MADE IN THE U.S.A.
Quick Response
Heat Activated
Fire Alarm
QR-50
SIGNALING
LISTED
Table of Contents
General Information About Your New Heat Alarm .................................page 3
Contents of Your Kit ..............................................................................page 4
Recommended Locations for Your Heat Alarm .................................page 5 - 6
National Fire Protection Association Standards ..................................... page 7
Choosing the Mounting Location in a Room.....................................page 8 - 9
How to Wind the Alarm and Install the Sensor ................................... page 10
How To Mount the Heat Alarm .................................................... page 11 - 12
Testing and Maintaining Your Heat Alarm ........................................... page 13
Important Fire Safety Information........................................................page 14
Limited Warranty Information..............................................................page 15
Notice: Be sure the installer tests each alarm in your presence and instructs
you on the operation and maintenance of the device.
Properly functioning Smoke Alarms give earlier warning than Heat Alarms in
nearly all residential fires. This is because detectable levels of smoke almost
always develop before detectable levels of heat.
Installing a combination of early-detecting Smoke Alarms and reliable Heat
Alarms in their appropriate locations throughout the home may make you
eligible for lower fire insurance rates.
Heat and Smoke Alarms are not a substitute for an adequate homeowner’s
fire insurance policy. Homeowners and renters should continue to insure
their lives and property. Remember, protecting the lives of your family is
ultimately your responsibility.
The QR-50 Heat Alarm has been tested and listed by Underwriter’s
Laboratories, Inc.
Applied Fire Technologies, LLC
801 HAMMOND STREET, SUITE 200
COPPELL, TX 75019
PHONE: (972) 304-3923 FAX: (972) 393-1701
www.thermalinkalarms.com
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About Your New Heat Alarm
Thank you for purchasing the ThermaLINK Heat Alarm. The Heat Alarm plays
an important role in protecting your family and home from the dangers of
fire. Please carefully read and follow the information in this booklet to
ensure that your Alarm operates properly and is located in the area best
suited for heat activation.
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Aluminum bell produces a
high-volume, traditional
ringing sound
Mechanically powered
with a stainless steel
clock-spring
Choice of three
temperature sensors to
optimize performance
for any location
Lock-out mechanism to
prevent loading sensors
onto unwound alarm
Metal construction - not plastic!
Zinc alloy and plated
steel gearing for high
quality and reliability
What Makes the ThermaLINK Different?
Features
Activated by heat, not smoke. 117
0
, 136
0
and 175
0
F Sensors are available
(47
0
, 58
0
, and 79
0
C). See underside of Sensor for temperature value.
Mechanically powered, requiring no batteries or electrical wiring.
Metal construction ensures extreme reliability and long life.
Generates a loud, traditional ringing when activated by heat.
Not affected by dust, bugs or the by-products of cooking, making it ideal for
household locations not typically suitable for traditional smoke alarms.
A bright orange warning area indicates when a sensor needs replacement.
Alarm audibility / functionality can be easily tested by removing the Heat
Sensor.
Space rating of 50’ (15.2m) protects a room up to 35’ by 35’ (10.7m by
10.7m).
No maintenance required.
Contents of Your Kit
Please make sure the following is included in your kit:
Heat Alarm
Heat Sensors
(3 pack)
Instruction
Manual
Self-Adhesive
Info Sheet
Winding Wrench
(snapped into back
of Heat Alarm)
Mounting Bracket
Plastic Anchors (2)
1” Screws (2)
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Recommended Locations for your Heat Alarm
Kitchens. Most household fires originate in
the kitchen. The QR-50 is ideal for the kitchen
since it is not activated by the by-products of
cooking, (i.e. smoke or cooking scents). The
recommended Heat Sensor rating is 117°F
(47°C).
Attached Garages. Exhaust gases from
vehicles will not trigger the Heat Alarm. The
recommended Heat Sensor rating is 136°F
(58°C).
