SAFETY INFORMATION

SMOKE ALARM PLACEMENT

INSTALLATION/OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS FOR THE

GREENBROOK SMOKE ALARM

MODEL NUMBER: ASIM

Thank you for purchasing a SmokeAlarm from GreenBrook Electrical.This alarm must be installed by aqualified electrician, using thefollowing installation instructions.

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ALARM FEATURESIonization smoke alarms are generallymore effective at detecting flaming fireswhich consume combustible materialsrapidly and spread quickly. Sources of thesefires may include paper burning in a wastepaper or rubbish bin or a grease fire in thekitchen.

• AC/DC operated Ionization type smokealarm

• Ionization sensor for fast flaming fires• Insect proof• High and stable sensitivity sensor• Quick fix mounting bracket and simple

AC connector for simple installation.• Fitting and battery tamper-resist feature• Inter-connectable with up to 40 units• Self test button• Alarm and AC power-on LED indicators• Smoke alarm will automatically re-set

when smoke clears.

1. This smoke alarm requires constant220-240V AC 50Hz mains powersupply to operate properly. Backup 9VDC battery will offer additional protectionin the event of a power failure. Thissmoke alarm WILL NOT work if ACpower is not connected or has failedor been interrupted for any reason,AND if the backup battery is removed,drained or improperly connected, thealarm will not work during a powerfailure. DO NOT use any other kind ofbattery except as specified.

2. The push-to-test button accuratelytests all smoke alarm functions. DONOT use any other test method. Testthe alarm weekly to ensure properoperation.

3. This alarm should be installed bya qualified electrician in accordancewith the current wiring regulations.

4. This alarm is designed to be usedinside a single family building only. Inmulti-family buildings, each individualliving unit should have its own alarm.DONOT install in non-residentialbuildings or places which house manypeople like hotels, motels, dormitories,hospitals, nursing homes or grouphomes. This alarm is not a substitutefor a complete alarm system.

5. Install an alarm in every room and onevery level of the home. Smoke maynot reach the smoke alarm for manyreasons. For example, if a fire starts ina remote part of the home, on anotherlevel, in a chimney, wall, roof or on theother side of a closed door, smokemay not reach the smoke alarm intime to alert household members. Asmoke alarm will not promptly detecta fire except in the area in which it isinstalled.

6. Smoke alarms may not alert everyhousehold member every time. Thealarm sound of the alarm is loud inorder to alert individuals of a potentialdanger. However, there may be limitingcircumstances where a householdmember may not hear the alarm (i.e.outdoor or indoor noise, sound sleepers,the hard of hearing, etc.)

7. Household members must hear thealarm’s warning sound and quicklyrespond to it, to reduce the risk ofdamage, injury or death that mayresult from a fire. If a householdmember is hard of hearing, installspecial smoke alarms with lights orvibrating devices to alert occupants.

8. Smoke alarms can only sound theiralarms when they detect smoke.Smoke alarms detect combustionparticles in the air. They do not senseheat, flames or gas. This smoke alarmis designed to give audible warning ofa developing fire. However many firesare fast-burning, explosive or intentional.Others are caused by carelessness orsafety hazards. Smoke may not reachthe smoke alarm QUICKLY ENOUGHto ensure safe escape.

9. Smoke alarms have limitations. Thissmoke alarm is not foolproof and is

Minimum required smoke alarm locations

Recommended additional smoke alarm locations

Smoke alarms recommended for additionalprotection

Two-StoryResidence

Single-Story Residence

not warranted to protect lives orproperty from fire. Smoke alarms arenot suitable for insurance. Homeowners and renters should ensuretheir lives and property. In addition itis possible for the smoke alarm to failat any time. For this reason, you musttest the smoke alarm weekly and replace every 5 years.

Note: For best protection, we recommendthat you install a smoke alarm in everyroom.

Typical Single-Story HomeInstall a smoke alarm on the ceiling orwall inside each bedroom and in the hallwayoutside each separate sleeping area. If abedroom area hallway is more than 30feet long, install a smoke alarm at eachend. If there is a basement, install asmoke alarm on the basement ceiling atthe bottom of the stairwell.

