Tynetec FM0630-J User guide
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Tynetec FM0630-J is a battery management document that provides information on the types of batteries fitted in Tynetec Assisted Living and Aidcall Healthcare products. It describes how each product should be periodically tested and how often you should expect to replace the batteries. This document can be used to help you manage the replacement of batteries in your Tynetec products, ensuring that they are always operating at their best.
Tynetec FM0630-J is a battery management document that provides information on the types of batteries fitted in Tynetec Assisted Living and Aidcall Healthcare products. It describes how each product should be periodically tested and how often you should expect to replace the batteries. This document can be used to help you manage the replacement of batteries in your Tynetec products, ensuring that they are always operating at their best.
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Assisted Living and Healthcare
Battery Management
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This document provides information on the types of batteries fitted in Tynetec Assisted Living and Aidcall Healthcare products.
It describes how each product should be periodically tested and how often you should expect to replace the batteries.
Battery Management
It is important to have procedures in place to manage the
replacement of batteries in 169MHz Telecare devices,
Reach at-home alarms, Advent xt warden call and
Touchsafe Pro Nursecall systems.
In most cases batteries can be simply replaced, however
some devices will have to be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall.
Certain detectors e.g. Smoke, Heat, CO, and Gas must be
replaced completely at their end-of-life (5-10 years).
See the tables on pages 8 & 9 for the typical battery life of
each product type.
Typical Battery Life
Typical battery life varies depending on the device type
and its estimated typical usage, e.g. the battery in a PIR
which activates many times a day will have far less life than
a Smoke Detector that may only be tested once a month.
The typical battery life stated on pages 8 & 9 is based on
normal usage; this time period may be reduced if the device
is used in the wrong application or the wrong environment
or if extreme overuse has occurred.
Low Battery Reporting
169MHz Telecare Devices perform an automatic battery
test every 24 hours. If the voltage falls and stays below a
preset level for 7 consecutive days a “low battery” alarm is
reported. Once a low battery call is received the complete
device or battery should be replaced within 7 days.
Reach At-Home Alarms perform an automatic battery test
every 24 hours; if the battery condition is failing a “low
battery” alarm is reported. If the mains supply fails this is
reported within a random delay of up to 4 hours, the unit
will continue to operate for up to 24 hours. If the mains is
not restored a “low battery” alarm will be reported approx
1 hour before it switches off.
Advent xt Warden Call Systems report a mains failure after
a preset delay (default 5 mins), the system will continue to
operate for up to 8 hours. If the mains is not restored a
“low battery” alarm will be reported approx 1 hour before
the system switches off.
Touchsafe Pro Nursecall Call Systems report a mains failure
on the screen with an orange Mains Fail indicator, panels
will continue to operate for up to 8 hours in normal use. If
the mains is not restored the on-screen indicator will go red
for Battery Low followed by yellow for Battery Critical
before the panel switches off.
Nursecall call points and other radio device batteries are
checked every time a call is made and every 2 hours on a
system poll. Devices with low batteries are identified on the
Nursecall Panel. Once a low battery alert is received the
batteries should be replaced within 72 hours.
Battery Testing Procedures
The following sections describe how to test the battery in
all Tynetec/Aidcall products which are either battery
powered or include a standby battery back-up. Depending
on the product type it is recommended to perform these
tests on a monthly (M) or annual (A) basis, see tables on
pages 8 & 9.
Touch 2 Pendants
Personal Pendant; press the silver button,
check the red light flashes and a Pendant
alarm call is made.
Attack Pendant; press the silver button,
check the red light flashes and an Attack
alarm call is made. Note; the dial-out is silent
on a Reach at-home alarm.
Carer Pendant; hold the YELLOW button on the Reach unit
for 5 seconds then press the Pendant, check with the
Control Centre that an attendance time is logged.
Pendants should be tested once a month - they must be
replaced when the battery is exhausted.
Fall Detector
Press the silver button, check the red light
flashes and a Pendant alarm call is made.
Press and hold the small black button for
3 seconds to test a Fall alarm call - leave
for about 10 seconds for it to reset itself.
Fall Detectors should be tested once a month – they must
be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Ceiling Pullcord
Pull the orange cord and check a Pendant
alarm call is made. Ceiling Pullcords should
be tested once a month.
Ceiling Pullcords must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Big Button
Press the big button and check a Pendant
alarm call is made. Big Buttons should
be tested once a month.
Big Buttons must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Tynetec and Aidcall are business units of Legrand Electric Ltd
Unit 10 Cowley Road, Blyth Riverside Business Park, Blyth
Northumberland, NE24 5TF. Tel: 01670 352 371
Email: sales@tynetec.co.uk Web: www.tynetec.co.uk
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Smoke Detector (FireAngel)
Press the Test/ button in the centre
and release. The unit will sound an
audible alarm consisting of 2 cycles
of 3 loud beeps, then stop itself.
The red light on the detector will
flash rapidly during the audible signal.
Check a smoke alarm call is made.
Smoke Detectors should be tested once a month.
The Smoke Detector has 2 batteries, one for the detector
itself and one for the radio transmitter. When the detector
battery is running low the device will chirp every 45 seconds
and the yellow light will flash at the same time. If the radio
transmitter battery is running low a “low battery” alarm will
be reported.
The Smoke Detector battery is sealed for life and cannot be
replaced, once the low battery warning starts the complete
detector must be deactivated and replaced. The radio
transmitter module can be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for
battery replacement.
Heat Detector (FireAngel)
Press the Test/ button in the centre
and release. The unit will sound an
audible alarm consisting of 2 cycles
of 3 loud beeps, then stop itself.
