Legislation and regulations

Safety regulations

• Mount the dialler and/or EM-8001 on a stable panel or wall.
• Mount the dialler at a height of 2 metres or lower.
• Protect the dialler and/or EM-8001 against overvoltage by using an earthed power supply.
• If an Ethernet cable enters from outside the premises (ground cable), equip it with surge protection.
• Use the dialler and/or EM-8001 only in areas protected from the weather.
• Operate the dialler only within a temperature range of 0°C to +50°C. Using the dialler outside this range may cause damage.
• Operate the EM-8001 only within a temperature range of -30°C to +70°C. Using the EM-8001 outside this range may cause damage.
• Do not use these products in areas where children may be present.

Note: When recycling or disposing of the product (), always observe the regulations applicable in your country.

Battery requirements

• Use only the battery supplied by Adésys for Octalarm alarm diallers (A-Batt-6.4V). This battery, developed and fully approved by Adésys, contains a chip to communicate its status.
• Do not expose the battery to temperatures above +85°C or to open flames.
• Do not damage the battery. Avoid dropping, deforming, bumping, cutting, or piercing it with sharp objects.
• Never charge or discharge a damaged battery.
• Keep the battery away from liquids. Do not use a battery if it is wet or appears damp.

Note: When recycling or disposing of the battery (), always observe the regulations applicable in your country.

Safe alerting

• Enter multiple contacts and include them in the alarm process.
• Use multiple alerting methods, such as voice and app, interchangeably.
• Mark critical alarms as such, so that users ALWAYS act on them. This increases the attention value in the app (see Alarms | Configuring inputs: Alarm settings (left-hand side) Critical alarm).
• Increase the number of repetitions after acceptance (see Alarms | Configuring inputs: Alarm settings (left-hand side) Repeat after acceptance).
• Adjust the Wait time between repeats setting, which defaults to 30 minutes, according to the urgency of the alarm, e.g. 10 minutes (see Alarms | Configuring inputs: Alarm settings (left-hand side) Waiting time between repetitions).
• Use short alarm delays. Default settings: Delay before active is 5 seconds and Delay after recovery is 2 seconds (see Alarms | Configuring inputs: Alarm settings (left-hand side) Delay before active).
• Regularly back up your settings (see The portal: portal.octalarm.com | Remote setup (global) | Import & Export).

Regular alarm testing

Adésys develops and manufactures the Octalarm alarm dialler with great care. However, due to the importance of effective alerts, you should test alarms regularly, for example, once a week. This tests not only the alarm dialler but also the downstream telephone connections. A good test is to briefly remove the mains plug to simulate a power failure. See Contacts | Add and edit: Run test call for more test options.

Maintenance

• Replace the battery every 3 years (see How to replace the battery).
• Keep the screen free from grease, water, and dust.
• The calculated lifetime is 10.64 years. Replace the alarm dialler when this period has expired.

Storage and transport

• Store and transport the product on a flat surface.
• Keep flammable or explosive materials away from the product.
• Store the alarm dialler at temperatures between 0°C and +85°C.
• Store the EM-8001 at temperatures between -40°C and +85°C.
• Do not store the alarm dialler or EM-8001 in direct sunlight.
• Avoid disconnecting the dialler from the mains for more than a year, because:
  • the internal clock will lose the correct time and date;
  • battery life will be negatively affected.

Defects and repair

Contact the Adésys helpdesk if a malfunction or failure occurs. Opening the alarm dialler or EM-8001 will void the warranty. Only experts appointed by Adésys may repair the dialler or EM-8001.

Recycling and disposal

The alarm dialler and EM-8001 are electronic devices. Do not dispose of electronic equipment with household waste.

Note: When the alarm dialler or battery reaches the end of its service life, always observe the regulations applicable in your country when disposing of it.

Warranty and liability

Adésys subjects every product to a series of extensive tests before shipment. The warranty is void if:

• gross negligence or incompetent installation caused the defect;
• repairs or modifications have been made to the equipment without Adésys’ consent;
• the serial number has been removed or altered.

Adésys products do not offer a 100% guarantee against damage; they are only a tool to help prevent damage. Discuss any remaining risk with your insurer.

All transactions are subject to the 2019 General Terms & Conditions issued by Koninklijke Metaalunie (the Dutch organisation for small and medium-sized enterprises in the metal industry), filed at the Registry of the District Court in Rotterdam on 1 January 2019.

In accordance with Article 12 of these Metaalunie terms and conditions, Adésys does not accept any liability for consequential damage caused by inexpert use of, or faults in, its products.

In addition to the applicable Metaalunie Terms & Conditions, both Client and Contractor must comply with the applicable laws and regulations regarding sanctioned countries.

Fields of application | Quality mark

Adésys products are CE marked only, making them suitable for use within the European Economic Area (EEA) only.