Utility and Furnace Rooms. The low
volume steam and gases produced by
mechanical equipment will not activate the
QR-50. The recommended Heat Sensor rating
is 136°F (58°C).
Laundry Areas. The low volume steam and
gases produced by dryers and other
equipment will not trigger the Heat Alarm.
The recommended Heat Sensor rating is 136°F
(58°C).
General Notes: Test activate the Alarm to
ensure that the sound volume is sufficiently
loud to warn occupants in other areas of the
home.
If the alarm activates but no fire has occurred,
a higher temperature sensor should be used.
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Crawl Space
Attic
Bedroom
Living
Room
Bedroom
Hall
Kitchen
Utility room
Attic
Bedroom
Living Room
Bedroom
Hall
Basement
Kitchen
Attics. The QR-50 is not affected by dust,
small insects or seasonal changes in
temperature, and its low-maintenance
operation ensures that the alarm will be
functional for many years. In attics, a 175°F
(79°C) Heat Sensor is recommended, but in
cooler regions a 136°F (58°C) Sensor may be
used.
Single Story Homes
Key
NFPA Minimum Req’d Smoke Alarms in New Construction
Recommended Heat Alarm locations
Interconnections
Two Story Homes
Recommended Locations for your Heat Alarm
Complete Home Fire Protection
Complete home fire protection is recommended. This can be achieved by
installing a combination of Smoke and Heat Alarms in their appropriate
locations in every room of the house. Do not install Heat Alarms in bedrooms
without accompanying Smoke Alarms.
Basements and Crawlspaces. The QR-50
is not affected by dust, small insects or
seasonal changes in temperature, and its
low-maintenance operation ensures that the
alarm will be functional for many years. The
recommended Heat Sensor rating for
basements and crawlspaces is 117°F (47°C).
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National Fire Protection Association Standards
This equipment should be installed in accordance with the National Fire
Protection Association’s Standard 72 (National Fire Protection Association,
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269).
For your information, the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard 72,
2010 Edition, Section 29.5.1 covering required protection in One- and
Two-Family Dwelling Units, reads as follows:
29.5.1.1* Where required by other governing laws, codes, or standards for a
specific type of occupancy, approved single- and multiple-station smoke
alarms shall be installed as follows:
(1)* In all sleeping rooms and guest rooms
(2)* Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area, within 21 ft
(6.4m) of any door to a sleeping room, with the distance measured
along the path of travel
(3) On every level of a dwelling unit, including basements
(4) On every level of a residential board and care occupancy (small facility),
including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics
(5)* In the living area(s) of a guest suite
(6) In the living area(s) of a residential board and care occupancy
(small facility)
29.8.4* Heat Detectors and Heat Alarms.
A.29.8.4. While Chapter 29 does not require heat alarms or heat detectors as
part of the basic protection scheme, it is recommended that the householder
consider the use and placement of additional heat detectors for the same
reasons presented under A.29.8.3. For example, additional heat alarms or
heat detectors could be considered, but not limited to, the following areas:
kitchen, dining room, attic (finished or unfinished), furnace room, utility
room, basement, and integral or attached garage.
The placement of the heat alarm or heat detector is critical where maximum
speed of fire detection is desired. Thus, a logical location for a heat alarm or
heat detector is the center of the ceiling. At this location, the heat alarm or
heat detector is closest to all areas of the room.
Note: Applicable building codes or other local laws may require the
installation of additional fire alarms in addition to the minimum
recommended by the NFPA.
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Choosing the Mounting Location in a Room
BEST
Center on ceiling.
ACCEPTABLE
On ceiling, at least 4” (10cm) from
intersection with wall.
ACCEPTABLE
On wall, at least 4” (10cm) from
ceiling, and within 16” (41cm) of
intersection with ceiling (if local
codes permit wall mounting).
ACCEPTABLE
On peaked celings or roofs, mount
at least 4” (10cm) from the upper
corner, but high enough to allow a
maximum of 36” (91cm) of
horizontal air space as measured off
the peak.
Do not mount Heat Alarm between
joists or rafters; mount on the
exposed surface of the joist.