The red light on the detector will
flash rapidly during the audible signal.
Check a heat alarm call is made.
Heat Detectors should be tested once a month.
The Heat Detector has 2 batteries, one for the detector
itself and one for the radio transmitter. When the detector
battery is running low the device will chirp every 45 seconds
and the yellow light will flash at the same time. If the radio
transmitter battery is running low a “low battery” alarm will
be reported.
The Heat Detector battery is sealed for life and cannot be
replaced, once the low battery warning starts the complete
detector must be deactivated and replaced. The radio
transmitter module can be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for
battery replacement.
CO Detector (FireAngel)
Press the Test/ button in the centre
and release. The unit will sound an
audible alarm consisting of 2 cycles
of 4 loud beeps, then stop itself.
The red light on the CO detector will
flash rapidly during the audible signal.
Check a carbon monoxide alarm call is made.
CO Detectors should be tested once a month.
The CO Detector has 2 batteries, one for the detector itself
and one for the radio transmitter. When the detector
battery is running low the device will chirp every 60 seconds
and the yellow light will flash at the same time. If the radio
transmitter battery is running low a “low battery” alarm will
be reported.
The CO Detector battery is sealed for life and cannot be
replaced, once the low battery warning starts the complete
detector must be deactivated and replaced. The radio
transmitter module can be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for
battery replacement.
Hearing Impaired Smoke Alarm (RadioLink)
With the Telecare interface keyswitch in the ON position
test calls will NOT be transmitted.
If you want the test call to be transmitted the keyswitch
should be turned to the TEST position.
Turn the mains supply to the
Strobe unit OFF and check the
MAINS/STANDBY light flashes
yellow once every 5 seconds.
Press and hold the TEST button
on the Strobe unit, check the
Smoke alarm and any additional
Heat/CO alarms all sound, the
Strobe light flashes and the pad
vibrates. If the battery power is
running low the yellow FAULT light
will also flash once every 5 seconds.
Remember to switch the mains supply back ON after testing.
Hearing Impaired Smoke Alarms should be tested once a
month.
When the Smoke detector battery is running low the device
will chirp every 32 seconds and the red light will flash at the
same time. If the radio transmitter battery in the Telecare
interface is running low a “low battery” alarm will be
reported.
The Smoke detector (and any additional Heat/CO detector)
batteries are sealed for life and cannot be replaced, once
the low battery warning starts the complete detector must
be deactivated and replaced. The radio transmitter in the
Telecare interface can be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for
battery replacement.
Temperature Extreme Sensor
Remove the lid, press and hold the TEST
button for about 3 seconds until the red
light starts to flash, check a High
Temperature alarm call is made.
After 10-15 seconds the red light will flash
again and a Low Temperature alarm call will be made.
IMPORTANT: after the test you must remove the battery for
a few seconds then refit. Temperature Extreme Sensors
should be tested once a year.
The Temperature Extreme Sensor battery is user
replaceable, see table on page 8 for correct type.
Ambient Temperature Sensor
Remove the lid, press and hold the TEST
button for about 3 seconds until the red
light starts to flash, check a High
Temperature alarm call is made.
After 10-15 seconds the red light will flash
again and a Low Temperature alarm call will be made.
IMPORTANT: after the test you must remove the battery for
a few seconds then refit. Ambient Temperature Sensors
should be tested once a year.
The Ambient Temperature Sensor battery is user
replaceable, see table on page 8 for correct type.
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Gas Detector
Press and hold the Test/Hush button for
more than 20 seconds then release,
check a Gas alarm call is made.
Gas Detectors should be tested once a
month. When the yellow FAULT light starts flashing
the detector is contaminated and must be replaced.
Typical life is 5 years.
If the transmitter battery is running low a “low battery”
alarm will be reported, the complete detector must be
returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Combined Gas & CO Detector
Press the TRANSMIT GAS button and check
a Gas alarm call is made.
Press the TRANSMIT CO button and check
a Carbon Monoxide alarm call is made.
Note: this tests the radio transmitter only.
The Gas & CO sensors themselves should be
tested every 6-12 months.
The Gas sensor can only be tested with calibrated test gas,
never test using neat gas as this will poison the sensor.
The CO sensor can only be tested using calibrated test CO,
this will take approx 1 minute to trigger.
For test gas supplies please contact; [email protected]
When the yellow FAULT starts flashing the detector is
contaminated and must be replaced. Typical life is 6 years.
If the transmitter battery is running low a “low battery”
alarm will be reported, the complete detector must be
returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Flood Detector
Place a damp cloth across the 2 brass studs
on the base - do not fully submerge in
water. Check a Flood alarm call is made.
Flood Detectors should be tested once a year – they must
be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
PIR Motion Detector
When the PIR is switched ON the LED on the top face will
normally light green, if the batteries
are low this will be followed by 5
quick red flashes.
PIR’s should be tested once a month.
The PIR Detector batteries are user replaceable,
see table on page 8 for correct type.
Door Exit Contacts & Keyswitch
Turn the keyswitch to the NORMAL position,
open the monitored door and check a
Door Exit alarm call is made.
Door Contacts should be
tested once a year.
Door Contacts must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for
battery replacement.
Alarm Door Contacts
Open the monitored door and check a
Door Exit alarm call is made. Door
Contacts should be tested once a year.
Door Contacts must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
No Alarm Door Contacts
Open the monitored door and check a
Door Contact event has been recorded
on the iCare website. Door Contacts
should be tested once a year.
Door Contacts must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for
battery replacement.
Bogus Caller Door Contacts
Open the monitored door and check a
silent* Bogus Caller alarm call is made.
