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RadioLink Ei168RC Instruction Manual

Manual is about: Alarm Base

Summary of Ei168RC

  • Page 1

    Instructions read and retain carefully for as long as the product is being used. It contains vital information on the operation and installation. This booklet should be regarded as part of the product. If you are just installing the alarm, this booklet must be given to the householder. This booklet ...

  • Page 2: Contents

    Contents 1. Overview ........................................................................................................ 2. Quick install guide ..................................................................................... 3. Installation ....................................................

  • Page 3: 1. Overview

    1. Overview this version of the ei168rc retains all the functionality of previous generations but has some additional features. It can be easily distinguished from previous versions by the blue led on the side which replaces the amber led. The primary function of the radiolink base is to interconnec...

  • Page 4: Remote Control Functions

    4 function remote testing description all the alarms can be tested from a centralised location remote locating this will silence all the alarms in the system except the one sensing the fire remote silencing this will silence all the alarms in the system model no. - alarms comment ei160rc & ei140rc s...

  • Page 5

    5 radiolink system mixed wired & radiolink system alarm controller hardwired interconnect wireless interconnect alarm controller in this configuration the alarm controller must be a radiolink device. It is not possible to control the system from the hardware interconnect side.

  • Page 6: 2. Quick Install Guide

    2. Quick install guide the ei168rc radiolink base must be installed by a qualified electrician. The maximum number of radiolink alarms in each system is 12. Install each radiolink base in the centre of the ceiling at least 0.30m from light fittings as per the smoke/heat alarm instructions and connec...

  • Page 7

    To house code, insert a small screwdriver into the house code switch slot and remove immediately when blue light comes on. Repeat this for all alarms in the system. This must be completed as quickly as possible to activate the house code mode and ensure the system only communicates with itself and n...

  • Page 8: 3. Installation

    3. Installation 8 mains operated products should be installed by a qualified electrician as per the requirements for electrical installations published as iee wiring regulations – bs7671 current edition. Failure to install this unit correctly may expose the user to shock or fire hazards. This unit i...

  • Page 9: Front Wall

    Orientation of radiolink bases it is best practice to align all the radiolink bases in the same direction as shown in the diagram above. This will ensure that all the antennas are in parallel which will maximise the rf signal strength. 9 orientate latch to point to front wall orientate all radiolink...

  • Page 10: Fixing & Wiring

    Fixing & wiring select a location complying with the advice in the smoke/heat alarm instruction leaflet. Disconnect the ac mains supply from the circuit that is going to be used. Remove the cover from the terminal block as shown here. Bring the mains wires through the ceiling and thread them through...

  • Page 11

    To prevent air draughts affecting smoke or heat entering the alarm it is important to seal the area around the hole in the ceiling with foam or silicon rubber. Screw the base to the ceiling using a single screw for now. The second screw should be inserted at the end of this procedure to secure the b...

  • Page 12

    Slide the alarm head onto the base. Connect the mains power to the alarm circuit. Check the green light is on. Wait 10 seconds and check that the green led on the alarm cover is on indicating that mains power is present. If the blue light flashes every 10 seconds, remove the alarm and manually depre...

  • Page 13: House Coding

    A maximum of 12 radiolink bases may be used in any one system. If your system has more than 12 alarms please consult your supplier or contact tech support (see back page). House coding when all the radiolink bases have been installed and fitted with alarms, you are now ready to house code the system...

  • Page 14

    Check that all the devices have been successfully house coded. This can be done by counting the amount of blue flashes on each radiolink base. The number of flashes should correspond to the number of devices in the system. E.G. If the system has 4 alarms and a remote controller (e.G. Ei450) the blue...

  • Page 15

    Radiolink devices instructing them to exit the house code mode. Note: some radiolink devices do not support the on demand exit house code feature. You may allow them to automatically exit house code after the time period or if you wish, you can do it manually. Consult the individual radiolink device...

  • Page 16: Factory Reset The House Code

    Factory reset the house code sometimes in order to resolve an rf communication issue, it may be necessary to reset (factory reset) and house code the system again. To reset each radiolink base insert and hold a screwdriver into the house code slot on the base as shown here. The blue light will come ...

  • Page 17

    If when checking the radiolink interconnection some of the alarms do not respond to the button test, then: (i) ensure you have held the test button down for up to 20 seconds and the blue light has come on continuously for 3.5 seconds. (ii) ensure all bases are orientated the same way with respect to...

  • Page 18

    (iii) extend the flexible antenna from the base housing. To do this, the antenna should first be removed from its groove in the base of the unit. Remove the breakaway section in the outer rim and push the antenna in to this groove. For improved signal strength the antenna can be pushed flat or verti...

  • Page 19

    Check that the green light is on continuously to indicate that mains power is present and that the red light flashes every 40 seconds. Frequent testing of the system is a requirement to ensure its continued and safe operation. Guidelines and best practices for testing are as follows: 1. After the sy...

  • Page 20: Damage The House)

    To test an individual alarm press and hold the test button until he horn sounds and the red light flashes. This will ensure that the sensor, electronics and sounder are working. To test the radiolink system, press and hold the test button on one of the alarms. The blue light on the side of the ei168...

  • Page 21: Battery Back-Up Check

    Battery back-up check check that the rechargeable lithium battery is functioning and able to power the ei168rc. If the battery is disconnected or depleted the blue light will flash every 10 seconds end of life (eol) check check the replace unit by date on all ei168rc bases and attached alarms. If th...

  • Page 22: 6. Technical Specification

    Vacuum all around the smoke entry openings in the smoke alarms to remove any excess dust, lint, cobwebs, etc. 6. Technical specification supply voltage 230vac ~50hz, 80ma battery back-up 10 year rechargeable lithium rf frequency 868.499mhz temp range 0 o c to 40 o c (cat 3) humidity 15% - 95% (non c...

  • Page 23: 7. Guarantee

    7. Guarantee ei electronics guarantees the model ei168rc for 5 years from date of purchase against any defects that are due to faulty materials or workmanship. This guarantee only applies to normal conditions of use and service and does not include damage resulting from accident, neglect, misuse, un...

  • Page 24

    - at least weekly. This is to determine whether there are sources of interference preventing communication. The radio paths may be disrupted by moving furniture or renovations, and so regular testing will help identify these and other faults, so that they can be rectified (see section 5). (ii) recei...

  • Page 25

    9. Getting the radiolink base serviced if your radiolink base fails to work after you have carefully read all the instructions and checked that the unit has been installed correctly contact customer assistance at the nearest address given at the end of this leaflet. If it needs to be returned for re...

  • Page 26: Block E1

    26 the crossed out wheelie bin symbol that is on your product indicates that this product should not be disposed of via the normal household waste stream. Proper disposal will prevent possible harm to the environment or to human health. When disposing of this product please separate it from other wa...

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  • Page 28: Aico Ltd

    Aico ltd mile end business park, maesbury road, oswestry, shropshire sy10 8nn, u.K. Telephone: 0870 7584000 www.Aico.Co.Uk ei electronics shannon industrial estate, shannon, co. Clare, ireland. Telephone: +353 (0)61 471277 www.Eielectronics.Com p/n b17688 rev 3 © ei electronics 2013.