12” (30cm)
4” (10cm)
4” (10cm)
4” (10cm)
36” (91cm)
36” (91cm)
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General Note: DO NOT
install
within 36” (91cm) of
heating/cooling vents, or where
drapes or furniture impede air flow.
OK
Install on exposed face of joist or
rafter.
NO!
Do not install between joists or
rafters.
35’ (10.7m)
35’ (10.7m)
ROOM COVERAGE AREA
The Heat Alarm has a space rating
of 50’ (15.2m).
This will cover a room of 35’ X 35’
(10.7m X 10.7m).
ACCEPTABLE
On sloped ceilings, at least 4”
(10cm) from the upper corner, but
high enough to allow a maximum
of 36” (91cm) of horizontal air
space as measured off the peak.
4” (10cm)
36” (91cm)
How to Wind the Alarm and Install the Sensor
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snap
trigger pin
1 Insert Key
Insert winding wrench (located in pocket on
back of Alarm) into slot.
2 Wind
Wind wrench clockwise until it stops (38
turns), and HOLD the winding key in this
position until the sensor is installed.
3 Hold and Check
Still holding winding key, ensure that the
Alarm is fully wound by checking that the
trigger pin can be depressed to the level of the
chrome snap.
Note: The Sensor will snap into place only if
the trigger pin can be fully depressed!
4 Snap Sensor Into Place
Still holding winding key, use thumb to press
the Heat Sensor onto the snap in the center of
the Alarm face. Press the Heat Sensor on its
center to avoid damage. Use a rolling motion
to help it snap into place.
Gently release winding wrench. The wrench
may travel back a short distance before
stopping, causing the alarm to ring briefly.
The Heat Alarm is now ready to be mounted.
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How to Mount the Heat Alarm
1 Mark
Place the mounting bracket against
the ceiling or wall, and using the
mounting bracket as a template,
mark the top and bottom holes with
a pencil.
2 Drill
Using a 1/8” (3mm) drill bit, drill two
pilot holes in the center of the two
marked hole locations. This will
determine if a wood beam or stud is
present.
3 Fasten Bracket
Situation A: Wood
If wood is present behind the
drywall, securely fasten the
mounting bracket to the wall using
the two 1” screws.
Drywall
Mounting Bracket
1” Screws
Wood
1/8” (3mm) drill bit
Situation C: Combination
Where there is no wood present,
first screw the plastic wall anchor
into the pre-drilled hole using a
Phillips screwdriver.
Then secure the mounting bracke in
place using the two 1” screws.
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4 Lock in Place
Position the fully powered Heat
Alarm to the center of the bracket
and turn clockwise. The Alarm will
lock into place.
How to Mount the Heat Alarm (cont.)
Situation B: No Wood
If no wood is present, use a Phillips
screwdriver to screw the two plastic
wall anchors into the pre-drilled
holes until fully seated. Then secure
the mounting bracket to the wall
anchors using the two 1” screws.
Drywall
Plastic Anchors
Mounting Bracket
1” Screws
Drywall
Plastic Anchors
Mounting Bracket
1” Screws
Wood
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Testing and Maintaining your Heat Alarm
Although no maintenance of the Heat Alarm is required, annual inspection
and testing is strongly recommended to ensure familiarity with the Alarm’s
function and traditional sound.
A visual examination of the Alarm
should be done periodically to
ensure that it is still active, and has
not been tripped. A bright orange
indicator in the center of the Sensor
indicates that it has been tripped
and MUST be replaced. Attic Alarms
in particular should be checked
periodically to ensure they are still
set.
A larger bright orange warning label
is visible if no Sensor is installed.
To activate the Heat Alarm as part of a fire drill or annual inspection, simply
remove the Heat Sensor by unsnapping it from the center face of the Alarm.
The Alarm will ring for approximately five minutes. When finished, rewind
and reinstall the Heat Sensor to the Alarm.
