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6.1.5 There are five terminals in the supply terminal block, marked 9V, A, SW, N,
LOOP. It is important that the alarm be wired correctly to ensure correct opera-
tion. Incorrect wiring to the Smoke Alarm will damage the unit and void the
warranty.
6.1.6 A total maximum of 250 meters (820 feet) of wire can be used in interconnect-
ing smoke alarms.
6.1.7 All final sub-circuit conductors including the signal conductor must be a mini-
mum size of 1mm² with 250V grade insulation.
6.1.8 Interconnected Smoke Alarms must be connected to the same final subcircuit.
6.1.9 Do not use any wire that could later be confused with the normal house wires
for the interconnect wire. For example, green/yellow earth wire.
6.1.10 Do not connect AC power wires to SW interconnect terminal. These will dam-
age smoke alarms.
6.1.11 Do not connect the SW interconnect wire to any device, except the SW inter-
connect terminal of smoke alarm. Otherwise, smoke alarm will be damage.
6.1.12 Switch wire (SW) only can drive the RK10A/9 and smoke alarms.
6.1.13 Do not connect 9V wire to AC power or SW interconnect terminal.These may
damage smoke alarms.
6.1.14 Smoke alarms should be interconnected only within the confines of a single
family living unit. If smoke alarms are interconnected between different units,
there may be excessive nuisance alarms. Residents may not be aware that
smoke alarms are being tested or that it is a nuisance alarm caused by cooking,
etc.
6. INSTALLATION
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