DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 Smoke Alarm Troubleshooting Guide

DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 SMOKE ALARM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Troubleshooting guide and other resources for the DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 smoke alarms from MATelec Australia

Alarm TestingLED Signals & AlertsFactory ResettingDET-SMK/RF/AC/1 BatteryDET-SMK/RF/AC/10 BatteryAlarm PairingResources

TESTING THE ALARM

Testing your det-smk/rf/ac/1 & det-smk/rf/ac/10 smoke alarms

We recommend testing your DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 Smoke Alarms monthly to confirm they are working correctly.

  1. 1

    Test Button

    Press and hold the Test button until you hear the alarm sound.

  2. 2

    Alarms Sound

    All interconnected alarms should sound at the same time confirming that the wireless network in functioning properly.

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  3. 3

    Release Button

    Release the button to stop the test.

  4. 4

    Flashing LED

    After testing, ensure the red LED on each alarm is flashing. This will continue for approximately three minutes, indicating the test was successful.

LED SIGNALS & ALERTS

LED SIGNALS & AUDIBLE ALERTS REFERENCE TABLE

We recommend testing your DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 Smoke Alarms monthly to confirm they are working correctly.

TABLE HEADING

Operation Sound

Red LED Status

Sound

Standby Status (Normal operation)

Red LED flashes every 48 seconds

Standby Status (Normal operation)

Standby Status (Normal operation)

Green LED illuminates continuously.

Standby Status (Normal operation)

Standby Status (Normal operation)

The unit chirps & Red LED flashes once every 48 seconds.

Test by pressing the TEST button on the smoke alarm for at least 5 seconds.
The alarm will sound if all functioning properly.
If no alarm sounds, refer to “Troubleshooting”.
Recommend testing the alarm weekly by pressing the TEST button.

TESTING THE ALARM

TESTING YOUR DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 SMOKE ALARMS

We recommend testing your DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 Smoke Alarms monthly to confirm they are working correctly.

Step 1

TEST BUTTON

Press and hold the Test button until you hear the alarm sound.

Step 2

ALARMS SOUND

All interconnected alarms should sound at the same time confirming that the wireless network in functioning properly.

Step 3

RELEASE BUTTON

Release the button to stop the test.

Step 4

FLASHING LED

After testing, ensure the red LED on each alarm is flashing. This will continue for approximately three minutes, indicating the test was successful.

VIDEO

Testing the Alarm

How to test MATelec DET-SMK/AC/1, /10 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/1, /10 Smoke Alarms

LED SIGNALS & ALERTS

LED SIGNALS & AUDIBLE ALERTS REFERENCE TABLE

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VIDEO

Understanding the LED Signals and Audible Alarms

Understanding the LED signals and audible alarms on MATelec DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 and /10 Smoke Alarms

VIDEO

Using HUSH Mode & Locating Triggered Alarms

Using HUSH mode & locating triggered alarms on MATelec DET-SMK/AC/1 /10 and RF/AC/1 /10 Smoke Alarms

FACTORY RESETTING

FACTORY RESETTING DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 SMOKE ALARMS

To restore your DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 Smoke Alarms to their factory settings, follow the steps.

Step 1

ISOLATE MAINS POWER

Isolate the mains power by pushing the button on the side of the alarm to detach the head from the base and have it swing down from the ceiling.

Step 2

REMOVE BATTERY

Remove the backup battery.

Step 3

TEST BUTTON

Press and hold the Test button while reinserting the battery.

Step 4

LED LIGHT

The red LED will illuminate for 3 seconds.

Step 5

RELEASE BUTTON

When the red LED turns off, release the Test button.

Step 6

TEST BUTTON

When the red LED lights up again for 3 seconds, press the Test button once to unpair and complete the factory reset.

Step 7

AUDIBLE CHIRP

The alarm will chirp three times to confirm a successful reset.

Step 8

SECURE ALARM

Swing the alarm head back up and secure it onto the base until it clicks into place.

VIDEO

Factory Resetting the Alarm

How to Factory Reset MATelec DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 and /10 Smoke Alarms

BATTERY INFORMATION

DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 SMOKE ALARM BATTERY INFORMATION

The DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 Smoke Alarm includes a one-year alkaline backup battery designed to keep the alarm operating during a power outage. This battery should be replaced every 12 months.

Step 1

AUDIBLE CHIRP AND LED FLASH

A single chirp accompanied by a red LED flash every 48 seconds indicates the backup battery needs replacing. This alert cannot be silenced until the battery is changed.

Step 2

PUSH BUTTON

Press the Push button on the side of the alarm to release it from its base. Open the alarm body and replace the backup battery with a new one.

Step 3

SECURE ALARM

Close the alarm body securely, then refit the unit onto its base until it clicks into place.

VIDEO

DET-SMK/AC/1 & DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 Battery Replacement

Replacing the battery in MATelec DET-SMK/AC/1 and DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 Smoke Alarms

BATTERY INFORMATION

DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 SMOKE ALARM BATTERY INFORMATION

The DET-SMK/AC/RF/10 Smoke Alarm contains a non-replaceable 10-year battery designed to last for the full life of the unit.

Step 1

AUDIBLE CHIRP AND LED FLASH

When the alarm reaches the end of its service life, it will emit one chirp with two red LED flashes every 48 seconds.

Step 2

CHECK EXPIRY

This signal means the entire unit must be replaced. You can also confirm this by checking the printed expiry date on the back of the alarm.

VIDEO

DET-SMK/RF/AC/10 Unit Replacement

Battery & Unit Replacement for MATelec DET-SMK AC & RF Smoke Alarms (1-Year & 10-Year Models)

ALARM PAIRING

DET-SMK/RF SMOKE ALARM PAIRING INSTRUCTIONS

Follow the below steps to pair the DET-SMK/RF alarms with another MATelec Australia RF-enabled smoke alarm. When one alarm is triggered, all alarms in the connected network will alarm.

Step 1

SELECT MASTER ALARM

Select one smoke alarm to act as the MASTER unit and apply the provided MASTER sticker. A centrally located alarm is recommended for optimal communication. If your system includes both wired and wireless alarms, the MASTER should be a centrally located wired alarm.

Step 2

TEST BUTTON

Press the TEST button on the MASTER three times within 2 seconds to activate pairing mode. Pairing mode will remain active for 30 seconds.

Step 3

SLAVE TEST BUTTON

To pair each SLAVE alarm, press the TEST button on the SLAVE three times within 2 seconds. If pairing is successful, both alarms will emit one short chirp and the SLAVE LED will turn off. Repeat this step for each additional SLAVE alarm.

Step 4

MASTER TEST BUTTON

Once all alarms are paired, press and hold the MASTER TEST button until the red LED turns off to confirm the MASTER has exited pairing mode.

VIDEO

Pairing DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & /10 Alarms

Pairing MATelec DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 and /10 Smoke Alarms

VIDEO

Pairing DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & /10 Alarms with FSA-30000

Pairing MATelec DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 and /10 Smoke Alarms with a MATelec FSA-30000 Smoke Alarm

VIDEO

Pairing DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & /10 Alarms with FSA-60000

Pairing MATelec DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 and /10 Smoke Alarms to a MATelec FSA-60000 Smoke Alarm

VIDEO

Pairing DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 & /10 Alarms with FSA-90000 Remote

Pairing the MATelec FSA-90000 Wireless Remote with MATelec DET-SMK/RF/AC/1 and /10 Smoke Alarms

Related Resources

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General Troubleshooting Guide

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Specification Sheet

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