*Voice call is possible with Reach units
supplied from Aug 2017 onward.
Door Contacts should be tested once a year.
Door Contacts must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Intruder Door Contacts
Set the Reach at-home alarm into intruder
mode and allow the exit time to expire.
Open and close the monitored door
and check a silent Intruder alarm call is
made. Intruder Door Contacts should
be tested once a year.
Intruder Door Contacts must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall
for battery replacement.
Intruder Door Contacts & Keyswitch
Turn the keyswitch to the NORMAL position,
set the Reach at-home alarm into intruder
mode and allow the exit time
to expire. Open and close the
monitored door and check a
silent Intruder alarm call is made.
Intruder Contacts should be tested once a year.
Intruder Door Contacts must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall
for battery replacement.
Property Exit Sensor
With the front door closed swipe down the
right hand side of the PIR with the magnetic
fob and a Door Exit alarm will activate.
Swipe again and a Door Contact alarm will
activate. Note; these 2 alarm types alternate
with each swipe and they may transmit in reverse order.
Property Exit Sensors should be tested once a year.
The PIR Detector battery is user replaceable, see table on
page 8 for correct type.
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Panic/Bogus Caller Switch
ZXT436 Panic Switch; press and check a silent
Attack alarm call is made.
ZXT488 Bogus Caller Switch (Code 18); press
and check a silent* Bogus Caller alarm call is
made. *Voice call is possible with Reach units
supplied from Aug 2017 onward.
Panic/Bogus Caller switches should be tested
once a month.
Panic/Bogus Caller switches must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Bogus Caller Buttons
ZXT443 Bogus Caller Button; press and check
the red light flashes and a silent Attack alarm
call is made.
ZXT488 Bogus Caller Button (Code 18); press
and check the red light flashes and a silent*
Bogus Caller alarm call is made. *Voice call is possible with
Reach units supplied from Aug 2017 onward.
Bogus Caller Buttons should be tested once a month.
Bogus Caller Buttons must be replaced when the battery is
exhausted.
Bed Occupancy Monitor
Switch the mains supply OFF, press the
CARER CALL button on the Sensor Controller
and check a Bed Occupancy alarm call is
made. If the unit powers-down it is likely
the battery needs replacing. Remember to
switch the mains supply back ON after testing.
Bed Occupancy Monitors should be tested once a year.
The Sensor Controller battery is user replaceable, see table
on page 8 for correct type.
Chair Occupancy Monitor
Switch the mains supply OFF, press the
CARER CALL button on the Sensor Controller
and check a Chair Occupancy alarm call is
made. If the unit powers-down it is likely
the battery needs replacing. Remember to
switch the mains supply back ON after testing.
Chair Occupancy Monitors should be tested once a year.
The Sensor Controller battery is user replaceable, see table
on page 8 for correct type.
Enuresis Sensor with Plastic Bed Mat
Place a damp cloth on the plastic bed mat,
check the red light flashes and an Enuresis
alarm call is made. Enuresis Sensors
should be tested once a year.
The Enuresis Sensor battery is user replaceable, see table
on page 8 for correct type.
Enuresis Sensor with Cotton Bed Sheet
Use a screwdriver or similar metal object
to short-circuit the 2 metal studs on the
cotton bed sheet, check the red light
flashes and an Enuresis alarm call is made.
Enuresis Sensors should be tested once a year.
The Enuresis Sensor battery is user replaceable, see table
on page 8 for correct type.
Emfit Bed/Chair Epilepsy Monitors
Press the TEST TRANSMIT button on the
plug-in transmitter module, check the
red light flashes and an Epilepsy alarm
call is made. Epilepsy Monitors should
be tested once a month.
If the transmitter battery is running low a “low battery”
alarm will be reported, the transmitter module must be
returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
The Emfit control unit batteries are user replaceable, see
table on page 8 for correct type.
Companion Bed Epilepsy Monitor
Set the Time Delay to “0” then beat the
bed with constant rhythm until an
Epilepsy alarm call is made.
Press RESET then repeat the test
making noise into the microphone.
Remember to set the Time Delay back to the original setting
after testing. Epilepsy Monitors should be tested once a
month.
If the transmitter battery is running low a “low battery”
alarm will be reported, the complete unit must be returned
to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
The Companion Bedside Monitor battery is user
replaceable, see table on page 8 for correct type.
Guardian Bed Epilepsy Monitor
Press the on/reset button and wait for
the display to show “ACTIVE”.
Beat the bed with constant rhythm
until the display shows
“SEIZURE ALARM” and an Epilepsy
alarm call is made.
Press the on/reset button again to clear the display.
Epilepsy Monitors should be tested once a month.
If the transmitter battery is running low a “low battery”
alarm will be reported, the complete unit must be returned
to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
The Alert-it Guardian Bedside Monitor must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
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Pill Dispenser
The battery level can be checked at any
time by tilting the dispenser forward
(between 15 and 40 degrees); after
the “NEXT DOSE” and “DOSES LEFT”
information the battery level remaining
will be displayed e.g. “B 75%”.
If the battery level falls below 20% the display will show
“LOWBATT” in sequence with the DATE and TIME.
A low battery warning will be transmitted every night at
00:05:10 until the batteries are replaced.
If the battery percentage falls to 0% the pill dispenser will
cease to operate, it will bleep and the display will show
“ERROR 10”. It is recommended to replace the batteries
every 6 months.
The Pill Dispenser batteries are user replaceable, see table
on page 8 for correct type.
Universal Transmitter
Press the TEST button, check the red light
flashes and an alarm call is made. Universal
Transmitters should be tested once a year.