Typical Multi-Story or Split Level HomeInstall a smoke alarm on the ceiling orwall inside each bedroom and in thehallway outside each separate sleepingarea. If a bedroom area hallway is morethan 30 feet long, install a smoke alarmat each end. Also, install a smoke alarmon the top of a first to second floor stairwell.

IMPORTANTSMOKEALARMPLACEMENTANDEXCEPTIONINFORMATION

1. Install a smoke alarm as close to thecenter of the ceiling as possible. If this

HOW TO INSTALL

INTER-CONNECTINGYOUR SMOKE ALARMS

is not practical, mount no closer than4 inches from a wall or corner. Also, iflocal codes allow, install smokealarms on the wall between 4 and 12inches from the ceiling/wallintersections.

2. Install a minimum of two smokealarms in every home, no matter howsmall the home.

3. Install a smoke alarm in each roomthat is divided by a partial wall (eithercoming down from the ceiling at least8 inches, or coming up from the floor.

4. Install a smoke alarm in lived-in atticsor attics which house electricalequipment like fires, air conditioners orheaters.

DO NOT INSTALL SMOKE ALARMS -1. Near appliances or areas wherenormal combustion regularly occurssuch as kitchens, near fires or hotwater heaters.

2. In areas with high humidity, likebathrooms or areas near dishwashersor washing machines. Install at least10 feet away from these areas.

3. Near air returns or heating andcooling supply vents. Install at least 3feet away from these areas. The aircould blow smoke away from thedetector, interrupting its alarm.

4. Do not install smoke alarms in roomswhere temperaturesmay fall below4°C or rise above 38°C.

5. In extremely dusty, dirty areas orinsect-infested areas where looseparticles could interfere with thesmoke alarms operation.

WARNING: This alarm is mains poweredand requires wiring by a qualifiedelectrician in accordance with the currentIEE Regulations for Electrical Installations(BS7671).

12.Gently tug the connector to be sure itis attached securely.

13.Position the alarm on the mountingplate and turn clockwise to lock intoplace. To engage the tamper resistfeature, insert the pin into the notchon the edge of the alarm when thealarm is properly positioned on themounting plate.

PLEASE NOTE: the alarm will notmount to the plate if the battery is notinstalled. You must install the battery.

14.You can now turn the mains powersupply back on and test your alarm.See the ‘Testing’ section.

For inter-connecting line, use only1.0mm2 to 1.5mm2 solid or strandedwire. When inter-connecting, the maxi-mum wire length can be up to 1500 feetbetween any two alarms using 1.0mm2or4000 feet for 1.5mm2. (20 Ohms loopresistance).This alarm can be inter-connected withas many as 40 GreenBrook smoke, heator carbon monoxide alarms. Do not tryto connect to any other type or model ofalarm other than GreenBrook models.

The circuit used to power the smokealarm must be a dedicated permanentsupply that cannot be switched offaccidentally by the normal user. Beforeinstalling ensure the electrical supply isisolated.

1. Isolate the power supply by switchingoff at the mains.

2. Remove the mounting plate from theback of the alarm by turning the platecounter clockwise.

3. Gently pull the household wiresthrough the centre hole of the plate.

4. Secure the plate to the ceiling or wallwith mounting screws.

5. With a three way connector block,connect the brown wire from theconnector plug to the brown/redhousehold wire.

6. Connect the blue wire from theconnector plug to the blue/blackhousehold wire.

7. If you want to inter-connect morealarms, connect the yellow wire fromthe connector to the inter-connectionwire between the smoke alarms. See‘Inter-Connecting Your Smoke Alarms’section.If it is a single alarm you are installing,simply cover the yellow wire withelectrical tape and tuck it into thejunction box.

8. Lift open the battery pocket door.

9. Connect the new 9V battery to thebattery connector inside the batterypocket. Be sure that the battery issecurely connected. The alarm maybeep briefly when the battery isinstalled.

