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IMPORTANT: This manual contains important information regarding the operation of your MagnaLatch ALERT gate alarm. Ensure you read this manual fully before installing and operating the alarm. If you are installing this gate alarm for use by others, you must leave this Manual (or a copy of it) with the end user. ® IMPORTANT: 3.6V Lithium Thionyl Chloride Battery (Li-SOCl2) supplied. Battery CON 1 1.1 1.2 2 type ER14250 - 1/2 AA (3.6V). Fire, explosion & severe burn hazard.
ration e e by tery water. ore death. ull CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 4 1.1 SCOPE 4 1.2 PURPOSE 4 2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 4 2.1 SPECIFICATION 4 2.2 ELECTRICAL DATA 5 2.3 ENVIRONMENT 5 2.4 STANDARDS 5 3.1 ATTACHING ALERT TO LATCH BODY 3.2 INSTALLATION 6 7 3.3 POWERING UP 7 3.5 DISARMING THE ALERT TEMPORARILY OPTIONAL 11 3.6 OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE 12 3.7 CHANGING THE BATTERY 13 3.8 DISPOSAL OF BATTERIES 13 3.
1 INTRODUCTION 2.2 1.1 SCOPE Congratulations on purchasing a MagnaLatch® ALERT gate alarm. The MagnaLatch® ALERT is a sensor with audible and visual signals to alert that a gate has been opened and remains unlatched. It is ideal for a location where children need to be protected, such as a play area or swimming pool. any b NOTE 1.
is a ched. pool. ALERT ch is a may 2.2 ELECTRICAL DATA Power Source Supplied: Lithium Thionyl Chloride Battery (Li-SOCl2). Battery Type: ½ AA (3.6V). For best results, use type ER14250. Battery Life Expectancy (usage): 3.6V Lithium batteries are designed for long life. As with any battery used outdoors, environmental conditions can effect their performance and longevity. NOTE: If the ALERT has not been used for long periods of time, follow the instructions in section 3.3 on Powering Up.
3 INSTALLATION & OPERATION 3.1 ATTACHING ALERT MODULE TO LATCH BODY (Note: MagnaLatch® installation instructions are included separately and are not inside this manual.) TOP PULL VERTICAL PULL 3.2 Magn Pull m NOT Magn 3.3 1. Re #1 DO 1 1. Slide top of ALERT Module underneath top housing. 2. Snap into place starting at the top. 3. Snap bottom section into place. Ensure ALERT is fully snapped into place at all positions. 6 s manual ML3 alert_ENGLISH.
nual.) 3.2 INSTALLATION MagnaLatch® ALERT is designed to fit and work with MagnaLatch “Series 3” Top Pull and Vertical Pull models only. See installation instructions provided with the product. NOTE: MagnaLatch® ALERT will NOT fit or work on any other gate latch or previous model of MagnaLatch®. 3.3 POWERING UP 1. Remove screw and front cover by using a #1 Phillips-head screwdriver. DO NOT lose the screw. 1 2.
3.3 POWERING UP - CONTINUED 3. Open & close the gate 5 times to calibrate the system. This will also ensure the battery operates at peak performance (see section 2.2). NOTE: A false sounding of a low battery (ramp down) may occur during the calibration process. If this continues, replace with new battery or contact D&D Technologies. 3 3.4 4. Re-attach front cover and screw by using #1 Phillips-head screwdriver. 1. Re #1 DO 1 4 NOT with 8 s manual ML3 alert_ENGLISH.
g 3.4 ACTIVATING THE DISARM FEATURE ON ALERT MODULE - OPTIONAL 1. Remove screw and front cover by using a #1 Phillips-head screwdriver. DO NOT lose the screw. 1 2. Open the gate. Gate must be open in order to activate the Disarm feature. 2 NOTE: The gate must be open whenever activating or deactivating the Disarm feature and when using the disarm feature itself. NOTE: Ensure battery is properly inserted with (+) symbol on top and (-) on bottom. s manual ML3 alert_ENGLISH.
3.4 ACTIVATING THE DISARM FEATURE ON ALERT - OPTIONAL (CONT) 3.5 1. Insert a paper clip into the hole located 1. To between the paper clip image and On/Off symbol. Press once to activate the Disarm feature. A “ramp-up” sound will be heard. 2. Close the gate and re-attach the front cover with screw using a #1 Phillips-head screwdriver.