The Heat Alarm can also be tested by exposing the Heat Sensor to high
temperatures (such as a hair dryer or heat gun). However, this will require
the replacement of the Heat Sensor upon completion of the test. Before
undertaking this type of test activation, be sure you have a replacement
Sensor available. Extreme care should be taken to avoid burns during this
test.
If cleaning of the Alarm becomes necessary, use only water with a mild
detergent.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT SUBMERGE the Alarm in any liquid. Thoroughly dry the Alarm
prior to re-hanging.
DO NOT PAINT
any surface of the Alarm or Heat Sensor.
Tripped Heat Sensor
orange
indicator
ring
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Important Fire Safety Information
Be prepared for fire emergencies:
Plan Your Escape
• Draw a floor plan of your home.
• Show two ways out of each room.
• Discuss escape routes with everyone in your home.
• Agree on an outside meeting place where you’ll gather after escaping.
Be Prepared
• Familiarize every member of the household with the sound of the Smoke
and Heat Alarms.
• Have everyone in the home memorize the fire department’s emergency
phone number.
• Instruct each person to call the emergency number from a neighbor’s
phone or a mobile phone used outside the home.
• Teach everyone to unlock and open all windows, and release security bars.
• Make sure security bars are equipped with quick-release devices.
• Keep exits clear and free from clutter.
Practice!
• Hold home fire drills at least twice a year.
Get Out and Stay Out
• Once you’ve escaped from a fire, do not go back inside for any reason.
• Make fire drills realistic by pretending some escape paths are blocked by
smoke or fire.
If you live in an apartment building
• Learn and practice your building’s evacuation plan.
• If you hear a fire alarm, react immediately.
• Know the location of all building exits and fire alarm boxes.
• Use the stairs ... never use an elevator during a fire.
• If exits are locked or blocked, report the problem to your building’s
management.
Escape Tips
• Close doors behind you as you escape to slow the spread of fire and
smoke.
• If you have to escape through smoke, crawl on your hands and knees,
keeping your head one to two feet above the floor, where the air will be
clearest.
• Test the doorknob and spaces around the door with the back of your hand.
If the door is warm, try another escape route. If the door is cool, open it
slowly. Close it quickly if smoke pours through.
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Subject to the conditions and limitations set forth in this paragraph, Applied
Fire Technologies LLC warrants each Alarm manufactured and sold, against
defects in material or workmanship, for a period of 25 years from the date of
purchase. For any Alarm that is determined to be defective, Applied Fire
Technologies LLC will replace the Alarm at no charge. No warranty is
provided or will be honored for any Alarm as to which the factory applied
serial number has been altered or removed, in whole or in part. Written
proof of purchase of the Alarm within the warranty period must be
presented to obtain warranty coverage. This warranty does not cover
cosmetic damage or damage attributable to or arising from accident, misuse,
abuse, improper installation, erroneous instructions provided to the ultimate
consumer, arson, negligence, commercial use, or to any modification or
alteration of an Alarm or any component thereof. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON ANY ALARM
IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state-to-state. No
warranty, expressed or implied, is made in favor of any person other than the
original retail purchaser, which as used herein, means the first consumer
purchaser of the alarm.
Lifetime Fire Replacement Guarantee
The ThermaLINK Heat Alarm manufacturer guarantees to replace at no cost
to the original owner any ThermaLINK Heat Alarm that has been materially
damaged or destroyed by an accidental fire. To obtain a replacement alarm
under this Lifetime Fire Replacement Guarantee, you must return the
damaged or destroyed heat alarm to the manufacturer within 90 days of the
fire, accompanied by a complete activation report and verification report
from the applicable fire department.
To obtain a replacement under this guarantee, contact the manufacturer at
www.thermalinkalarms.com or at (972) 304-3923, to receive information as
to the address to which you should send your damaged or destroyed
ThermaLINK Heat Alarm and accompanying information.
25 Year Product Replacement Warranty
801 Hammond Street, Suite 200
Coppell, TX 75019
972.304.3923
www.thermalinkalarms.com
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FIRE
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