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(ii) Press the test button for up to 10 seconds and ensure that the alarm sounds. This tests
the sensors, electronics and sounder are working. A red light on the cover will flash while
the alarm is sounding. The alarm will stop when the button is released. Pressing the test
button simulates the effect of smoke and heat during a real fire and is the best way to ensure
the alarm is operating correctly.
WARNING: DO NOT TEST WITH FLAME
This can set fire to the alarm and damage the house
We do not recommend testing with smoke or heat as the results can be misleading unless
special apparatus is used.
(iii) Check for any sign of contamination such as cobwebs or dust and clean the alarm as
described in the “CLEANING YOUR ALARM” section on page 10, if necessary.
(iv) Interconnected alarms only - Test the first unit by pressing the test button for 10
seconds. All the units should alarm within 10 seconds of the first horn sounding. After
releasing the test button, the local horn will stop sounding immediately and the
interconnected units will be heard sounding in the distance for a further 3 seconds. The red
light on the first unit only will flash about twice a second. Check all the other units similarly
in turn.
(v) Check the functioning of the mains battery back-up directly after installation and then
at least yearly as follows:
- Turn off the mains power at the distribution board and check that the green indicator light
is extinguished.
- Press the Test/Hush button for up to 10 seconds and ensure the horn sounds loudly.
- Monitor the alarm over a 3 minute period for any beeps.
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