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Quell Q1300 Installer Manual

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Manual is about: 240V Interconnectable Main Operated Alarm

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    Smoke alarm installerʼs manual 240v interconnectable main operated alarm for models: q1300 thank you for purchasing quell 240v hard-wired photoelectric smoke alarm. Please read through our guide in full. Chubb fire & security pty limited recommends for maximum protection that both ionisation and pho...

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    Contents section 1. Installation instructions ................................................1 section 2. Recommended locations ............................................2 section 3. Locations to be avoided...............................................4 section 4. Installing alarm..................

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    1 1. Installation instructions this alarm is designed for installation by a qualified (licensed) electrician, in accordance with current building code of australia (bca) regulations and to any other local or building codes that may apply. • read these instructions thoroughly before proceeding. Peopl...

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    2 2.Recommended locations • install the first alarm in the immediate area of the bedrooms. Install additional alarms to monitor the exit path as the bedrooms are usually farthest from the exit. If more than one sleeping area exists, install additional alarms in each sleeping area (image 1a). • insta...

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    3 smoke alarms for minimum protection smoke alarms for additional protection ionization type smoke alarms with “hush” control or photoelectric type bedroom basement kitchen hall bedroom living room image 1a image 1b single floor plan multiple floor plan • install smoke alarms on sloped, peaked or ca...

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    4 3. Locations to be avoided 3a • do not install within 0.9 m (3 ft) of the following: the door to a kitchen, or a bathroom that contains a tub or shower, forced air supply ducts used for heating or cooling, ceiling or whole house ventilating fans, or other high air-flow areas. • do not place the al...

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    5 image 2a image 2b ceiling 30 cm (12 in) minimum 10 cm (4 in) minimum 30 cm (12 in) maximum side wall best placement acceptable 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...

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    6 4. Installing alarm • these are mains powered alarms, so isolate the mains supply before commencing installation. This alarm is designed for installation by a qualified (licensed) electrician, in accordance with current building code of australia (bca) regulations and to any other local or buildin...

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    7 6. Initial testing and checking of alarm • before powering up/testing check that wiring polarity is correct and all connections are tight. Reversing polarity will damage all interconnected alarms, and damage is not covered by the guarantee. Slide alarm fully home on base plate before powering up, ...

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    7. L.E.D. Status • green l.E.D. Is lit when ac power is present. • red l.E.D. Blinks to indicate normal operation of alarm function (if model with battery back up, also indicates healthy battery). In alarm state (i.E. Triggered), l.E.D. Will flash rapidly. When interconnected, only triggering alarm ...

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    • reinstall on alarm base plate affixed to ceiling and push (and hold) test button to verify battery operation. Battery changing • reconnect mains supply and check green l.E.D. Is lit and red l.E.D. Flashes intermittently. Green led red led 9 the alarm will not locate without a battery in the compar...

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    10 10 10. Repair/servicing • if the alarm is not functioning, first check the troubleshooting section. If this does not rectify the problem: • consult your installer, wholesale distributor or landlord for advice if property is rented. • there are no user serviceable parts, except for models with loo...

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    11 although smoke alarms can help save lives by providing an early warning of a fire, they do not prevent property damage. Home owners and renters should have adequate insurance to protect their property. If after reviewing this manual you feel that your smoke alarm is defective in any way, do not t...

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    12. Troubleshooting • always turn off the mains supply to ac alarms before checking connections etc. . 12 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 w...

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    13 13. Warranty & contact details ten year limited warranty warranty chubb warrants to the original consumer purchaser that each new smoke alarm will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of 10 years from the date of purchase. To the extent permitted by law,...

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    As 3786 lic 1377 sai global this warranty is provided by: chubb fire & security pty ltd abn 47 000 067 541 a utc climate, controls & security company 149-155 milton street, ashfield nsw 2131 australia telephone: 1800 654 435 website: www.Quell.Com.Au chubb new zealand limited a utc climate, controls...