Universal Transmitters must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Boxed/Unboxed Transmitter
Activate the device the Boxed/Unboxed
Transmitter is connected to and check
an alarm call is made.
The type of device the transmitter is
connected to will determine how often
it should be tested, usually once a year.
Boxed/Unboxed Transmitters must be
returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
169MHz Range Extender
Range Extenders self-test their batteries every day.
To perform a manual test; switch the mains
supply OFF, after about 5 secs the unit will
sound 5 beeps and the light will flash amber.
Press the red alarm button to perform
a test transmission. Remember to switch
the mains back ON after testing. Range
Extenders should be tested once a year.
The Range Extender battery pack is user replaceable, see
table on page 8 for correct type.
169/869MHz Translator/Repeater
Translator/Repeaters self-test their batteries every day.
To perform a manual test; switch the mains
supply OFF, after about 5 secs the unit will
sound 5 beeps and the light will flash amber.
Press the red alarm button to perform
a test transmission. Remember to switch
the mains back on after testing. Translator
Repeaters should be tested once a year.
The Translator/Repeater battery pack is user replaceable,
see table on page 8 for correct type.
Reach At-Home Alarm
Reach at-home alarms self-test their batteries
every day. To perform a manual test;
switch the mains supply OFF and after
about 5 secs the unit should announce
“Please check your mains supply”.
Make a test call on battery power, if the
unit powers-down it is likely the batteries need replacing.
Remember to switch the mains back on after testing.
Reach units should be tested once a year.
The Reach battery pack is user replaceable, see table on
page 9 for correct type.
Reach Plus At-Home Alarm
Reach Plus at-home alarms self-test their batteries
every day. To perform a manual test;
switch the mains supply OFF and after
about 5 secs the unit should announce
“Please check your mains supply”.
Make a test call on battery power, if the
unit powers-down it is likely the batteries need replacing.
Remember to switch the mains back on after testing.
Reach units should be tested once a year.
The Reach Plus battery pack is user replaceable, see table
on page 9 for correct type.
Reach Plus GSM At-Home Alarm
Reach Plus GSM at-home alarms self-test their batteries
every day. To perform a manual test;
switch the mains supply OFF and after
about 5 secs the unit should announce
“Please check your mains supply”.
Make a test call on battery power, if the
unit powers-down it is likely the batteries need replacing.
Remember to switch the mains back on after testing.
Reach units should be tested once a year.
The Reach Plus GSM battery pack is user replaceable, see
table on page 9 for correct type.
Note; the GSM module in the stand must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
Reach Ultra At-Home Alarm
Reach Ultra at-home alarms self-test their batteries
every day. To perform a manual test;
switch the mains supply OFF and after
about 5 secs the unit should announce
“Please check your mains supply”.
Make a test call on battery power, if the
unit powers-down it is likely the batteries need replacing.
Remember to switch the mains back on after testing.
Reach units should be tested once a year.
The Reach Ultra battery pack is user replaceable, see table
on page 9 for correct type.
Note; the GSM module in the stand must be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
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Altec Response Local Carer Alarm
Switch the mains supply OFF and make a test
call from any radio device. If the unit
announces “Battery Low” and
powers-down it is likely the battery
needs replacing. Remember to switch
the mains back ON after testing.
The Altec Response should be tested once a year.
The Altec Response battery is user replaceable, see table on
page 9 for correct type.
Advent xt Warden Call Controller
Switch the mains supply OFF and after
a preset delay (default 5 mins) a
“Mains Fail” alarm will be reported.
Perform several test calls on battery
standby. Remember to switch the
mains back ON after testing.
The Advent xt controller batteries should be tested once a
year and replaced every 3-5 years. See table on page 9 for
correct type.
Advent xt PA Amplifier
Switch the mains supply OFF and perform
a test PA announcement and a test
all-call Fire Alarm tone. Remember to
switch the mains back ON after testing.
The Advent xt PA Amplifier battery should be tested once a
year and replaced every 3-5 years. See table on page 9 for
correct type.
Advent xt Bluetooth Remote Control
The maintenance (spanner symbol) button
on the Advent xt combined BLE intercom will
flash white when the battery in the remote
control needs replacing.
The Advent xt remote control battery is user
replaceable, see table on page 9 for correct type.
Advent xt DECT Handset
Spectralink DECT handsets have rechargeable
batteries. A low battery condition is identified
on the display by a red icon. Place the phone
in its charger for about 5 hours for a full charge.
The battery icon will be blue when charging
then go green when fully charged.
A full charge should give 27 hours talk time
or 118 hours standby (7202 model).
The DECT handset rechargeable battery is user replaceable,
see table on page 9 for correct type.
Advent xt Printer
Switch the mains supply OFF and the indicator
light on the printer should go steady green.
Perform a test call on the Advent xt system
and check the call details are printed.
Remember to switch the mains back ON
after testing the printer.
The Advent xt printer battery is user replaceable, see table
on page 9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro Display Panel
Touchsafe Pro Panels self-test their batteries every day.
The green “Supply OK” indicator will
change to purple “Battery Low” when
the battery needs replacing.
To perform a manual test; switch the
mains supply OFF and the green
“Supply OK” indicator will change to
orange “Mains Fail”. Perform several test calls.
Remember to switch the mains back ON after testing.
The battery should be removed and tested once a year by a
Service Engineer and replaced every 5 years. See table on
page 9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro RFE
Touchsafe Pro RFE’s self-test their batteries every day.