T) 3.5 DISARMING THE ALERT TEMPORARILY - OPTIONAL er driver. 1. To temporarily disarm the ALERT for a 2. Place finger on top of the Disarm Sensor NOTE: Do not wear gloves when disarming. The Disarm Sensor is touch-sensitive to skin only. NOTE: Closing and latching the gate at any time will re-arm the ALERT Module. NOTE: The ALERT is now de-activated for up to 15 minutes as long as the gate is held open. After 15 minutes, or if closing the gate at any time, the ALERT Module will re-arm itself.
Resets when gate is latched or battery drains out 3.6 OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE 3.7 C Resets when gate is shut or battery drains out LIFT ML3 KNOB SYSTEM ACTIVE CLOSING GATE AND ENGAGING LATCH AT ANY TIME RESETS THE ALARM ACKNOWLEDGMENT (immediate) BEEP + LIGHTS FLASHING Ramp Down Sound OPEN GATE DELAY DELAY BEEP + LIGHTS FLASHING BEEP + LIGHTS FLASHING (2 seconds) 2nd WARNING DELAY See section 3.
out out nd ge 7 HTS HING HTS HING HTS HING 3.7 CHANGING THE BATTERY When the battery strength goes below an acceptable level, a “ramp-down” sound will occur every time the gate is opened. When replacing the battery, refer to section 3.3. For best results, use battery type ER14250 (1/2 AA - 3.6V) 3.8 DISPOSAL OF BATTERIES AU/NZ/EU: Do not dispose of batteries in household waste. Please return to point of purchase or appropriate battery collection centre for recycling.
4 STATEMENTS OF COMPLIANCE Compliance Testing Report of a Pool Fence Alarm to FCC Part 15 (B) Class B (ANSI C63.4:2003) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
3) g two pt any ce, nst s to ce, nst ul na EN 5 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How does extreme weather and Lithium batteries are designed for long life, but as with any battery used 1 long periods of non-usage effect outdoors, environmental conditions and long periods of non-usage can the battery? effect their life-span. See section 3.3 on Powering Up. 2 A unique downward chirping sound will occur each time the gate is opened, indicating the battery is running low.
6 7 TROUBLESHOOTING As the make D&D T Problem Solution 1 My gate is closed but the alarm won’t stop. Be sure your MagnaLatch® ALERT is properly aligned and securely latched. See MagnaLatch® ALERT installation instructions. 2 My disarm touch sensor isn’t working. The Disarm feature comes de-activated from the factory. To activate, refer Section 3.4. 3 The alarm is making a downward chirping sound; what does this mean? The battery is low and time to replace. Refer Section 3.3.
ns. 7 POOL SAFETY INFORMATION As the founding sponsor of the National Drowning Prevention Alliance (www.NDPA.org) and the makers of the MagnaLatch® magnetic, self-latching gate latch and TruClose®, self-closing hinges, D&D Technologies is committed to supporting efforts to prevent toddler drowning worldwide. Always consult with local officials for pool barrier Standards/Codes in your area. For more information on D&D’s products visit our website www.ddtechglobal.
10 W 9 POOL SAFETY RESOURCES USA American Academy of Pediatrics American Red Cross APSP, the pool industry’s association Arizona codes Consumer Product Safety Commission Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona National Drowning Prevention Alliance Safe Kids (search under drowning) 1.GEN www.aap.org www.redcross.org www.theapsp.org www.childrensafetyzone.com www.poolsafety.gov www.preventdrownings.org www.NDPA.org www.usa.Safekids.
10 WARRANTY - LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 1.GENERAL CONDITIONS These Warranty conditions apply to all products manufactured by D&D Technologies (D&D) except MagnaLatch® ALERT Gate Alarm, KwikFit® Aluminium Gate Hinges, SureClose® Gate Closers & Hinges and D&D Stainless Steel Gate Latches and Hinges. See section 3 below for specific Warranty details applying to these four product lines. 1.
10 WARRANTY - CONT. to the original purchaser of the Product or to the first consumer where the Product has been installed by a contractor for the benefit of the consumer and may not be assigned without D&D’s prior written consent. 1.5.
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Version 1.0 22/10/2014 Record your Warranty information here as a handy reference. Date of purchase Retailer where purchased Country of purchase Warranty registration card number (found on green card inside package) www.ddtechglobal.com AUSTRALIA NORTH & SOUTH AMERICA EUROPE Telephone Telephone Telephone 1800 500 203 or (02) 9454 7800 (800) 716 0888 or (714) 677 1300 +31 (0)30 291 98 47 Email Email Email sales@ddtech.com.au info@ddtechusa.com sales@ddtech.nl s manual ML3 alert_ENGLISH.