OFF arrow on the cover of the alarm see Figure 5 After installation test your alarm by depressing and holding down the test button for a minimum of 5 seconds or until alarm sounds C...

Page 11: ...e smoke alarm is desensitised by pushing the HUSH button on the smoke alarm cover If the smoke is not too dense the alarm will silence immediately and the red LED will flash every 10 seconds for approximately 10 minutes This indicates that the alarm is in a temporarily desensitised condition The smoke alarm will automatically reset after approximately 10 minutes If after this period particles of c...

Page 12: ...OPERATION Erratic or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a defective alarm see warranty section NUISANCE ALARMS Smoke alarms are designed to minimise nuisance alarms Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the cooking area Large quantities of combustible particles are generated from spills or when grilling frying Using the fan on a range h...

Page 13: ... Alkaline Type ENERGIZER 522 DURACELL MN1604 MX1604 GOLD PEAK 1604A PANASONIC 6AM6 6AM 6 6AM 6PI 6AM6X and 6LR61 GA Lithium Type ULTRALIFE U9VL J Maintenance 1 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 Duracell MN1604 or MX1...

Page 14: ...ring 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 warranty Replacing the Alarm It ...

Page 15: ...ms be installed If the alarm is located outside the bedroom or on a different floor it may not wake up a sound sleeper The use of alcohol or drugs may also impair one s ability to hear the smoke alarm For maximum protection a smoke alarm should be installed in each sleeping area on every level of a home Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the alarm circuits are in ...

Page 16: ...s 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 not sense fires starting in chimneys walls on roofs on the ot...

Page 17: ...basements exception In existing one and two family dwelling units approved smoke alarms powered by batteries are permitted Smoke Detection 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 househol...

Page 18: ...ounts 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 seeping through 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 in Stay close to the floor...

Page 19: ...d 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 consumer 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 or refund for a majo...

Page 20: ... in the product appears within the time frame stated you are entitled to submit a warranty claim by returning 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...