A low battery condition will be alerted on
the Nursecall Panel. To perform a manual
test; switch the mains supply OFF and
perform several test calls. Remember to
switch the mains back ON after testing.
The Battery should be removed and tested once a year by a
Service Engineer and replaced every 5 years. See table on
page 9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro Call Point
Touchsafe Pro Call Points self-test their
batteries every 2 hours and during
every call. A low battery condition is
reported on the Nursecall Panel,
replace the batteries within 72 hours
of the first alert or immediately if critically
low. Models with a display will show the battery status
during a call; 4 bars = full charge, 1 bar = critically low.
Batteries should be replaced every 3 years by a Service
Engineer as part of a Maintenance Contract.
The Call Point batteries are user replaceable, see table on
page 9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro Door Monitor
Touchsafe Pro Door Monitors self-test their
batteries every 2 hours and on every
activation. A low battery condition is reported
on the Nursecall Panel, replace the battery
within 72 hours of the first alert or
immediately if critically low.
Batteries should be replaced every 2 years
by a Service Engineer as part of a Maintenance Contract.
The Door Monitor battery is user replaceable, see table on
page 9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro Ceiling Pullcord
Touchsafe Pro Pullcords self-test their batteries every 2
hours and on every activation. A low battery
condition is reported on the Nursecall Panel,
replace the battery within 72 hours of the
first alert or immediately if critically low.
Batteries should be replaced every 2 years by
a Service Engineer as part of a Maintenance Contract.
The Pullcord battery is user replaceable, see table on page 9
for correct type.
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Touchsafe Pro Pendant
Touchsafe Pro Pendants self-test their
batteries every 2 hours and on every
activation. A low battery condition is
reported on the Nursecall Panel, replace
the battery within 72 hours of the first alert
or immediately if critically low.
Batteries should be replaced every 12-18 months by a
Service Engineer as part of a Maintenance Contract.
The Pendant battery is user replaceable, see table on page
9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro Buddy
Touchsafe Pro Buddy’s self-test their
batteries on every button press. A low
battery condition is identified by a red
reassurance LED instead of green.
Replace the battery within 7 days of the
low battery warning.
Batteries should be replaced every 2 years
by a Service Engineer as part of a Maintenance Contract.
The Buddy battery is user replaceable, see table on page 9
for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro Scope Pager
Scope Pagers have rechargeable
batteries. A low battery condition is
identified on the display along with a
beep. Place the Pager in its charger for
a minimum of 7 hours for a full charge.
A full charge should give approx. 15 days operation.
Rechargeable batteries have a typical life of 1000
charge/discharge cycles, or 2-5 years in normal use.
The Scope Pager battery is user replaceable, see table on
page 9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro Bluebell Pager
Bluebell Pagers have rechargeable
batteries. A low battery condition is
identified on the display along with a
beep. Place the Pager in its charger for
a minimum of 7 hours for a full charge.
A full charge should give approx. 72 hours operation.
Rechargeable batteries have a typical life of 1000
charge/discharge cycles, or 2-5 years in normal use.
Bluebell Pagers must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for
battery replacement.
Touchsafe Pro Activity Monitor
Remove the cover from the PIR and move
the internal Jumper to the WALK TEST
position. Refit the lid and perform a
walk test – the front LED should flash
red to confirm operation. Refit the
Jumper into the NORMAL position.
The PIR battery should be tested once a year and replaced
every 2 years by a Service Engineer as part of a
Maintenance Contract.
The PIR battery is user replaceable, see table on page 9 for
correct type.
Touchsafe Pro Epilepsy Monitor
If the Epilepsy Monitor is being used on
batteries alone then a low battery
condition will be indicated by the red
light blinking every fourth time to blue
and a beep every 1.5 hours. The batteries
should be replaced every 3 months.
If the Epilepsy Monitor is powered from the mains adapter
then the batteries are only used for back-up during a mains
failure. In this mode replace the batteries once a year.
The Epilepsy Monitor batteries are user replaceable, see
table on page 9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro 12V/1A Boxed PSU
The 12V/1A battery backed power
supply unit is normally used for the
Bluebell interface/master/slave bases,
the Astra pager transmitter or TCR’s.
To test; switch the mains supply OFF and
the green power indicator will go out. Perform several test
calls on the associated equipment; remember to switch the
mains back on after testing.
The battery should be removed and tested once a year by a
Service Engineer and replaced every 5 years. See table on
page 9 for correct type.
Touchsafe Pro 12V/3A Boxed PSU
The 12V/3A battery backed power
supply unit is normally used for AVI’s
(max 30) or a Maxpage Terminal.
To test; switch the mains supply OFF
and the green power indicator will go out.
Perform several on the associated equipment;
remember to switch the mains back on after testing.
The battery should be removed and tested once a year by a
Service Engineer and replaced every 5 years. See table on
page 9 for correct type.
Doc No. FM0630 issue J Page 8
169MHz Telecare Devices
Part No.
