Page 3Manual Octalarm-Touch | Back to index
Adesys B.V. | Wateringen
1. Introduction
1.1. Safety rules and advice for regular testin alarms
To use the Octalarm-Touch properly, please read and follow these safety rules:
• mount the device on a solid panel or wall;
• the Octalarm-Touch must be mounted below 2 meter height;
• protect the Octalarm-Touch against a surge by using a grounded power connection;
• do not use an outdoor ethernet connection directly, instead use a surge protected switch or router;
• use the Octalarm-Touch in an indoor setting, the device needs to be protected from direct weather
exposure;
• the operating temperature is 0°C ... 50°C. Using the Octalarm-Touch outside this temperature range
may result in damage;
• this equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present;
• the recycling and/or disposal will have to be done by following the guidelines stated in this quickstart.
Battery handling guide
• Only use the Adésys Octalarm-Touch type battery. There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced
by an incorrect type.
• Donotexposebatterytotemperatureover+85°Coranopename.
• Do not damage the unit by dropping, deforming, impacting, cutting or penetrating with a sharp object.
• Do not charge or discharge damaged battery.
• Keep the battery away from direct contact with liquids. Do not use if battery is wet or moist is visible;.
• The recycling and/or disposal will have to be done by following the guidelines stated in this quickstart.
Periodic testing of alarms
Octalarm-Touch has been developed and manufactured with great care. However, given the importance
of good alarms, it is recommended that you test the alarms regularly (e.g. once a week). This will not only
test the proper operation of the Octalarm-Touch, but also the telephone connections. An example of a
goodtestistobrieyremovethemainsplug,whichwillcauseapowerfailuretobecalledout.Seealso
chapter “5.1. Add and edit” under Contacts for more test options.
1.2. Maintenance
For an optimal use of the Octalarm-Touch the following maintenance rules must be applied:
• change the battery every 2 years;
• keep the screen clean of grease, water or dust;
• the calculated life expectancy is 10,64 year, replace the Octalarm-Touch when the life expectancy is
reached.
1.3. Storage and transport
• Storeandtransporttheproductonaatsurface.
• Theremustbenoammableorexplosivematerialsnearby.
• The temperature must be within the 0°C ... +85°C range.
• Do not store this product in a place exposed to direct sunlight.
• To ensure a correct internal clock time do not store for longer than a year.
1.4. Faults and repair
When a fault has occurred please contact Adésys service helpdesk. By opening the Octalarm-Touch the
warranty is void. Repairing the Octalarm-Touch is only allowed by Adésys appointed experts.
1.5. Disposal
The Octalarm-Touch is an electronic device. Electrical and electronic equipment should not be mixed with
general household waste. Please contact the installer or Adésys for more information.
When batteries are at their end-of-life they should be disposed separately from general household waste.
Please, dispose of batteries correctly at your local community waste collection or the recycling center.
Disposingofthebatteryinareorhotovencanresultinanexplosion.Crushingorcuttingofabattery
can also result in an explosion.
1.6. Guarantee and liaility
Every Octalarm-Touch undergoes a series of extensive tests at Adésys prior to dispatch. Adésys also gives
a two year guarantee.
The guarantee becomes invalid if:
• the defect is caused by gross negligence or incompetent installation;
• the appliance has been repaired and/or altered without Adésys’ permission;
• it is established that the serial number has been removed or damaged.
