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1. GENERAL POOL SCOUT is the result of intellectualized and quality design and high manufacturing techniques, it is an electronics monitoring system that automatically sounds an alarm when children or pets fall into your unsupervised pool. POOL SCOUT is a portable, self-contained, light weight unit that is safe and simple to operate. Entry into the pool will be detected by the unit’s electronics sensor, triggering a loud pulsating alarm to give people alert in shortest time. 2.
Function Button Adjustument 4. BATTERY INSTALLATION / REPLACEMENT 4.1 The Main unit is powered by 6pcs alkaline batteries LR20 1.5V, install and replace battery as followings: Remove the screws in rear battery-case (see Fig. 3-1/2/3/4). 4.2 With low battery warning function, if main unit beep every 20 seconds, that indicates you to replace the battery with new ones. Keep in mind: It is important that do not let the rubber washer come off. 5.
5.1 Your pool alarm integrates intelligent system which analyzes the surface of the pool and can automatically reset. It is easy to operate, and involve many different functions, which are achieved through operation of Control Buttons. Attention: 1. To move control button, you have to press it down at first, this is designed to avoid false operation by children. 2. Status indication A. Surveillance status B. Sleep/Swimming status C. System-Off status D.
.4 Return to surveillance status If system sounds alarm,it will last alarming for 4 minutes, if you want to stop it,just move button to any position, then system will re-enter into surveillance status(see Fig. 6-1/2) Fig 6-1 Fig 6-2 5.5 Swim status Move control button to "SWIM", you will hear “WO WO…” and yellow light start to flash every 10s, it indicates the system into Swim status (see Fig. 7). WO WO Fig 7 Attention: 1.
5.6 Mute function for main unit Move control button to "MUTE", the system enter into MUTE status,the main unit only send signal to receiver without giving out alarm sound(see Fig. 8). Fig 8 5.7 Transmitter function description 5.7.1 Power-on Connect the DC plug with the receiver and power on the receiver,then set the red switch key to ON, the LED3 of the receiver will flashes every 10 seconds to indicate the receiver is in working status.
5.7.2 Alarm Function 5.7.2.1 Normal Alarm When children or pets fall into pool, ponds, the receiver will alarm with LEDS flashing and give out sounds at the same time(see Fig 10). WO~WO~…… LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 LED5 Fig 10 5.7.2.2 Temporarily sound mute function When the receiver receive the alarm signal from the transmitter and alarm, you can temporarily stop the alarm sound by short pressing the function button(see Fig 11). 5.7.2.
5.7.3 MUTE function When the receiver enter into MUTE status, it means the receiver will give out visual LED flashing without sound. 5.7.3.1 Normal status to MUTE status Short press function button 1 time, LED2 will flash 1 time along with 1 beep, it enters into Mute status, then LED2, LED3, LED4 will flash every 10 seconds to indicate the receiver is now MUTE status(see Fig 13-1/2). 5.7.3.
5.7.5 Battery recharge function There is one built-in rechargeable 9V battery. When the adaptor is plugged in, the battery will be recharged automatically.The battery can be recharged approximately 1,200 times, and will last about 6~7 hours once fully charged. The normal charging time is about 10 hours.When the mains is disconnected or you want to use outside,the fully charged battery can last about 6~7 hours. 5.7.6 Switch ON-OFF function To switch off the receiver after use, set the red switch to OFF.
7. INSTALLATION & REMOVAL OF MAIN UNIT 7.1 Our alarm can be adjusted to apply different water levels with submersible sensor tube, we suggest the gap 1-2cm between tube and pool wall (see Fig. 17-1/2). Fig 17-1 Fig 17-2 7.2 Tools needed: percussive drill, dia.8mm; cross screwdriver, dia.6mm. 7.3 Procedures: A. set the system in Off status at first; B. choose the proper place to install, mark the position for hole drilling, and drill two hole 3-4cm deep; (see Fig. 18-1/2 ) Fig 18-1 Fig 18-2 7.
Fig 19-2 Fig 19-1 Fig 19-3 Fig 19-4 7.5 If to remove the main unit, use screwdriver to take off screws. 8. ADJUSTMENT OF SUBMERSIBLE SENSOR TUBE 8.1. It is suggested that the sensor tube should submerge into water 10cm deep (see Fig. 20); Fig 20 8.2. Turn the nut loose counterclockwise, move the extension tube up and down to make it proper, then turn the nut tight clockwise (see Fig. 21-1/2/3/4).
Fig 21-1 Fig 21-2 Fig 21-3 Fig 21-4 9. TEST 9.1 To make sure the device work effectively, we suggest to test alarm each time before use: Set the alarm system in surveillance status at first, drop child simulator (e.g. four 1.5L bottles full of water, not less than 6kgs) into pool at the farthest point from main unit, the alarm system will sound alarm in seconds when water waves get contact with sensor (see Fig. 22-1/2/3).
10.3. In case of power failure, you can have back-up battery inside, battery installation or removal, see Fig. 23. Fig 23 10.4. W/ reset button, you can reset remote receiver when alarming. 10.5. Remote receiver sounds alarm together with red light flashing, both to attract attention and help alert those who may be hard of hearing. .10.6. DO Not put it in the basements or close to metal walls.
It will not sound alarm when you are swimming. 11.3. After your swimming, wait till the water calm down, move Control Button to left side to activate alarm system, or wait a few seconds for the system to activate automatically. Attention: make sure the system is activated before leaving the pool. 12ˊSWIMMING POOL SAFETY TIPS -Supervise children at all times. -Never permit swimming alone. Never leave a child alone, even to answer the telephone.
14. ATTENTION POOL SCOUT has been designed to aid in the detection of unwanted intrusions into unsupervised pools. POOL SCOUT IS A SAFETY ALARM SYSTEM AND NOT A LIFE SAVING DEVICE. “This device is not intended to replace any other safety consideration -e.g. adult supervision, lifeguards, fences, gates, pool covers, locks, etc., and some devices may not detect gradual entry.” POOL SCOUT is made of sturdy Plastic+UV.
A: you’d better install more Q: no alarm when drop object in pool? A: check the submersible sensor tube into water lever 10cm deep, or weight of the object. Q: my alarm involve solar power, but it doesn’t work. A: the battery is not charged, please charge it before use. Q: I want to battery-power the alarm instead of solar power, if it is ok? A: OK. It is necessary to install the dry battery in case no sunshine. Q: I use the alarm system indoor, but no sunshine, how to power? A: use dry battery(6 x LR20 1.