Device Type
Requires
Mains Supply
Battery Type
See Page 10
User
Replaceable
Rechargeable
Test Interval
Notes
See Page 11
Typical Battery Life
ZXT413
Fall Detector (v2)
R
M
1
2 Years
ZXT424
Flood Detector
P
A
1
3-5 Years
ZXT426
Temperature Extreme Sensor
B
✓
A
6-12 Months
ZXT427
Combined Gas & CO Detector
✓
P
A
2
3-5 Years
ZXT431
Enuresis Sensor & Plastic Bed Mat
C
✓
A
1-3 Years
ZXT434
Alarm Door Contact (S/A)
Q
A
3
2-4 Years
ZXT435
Ceiling Pullcord
P
M
1
3-5 Years
ZXT436
Panic Switch (Code 24)
P
M
1
3-5 Years
ZXT438
Door Exit Contact & Keyswitch
Q
A
3
2-4 Years
ZXT439
Big Button
P
M
1
3-5 Years
ZXT440
Boxed Transmitter
P
A
4
1-5 Years
E90085
Unboxed Transmitter
P
A
4
1-5 Years
ZXT442
Ambient Temperature Sensor
B
✓
A
6-12 Months
ZXT443
Bogus Caller Button (Code 24)
P
M
5
3-5 Years
ZXT444
No Alarm Door Contact (S/A)
Q
A
3
2-4 Years
ZXT447
Emfit Bed Epilepsy Monitor
✓
P +
2xD
M
6
Transmitter 3-5 Years
Emfit Unit 3-12 Months
ZXT448
Emfit Chair Epilepsy Monitor
✓
P +
2xD
M
6
Transmitter 3-5 Years
Emfit Unit 3-12 Months
ZXT449
Universal Transmitter
E
A
4
1-3 Years
ZXT450
Sensor Controller
✓
F
✓
✓
A
7
1-3 Years
ZXT473
Bed Occupancy Monitor
✓
F
✓
✓
A
7
1-3 Years
ZXT474
Chair Occupancy Monitor
✓
F
✓
✓
A
7
1-3 Years
ZXT476
Enuresis Sensor & Cotton Bed Sheet
C
✓
A
1-3 Years
ZXT477
Companion Bed Epilepsy Monitor
✓
P
M
8
Transmitter 3-5 Years
F
✓
✓
Bedside Unit 1-3 Years
ZXT478
Property Exit Sensor
H
✓
A
6-12 Months
ZXT479
Guardian Bed Epilepsy Monitor
✓
P
M
9
Transmitter 3-5 Years
S
✓
Bedside Unit 1-3 Years
ZXT481
Intruder Door Contact & Keyswitch
Q
A
4
2-4 Years
ZXT482
Intruder Door Contact
Q
A
4
2-4 Years
ZXT485
Pill Dispenser
4xD
✓
M
10
6-12 Months
ZXT486
Gas Detector
✓
P
M
11
3-5 Years
ZXT488
Bogus Caller Switch (Code 18)
P
M
1
3-5 Years
ZXT489
Bogus Caller Button (Code 18)
P
M
5
3-5 Years
ZXT490
Bogus Caller Door Contact (Code 18)
Q
A
4
2-4 Years
ZXT491
CO Detector (FireAngel)
S
M
12
Detector 10 Years
J
A
Transmitter 10 Years
ZXT492
Smoke Detector (FireAngel)
S
M
12
Detector 10 Years
J
A
Transmitter 10 Years
ZXT493
Heat Detector (FireAngel)
S
M
12
Detector 10 Years
J
A
Transmitter 10 Years
ZXT494
PIR Motion Detector
2xD
✓
M
6-12 Months
ZXT496
Hearing Impaired Smoke Alarm Kit
✓
L
M
13+15
Strobe 3-5 Years
S
Detector 10 Years
✓
P
Transmitter 3-5 Years
ZXT600
Touch 2 Personal Pendant
P
M
5
3-5 Years
ZXT606
Touch 2 Attack Pendant
P
M
5
3-5 Years
ZXT607
Touch 2 Carer Pendant
P
M
5
3-5 Years
ZXT350
169MHz Range Extender
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZXT360
169/869MHz Translator/Repeater
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
Doc No. FM0630 issue J Page 9
At-Home Alarms & Warden Call Systems
Part No.
Product
Requires
Mains Supply
Battery Type
See Page 10
User
Replaceable
Rechargeable
Test Interval
Notes
See Page 11
Typical Battery Life
ZSA500
Reach (Black)
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA501
Reach Falls Package (Black)
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA505
Reach BS8521 Default (Black)
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA510
Reach (White)
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA510
Reach BS8521 Default (White)
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA600
Reach Plus
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA602
Reach Plus Pullcord Package
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA605
Reach Plus BS8521 Default
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA680
Reach Plus GSM
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZSA670
Reach Ultra
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZAR100
Altec Response
✓
F
✓
✓
A
14
1-3 Years
ZXT101
Advent xt Controller
✓
2xK
✓
✓
A
15
1-3 Years
ZXT155
Advent xt PA Amplifier
✓
K
✓
✓
A
15
1-3 Years
ZXT935
Advent xt Bluetooth Remote Control
U
✓
A
1-3 Years
ZXT311
Advent xt Printer
✓
O
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZXT523
Spectralink 7202 DECT Handset
✓
X
✓
✓
A
16
2-5 Years
ZXT524
Spectralink 7212 DECT Handset
✓
X
✓
✓
A
16
2-5 Years
Touchsafe Pro Nursecall System
Part No.
