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he Testifire 1000-001 detector/tester is an all-in-one smoke and heat detector testing unit. This unit can test smoke detectors, heat detectors and multi-criteria smoke and heat detectors. The unit is designed for fire maintenance professionals who are focussed on ultimate efficiency as the No Climb functionality of the system enables simplified testing.
Getting started
What’s in the box? Tester head Smoke test capsule USB connection cable Mains charger Car adaptor for charger Solo 770 Battery Manual
The instructions provided with the Testifire multistimulus detector are loaded onto a disk that provides information on how to care for the product, how to update firmware and how to operate the device. Additional information and troubleshooting is widely available on the Detectortesters website under “Support”, this is also where you can find downloads for the device flash loader and firmware updates to keep your device up to date. The device is pretty much set up out of the box other and assembly. That being said, the requirement for purchase and use of this range of devices requires manufacturer
Pros: • Compatible with the standard Solo kit, No Climb poles • Both wall and In car charging • No aerosol used for testing • Extraction function • Light and portable • Good battery life • Multiple detector testing options
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training to ensure compliant and correct use of the testing device.
Cons: • Manufacturer training required • No extension poles included
Testifire – 1000-001 smoke & heat test kit Performance The digital keypad and display makes testing easy with an easy to navigate menu that allows you to select the testing method, including a “Clear” option that uses an extraction fan to remove any smoke from the head, ensuring a quick reset of the detector and reducing the chance of a re-alarm. This detector uses pressurised smoke capsules rather than conventional aerosol that can contaminate detectors, reduce sensitivity, and reduce the detector life span.
Conclusion The tester allows you to easy and successfully test multiple different detection types including; Optical Smoke, Low and High Heat, and Multi-detectors without having to change your apparatus (the 2000 range also allows you to test CO type detectors). The product is very well built yet light enough to be transportable. The tester head includes a digital display that provides easy navigation to the testing menus, the buttons on this display are very prominent and well positioned to allow for easy use. The weak point in this product is the access flap that covers the smoke capsule as it is made from light plastic on a thin hinge which could easily be broken or become loose over time. However, the capsules used click into place so the risk of the module falling out during use is unlikely. This product is suitable for all testing applications for systems comprising of smoke, heat and multi-detectors. The tester is light and portable and is also compatible with the existing no climb solo poles, so this could be a great addition or upgrade to your existing testing devices.
9.0 out of 10 PSI Product Tests are carried out by an independent third party, not editorial staff. The manufacturer/supplier has no input in the review or the final result
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