10.Close the battery pocket door,snapping it into place.

11.Attach the connector plug to the pinson the back of the alarm. The plug willonly fit one way and will snap intoplace.

OPERATING THE ALARM

TESTINGREPLACING THE BATTERY

CLEANING

HUSH FEATURE

NUISANCE ALARMSOnce the alarm has been installed asmall green LED indicator light shouldbe visible through the alarm grill, indicatingthat it is receiving AC supply. A red LEDindicator light should also flash once aminute to indicate the battery is healthyand the unit is operating properly.

If smoke is detected, the unit will emit aloud pulsating alarm and a red indicatorlight will flash quickly and will continueto do so until the air is clear.The ‘HUSH’ feature can mute the detectorif it has been advertently triggered byholding down the ‘TEST/HUSH’ buttonfor a few seconds. The alarm will bemuted for 10 minutes and then will resetinto normal mode.

Test the alarm to be sure it is installedcorrectly and operating properly. Thepush to test button accurately tests thefunctions. Do not use an open flame totest this smoke alarm. You may igniteand damage the smoke alarm or yourhome.When testing, stand at arms length awayfrom the alarm as the horn is very loudand can be harmful to your hearing.

1. Firmly press the PUSH-TO-TESTbutton for at least 5 seconds. Thealarm will sound a loud beeping noise.This will end when the push to testbutton is released.

2. If the alarm does not sound press thePUSH-TO-TEST button again. If it stilldoes not sound, please contact yourelectrician to come and check thewiring of your alarm.

Ensure you test the alarms weekly andupon return from any vacation orwhen no one has been in the housefor several days.

DANGER: If the alarm sounds without thetest button being pressed youmust assumethis is indicating a fire and so requires yourimmediate attention and action.

If there is a nuisance alarm simply pressthe test/hush button on the alarm tosilence it for 10 minutes.If, when the alarm goes off, there is nosign of smoke, heat or noise to indicatethat there is a fire, you should get yourfamily into a safe place, before you startinvestigating.Check the house carefully in case there isa small fire smoldering somewhere.Check whether there is some source ofsmoke or fumes, for example cookingfumes being drawn past the smokealarm by an extractor.If there are frequent nuisance/falsealarms it may be necessary to re-locatethe device away from the source offumes.If for some reason the alarm continuesto sound without smoke or heat beingpresent (due to insect infestation orcontamination build up for example) theunit can be silenced by disconnectingthe mains power and removing the unit.

If cleaning the alarm does not correctthe problem it can be returned to themanufacturer for repair or replacement.

All GreenBrook smoke alarms have acombined test/hush button to help youcontrol nuisance false alarms.

1.To cancel a false alarm press thetest/hush button located on the coverfor a second and then release it. Thealarm will automatically switch to areduced sensitivity condition. Inapproximately 3 seconds the buzzerwill be silent for 10 minutes.(very large levels of smoke from anearby fire will override the hush onthe smoke alarm)

The unit will flash the red light every 10seconds (instead of the normal 40 seconds)to indicate the sensitivity is reduced.

On inter-connected alarms, pressing thetest/hush on any other alarm will notcancel the alarm.

2. The unit will reset to normal sensitivityat the end of the silenced period. Ifadditional silenced time is required,simply push the test/hush buttonagain.

In addition to weekly testing, this alarmrequires yearly battery replacement andperiodic cleaning.

1. Turn the mains power off to the alarm.2. Clean the alarm at least once a monthto remove dust, dirt and debris usingthe soft brush or wand attachment toa vacuum cleaner.Vacuum all sides and the cover of thealarm. Be sure all of the vents are freefrom debris. If necessary, use a dampcloth to clean the alarm cover.

IMPORTANT: Do notattempt to remove thecover to clean inside thealarm. This will invalidateyour warranty.

Always turn off the power supply to thealarm before attempting to replace thebattery. The battery must be replacedevery 3 years or immediately when the‘low battery’ signal sounds.