Product
Requires
Mains Supply
Battery Type
See Page 10
User
Replaceable
Rechargeable
Test Interval
Notes
See Page 11
Typical Battery Life
ZNC510
10” Display Panel (No RFE)
✓
T
✓
✓
A
17
Panel 3-5 Years
M
✓
RTC 5 Years
ZNC511
10” Display Panel (with RFE)
✓
T
✓
✓
A
17
Panel 3-5 Years
M
✓
RTC 5 Years
ZNC515
15” Display Panel (No RFE)
✓
T
✓
✓
A
18
Panel 3-5 Years
M
✓
RTC 5 Years
ZNC516
15” Display Panel (with RFE)
✓
T
✓
✓
A
18
Panel 3-5 Years
M
✓
RTC 5 Years
ZNC555
RFE inc PSU
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZNC560
RFE with Plug-top PSU
✓
N
✓
✓
A
3-5 Years
ZNC610
Call Point
3xD
✓
A
3 Years
ZNC615
Call Point with Emergency Pull
3xD
✓
A
3 Years
ZNC620
Call Point with Cardiac Pull
3xD
✓
A
3 Years
ZNC625
Call Point+Display
3xD
✓
A
3 Years
ZNC630
Call Point+Display with Emergency Pull
3xD
✓
A
3 Years
ZNC635
Call Point+Display with Cardiac Pull
3xD
✓
A
3 Years
ZNC665
Personal Pendant
U
✓
A
12-18 Months
ZNC670
Ceiling Pullcord
B
✓
A
2 Years
ZNC675
Door Monitor
B
✓
A
2 Years
ZNC695
Buddy
U
✓
A
2 Years
W07503
Bluebell Pager
Y
✓
A
19
2-5 Years
W07600
Scope Pager
Z
✓
✓
A
20
2-5 Years
E50313
Activity Monitor Kit
H
✓
A
2 Years
E50314
Bed Epilepsy Monitor Kit
✓
2xD
✓
M
3-12 Months
E40061
12V/1A Battery Backed Boxed PSU
✓
V
✓
✓
A
15
3-5 Years
E40121
12V/3A Battery Backed Boxed PSU
✓
W
✓
✓
A
15
3-5 Years
Doc No. FM0630 issue J Page 10
Types of Battery used in Tynetec/Aidcall Products
Type
Image
Voltage & Model
Rating
Technology
Tynetec/Aidcall
Part Number
A
3V CR2430RH1-LF
Tagged Coin Cell
285mAh
Lithium
F00180
B
3.6V AA
2600mAh
Lithium Thionyl Chloride
F00170
C
9V MN1604
Duracell Plus
550mA
Alkaline Manganese
F00120
D
1.5V AA Energizer
Industrial
2850mAh
Alkaline
F00614
E
3.6V Axial ½ Size AA
1200mAh
Lithium Thionyl Chloride
F00190
F
8.4V PP3 Rechargeable
300mAh
Nickel Metal Hydride
F00126
G
1.5V AA Energizer
L91 Ultimate Lithium
3000mAh
Lithium Iron Disulphide
N/A
H
9V PP3 Ultralife
1200mAh
Lithium Manganese
Dioxide
F00125
J
3V CR123A Tagged
1500mAh
Lithium Manganese
Dioxide
F00182
K
12V HZS12-5 Haze
Rechargeable
5Ah
Sealed Lead Acid
F00050
L
12V Y0.8-12 Yuasa
Rechargeable
12V 0.8Ah
Sealed Lead Acid
N/A
M
3V CR2032
Coin Cell
225mAh
Lithium
F00160
N
6V Rechargeable
Battery Pack
1800mAh
Nickel Metal Hydride
F00141
O
6V Rechargeable
Battery Pack
1800mAh
Nickel Metal Hydride
F00186
P
3V CR2032MFR-FH
Tagged Coin Cell
225mAh
Lithium
F00161
Q
3V CR2477NRH-LF
Tagged Coin Cell
950mAh
Lithium
F00181
R
3V CR2450NFH-LF
Tagged Coin Cell
540mAh
Lithium
F00163
S
N/A
Sealed for Life
Various
Various
N/A
T
12V Rechargeable
Battery Pack
4300mAh
Nickel Metal Hydride
F00045
U
3.6V ½ Size AA
1000mA
Lithium Thionyl Chloride
F00171
V
12V NP1.2-12 Yuasa
Rechargeable
1.2Ah
Sealed Lead Acid
F00619
W
12V NP7.0-12 Yuasa
Rechargeable
7.0Ah
Sealed Lead Acid
F00622
X
3.6V Rechargeable
Battery Pack
1170mAh
Lithium-ion
W03051
Y
3.7V Rechargeable
5A Cylinder
700mAh
Lithium-ion
W07559
Z
1.2V AAA EverFast HR03
Rechargeable
1100mAh
Nickel Metal Hydride
W07612
Doc No. FM0630 issue J Page 11
Notes
1. This product must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
2. The combined Gas & CO detector must be plugged into the mains – it also includes a battery powered transmitter.
When the yellow light starts to blink the detector has reached its end of life and the complete unit must be replaced.
3. If monitored doors are left open for extended periods this will reduce the transmitter battery life.
4. The battery life of Universal, Boxed or Unboxed Transmitters depends on the type of device they are connected to, e.g. a
device which very rarely activates will give far greater battery life than one which triggers several times every day.
5. Touch 2 Pendants and Bogus Call buttons must be disposed of and replaced when the battery is exhausted.
6. Emfit Bed/Chair Epilepsy monitors must be plugged into the mains - they also include battery back-up in the control unit
and a battery powered transmitter. If the control unit is powered from batteries alone it should last 3 months, if the
batteries are used as back-up in case of a mains failure they should be replaced every 12 months (2 x AA Alkaline).
The complete transmitter module must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
7. The Sensor Controller for Bed and Chair Occupancy monitoring must be plugged into the mains to maintain battery charge.
8. The Companion Epilepsy monitor must be plugged into the mains to maintain battery charge – it also includes a battery
powered transmitter. The complete unit must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for transmitter battery replacement.
9. The Guardian Epilepsy monitor must be plugged into the mains to maintain battery charge – it also includes a battery
powered transmitter. The complete unit must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for transmitter battery replacement.
10. The Pill Dispenser is supplied with 4 x AA Alkaline batteries but it can be fitted with 4 x AA rechargeable NiMH
batteries. Select BATT option in program menu B and change to NiMH. A separate battery charger is required.
11. The Gas detector must be connected to the mains supply – it also includes a battery powered transmitter. When the gas
detector reaches its recommended replacement date (printed on the front cover) the complete unit must be replaced.
12. Smoke, Heat and CO detectors contain 2 batteries; a sealed for life Lithium battery for the detector itself and a Lithium
cell for the transmitter module. When the detector battery is exhausted the complete unit must be de-activated and
replaced. The plug-in transmitter module must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
13. The Strobe unit and Telecare interface supplied with the Hearing Impaired Smoke Alarm Kit must be plugged into the
mains to maintain battery charge. The Smoke Detector has a sealed for life Lithium battery. The Telecare interface also
contains a battery powered transmitter – this must be returned to Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
14. The Altec Response must be plugged into the mains to maintain battery charge.
15. Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) batteries should be disconnected and tested every year using a Digital Lead Acid Battery Tester.
Replace the batteries every 3-5 years with the same manufacturer and rating.
16. Spectralink DECT handset chargers must be plugged into the mains supply. When the operational life of the handset
begins to shorten dramatically the rechargeable battery should be replaced. Note: 1.5mm Allen Key required.
17. The 10” Display Panel rechargeable battery pack is located in the separate boxed PSU. The CR2032 coin cell maintains
the Real Time Clock (RTC) when the power is disconnected – this is located on the CPU board inside panel.
18. The 15” Display Panel rechargeable battery pack is located inside the panel. The CR2032 coin cell maintains the Real
Time Clock (RTC) when the power is disconnected – this is located on the CPU board inside the panel.
19. When the operational life (after a full charge) begins to shorten dramatically the Bluebell Pager should be returned to
Tynetec/Aidcall for battery replacement.
20. When the operational life (after a full charge) begins to shorten dramatically the Scope Pager rechargeable battery
should be replaced. Note: a standard non-rechargeable Alkaline battery can also be used as a replacement.
Lithium Battery Safety Information
To avoid the risk of fire and burns do not recharge, dissemble, heat above 100oC or incinerate Lithium batteries.
Keep out of reach of children and in original packaging until ready to use. Dispose of used batteries promptly.
Battery Disposal
This symbol on batteries indicates separate collection. Batteries contain chemicals that can be hazardous to
health and the environment and should not be disposed of in the waste bin.
The EU Directive (2006/6/EC) has been put in place to ensure the safe disposal and recycling of batteries.
Return used batteries to your supplier or drop-off at your local municipal waste recycling depot.
There are many companies throughout the UK offering battery collection and recycling services, for more information visit;
www.businesswaste.co.uk/battery-recycling/
Doc No. FM0630 issue J Page 12
169MHz Telecare Device Compatibility Chart
Part No.
Device Type
Reach
At-home Alarm
Reach Plus
At-home Alarm
Reach GSM
At-home Alarm
Reach Ultra
At-home Alarm
Advent xt
Warden Call
Altec Response
Carer Alarm
Touchsafe Pro
Nursecall
ZXT413
Fall Detector (v2)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT424
Flood Detector
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT426
Temperature Extreme Sensor
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT427
Combined Gas & CO Detector
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT431
Enuresis Sensor & Plastic Bed Mat
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT434
Alarm Door Contact (S/A)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT435
Ceiling Pullcord
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT436
Panic Switch (Code 24)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT438
Door Exit Contact & Keyswitch
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT439
Big Button
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT440
Boxed Transmitter
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
E90085
Unboxed Transmitter
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT442
Ambient Temperature Sensor
✓
✓
✓
ZXT443
Bogus Caller Button (Code 24)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT444
No Alarm Door Contact (S/A)
✓
✓
✓
ZXT447
Emfit Bed Epilepsy Monitor
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT448
Emfit Chair Epilepsy Monitor
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT449
Universal Transmitter
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT450
Sensor Controller
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT473
Bed Occupancy Monitor
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT474
Chair Occupancy Monitor
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT476
Enuresis Sensor & Cotton Bed Sheet
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT477
Companion Bed Epilepsy Monitor
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT478
Property Exit Sensor
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT479
Guardian Bed Epilepsy Monitor
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT481
Intruder Door Contact & Keyswitch
✓
ZXT482
Intruder Door Contact
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT485
Pill Dispenser
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT486
Gas Detector
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT488
Bogus Caller Switch (Code 18)
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT489
Bogus Caller Button (Code 18)
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT490
Bogus Caller Door Contact (Code 18)
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT491
CO Detector (FireAngel)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT492
Smoke Detector (FireAngel)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT493
Heat Detector (FireAngel)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT494
PIR Motion Detector
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT496
Hearing Impaired Smoke Alarm Kit
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT600
Touch 2 Personal Pendant
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT606
Touch 2 Attack Pendant
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
ZXT607
Touch 2 Carer Pendant
✓
✓
✓
✓
Tynetec and Aidcall operate a policy of continuous improvement and reserve the right to change product specifications without notice.
If any variation to the details contained in this document are suspected please contact our customer support department on 01670 352371
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Tynetec FM0630-J User guide
- Category
- Carbon monoxide (CO) detectors
- Type
- User guide
Tynetec FM0630-J is a battery management document that provides information on the types of batteries fitted in Tynetec Assisted Living and Aidcall Healthcare products. It describes how each product should be periodically tested and how often you should expect to replace the batteries. This document can be used to help you manage the replacement of batteries in your Tynetec products, ensuring that they are always operating at their best.
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