WARNING: Do not use any other type ofbattery. This unit requires one standard9V battery. Do not use rechargeablebatteries. If a different type of battery isused the alarm unit could explode due toa chemical reaction.

1. Turn off the mains power to the alarm.

2. Remove the tamper-resist tab fittedbetween the mounting plate anddetector. Turn smoke alarm counterclockwise to detach it from themounting plate and gently pull thealarm down.

3. Remove the battery.

4. Connect and insert the new 9V battery,noting the polarity of the connections.Ensure the metal tab is fully depressedwhen the battery has been fitted.

5. Using the push-to-test button, test thesmoke alarm to verify 9V DC batterybackup. See ‘TESTING’ for moreinformation.

6. Re-attach the alarm to the mountingplate by turning the alarm clockwiseuntil it snaps into place. Once in place,insert the tamper-resist tab into thenotch on the edge of the alarm.

7. Turn the power back on to the alarmand test it using the PUSH-TO-TESTbutton, see ‘TESTING’ section. If thealarm fails to operate, please refer to

Your GreenBrook Smoke Alarm isguaranteed for 5 years from the dateof purchase. This is in addition to

your statutory rights.

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Operating Temp: 4°C to 38°CElectrical Rating: 220-240V AC 50Hz

& 9V Battery BackupBattery Backup: In event of a power lossthe battery will give operation for 3yrs min.Stand by Current: 15µA MaxAlarm Current: 20mAMaxAlarm Sound Level: 85Db at 3MHumidity Rating: 10% - 90%Interconnect Qty’s: Up to 40GreenBrookSmoke/Heat/CO alarms can inter-connectReactive Threshold: 0.61~1.92 %FT.OBS.Please note: This alarm can only beinter-connected with other GreenBrookalarms.

PROBLEM SOLUTIONAlarm does notsound whentested

NOTE: Push thetest button for atleast 5 secondswhile testing!

1. Remove the alarmfrom the mountingplate and check thatthe battery is properlyattached to theconnector

2. Clean the alarm

The alarm beepsabout once aminute

Replace the battery, SeeReplacing The Battery’section

Alarm is makingunwanted ornuisance alarms

1. Clean the alarm. Seethe ‘Cleaning’ section

2. Have the alarmmovedto a new location by anelectrician. Also, seeAlarm Placement’section

The alarm hornsounds differentto the one I’muse to for heator smokealarms

The alarm is operatingcorrectly.This alarm features theinternational horn soundfor evacuation. The hornpattern is 3 short beepsfollowed by 2 secondpauses and then repeats.

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the ‘TROUBLESHOOTING’ section ofthese instructions. If problem stillpersists, please speak to your electrician.

Do not attempt to remove the cover ofthe alarm as this will invalidate yourwarranty.

If the alarm sounds and you have notpushed the test button, it is a warning ofa dangerous situation. Your immediateresponse is necessary.

To prepare for such an occurrence,develop family escape plans, discussthem with all household members, andpractice them regularly.1. Expose everyone to the sound of thesmoke alarm and explain what thesound means.

2. Determine two exits from each roomand an escape route to the outsidefrom each exit.

3. Teach all household members totouch the door and if it’s hot, theymust use an alternative exit. Instructthem not to open the door if it is hot.

4. Teach household members to crawlalong the floor to stay below dangeroussmoke, fumes and gases.

5. Determine a safe meeting point for allmembers outside the building.

1. Do not panic, stay clam.2. Leave the building as quickly as possible.Touch the doors to feel if they are hotbefore opening them. Use an alternativeexit if the door is hot. Crawl along thefloor, do not stop to collect anything.

3. Meet at the pre-arranged meetingpoint outside the building.

4. Call the fire brigade.5. Do not go back inside a burning building.Wait for the fire brigade to arrive.

These guidelines will assist you in the eventof a fire. However, to reduce the chance thatfires will start, practice fire safety rules andprevent hazardous situations.

WARNING: DO NOT disconnect thebattery to stop an unwanted alarm. Thiswill stop your fire protection.

PRACTICE FIRE SAFETY

WHAT TODO IN CASEOF FIRE