Getting to know your home

Main Power Switch

Distribution boards and safety switches including the main power switch can be found in the kitchen joinery overhead cupboard located above the fridge space. The main switch and electricity meter can be found in the power box outside your front door.

The property switchboard is the point from where your electricity is distributed throughout the home. This panel houses the Main Switch and protection devices for your electrical installation. The main switch, as labelled, is the separate toggle switch on this panel and will isolate the electricity at this point from your home if in the OFF or DOWNWARD position.

Beside this Switch are the safety switches/circuit breakers for the home’s power points, light fittings, wall oven and air conditioning unit. These switches operate in the same orientation as the main switch. They are labelled POWER, LIGHTS, OVEN or A/C on the panel. There may be multiples of these depending on the size of the home.

In a fault condition these switches will act automatically and switch to the OFF or DOWNWARD position, thereby isolating the power to this service/portion of the home.

Isolation water/hot water

If you need to turn off the water supply to your home, you will find the main isolation in the rubbish bin bay (for terraces) or in the services enclosure (for lofts). In case of an emergency, residents can use the stop cocks located underneath the laundry, kitchen and vanity sinks to turn the water off to these taps.

Each home has been fitted with water savings taps & showerheads. Due to the nature of these devices, it may take a little longer for hot water to arrive at the desired temperature. This delay is not a defect and is a normal function.

Each home is fitted with hard wired smoke detectors to meet the current codes. The detectors each contain a battery backup in case of power failure. Batteries are replaceable and are required to be changed when not operating. It is recommended to replace batteries annually.

In some instances, there may be more than one smoke alarm distributed throughout the home.

Testing:

1. Perform a visual inspection.
2. Constant illuminated GREEN neon (Photo 1) is indication that mains power is connected.
3. A RED flashing neon every 40 seconds indicates correct operation and the device is ready for smoke detection.
4. Perform a Push Button Test - Pressing the button on the face of the device labelled TEST does this. After 3 seconds (approx.) the alarm will sound. In this event the operation of the device is correct. This procedure should be carried out at every device within the home.
5. NOTE: This test should be performed at weekly intervals.
6. Cleaning - The smoke detector should be cleaned at monthly intervals to ensure it is free from dust or dirt. The smoke detector can be vacuumed or cleaned with a soft brush to remove dust or dirt. Please ensure the smoke detector is tested again after cleaning.

False Alarm Feature:

This smoke alarm has the capability of being temporarily desensitized for approximately 30 seconds. This is done by pressing the ‘HUSH’ button on the smoke alarm cover.

After pressing the ‘HUSH’ button, the alarm will silence immediately for approximately 30 seconds to indicate the alarm is in the temporary desensitized condition.

The smoke alarm will automatically reactivate after approximately 30 seconds and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present.

WARNING: Before using the HUSH feature, identify the source of smoke and be certain that a safe condition exists.

Air conditioning to lofts is supplied by a Fujitsu Wall mounted AC Split Unit with a condenser installed on the balcony.

Air conditioning to terrace homes is supplied by a Fujitsu Fan Core Unit concealed in the ceiling with a linear grill, with a condenser installed in the rear yard.

All air conditioning located in the lofts can be controlled via the wired A/C controller in the living room & bedroom.

All air conditioning located in the terrace homes can be controlled via the wired A/C controller in the living room & on the upstairs landing.

The maintenance and repair of the indoor air conditioning units is the responsibility of each individual owner. Please note that regular maintenance of air conditioning units is required to ensure that warranty provisions are not voided as a result of neglect.

Access Panels are located in the home to access the Fan Coil Units and/or exhaust fans through the ceiling. These will either be in the ceiling bulkheads or through the joinery cupboards. These can be opened by simply turning the white screw and the panel will drop down. They are typically located in the kitchen, bathrooms and hallways.

The laundry and bathroom exhaust fans will operate when the light switches to these rooms are turned on and will continue for 5minutes after the switches are turned off. Any appliances that create heat when in use (i.e. shower, washing machine, dryers) are to only be operated while the light is on. Please note that as the bathroom and laundry fans are connected to the light circuit, this switch will also turn ON/OFF exhaust fans.

As per the dryer manufacture’s operating manual, the laundry doors must remain open whenever the dryer is operating.

If you are still hearing a fan operate after you have switched off the lights check that all the bathrooms and laundry light switches are off and wait for the run on timer to end (approx 5 minutes).

The laundry ventilation exhaust system is linked to the power supply provided for the washer & dryer. This means the light switch doesn’t need to be on when operating the dryer and washer (only applicable for the laundry). When the power is on, the ventilation system will be automatically activated. When the power has been switched off, the exhaust fan will continue to run for approximately 5 minutes, similar to the bathrooms.

The exhaust grilles within the bathrooms, laundry and kitchen discharge outside. Ensure these grilles are kept clear at all times.

The laundry and bathroom exhaust fans will operate when the light switches to these rooms are turned on and will continue for 5minutes after the switches are turned off. Any appliances that create heat when in use (i.e. shower, washing machine, dryers) are to only be operated while the light is on. Please note that as the bathroom and laundry fans are connected to the light circuit, this switch will also turn ON/OFF exhaust fans.

As per the dryer manufacture’s operating manual, the laundry doors must remain open whenever the dryer is operating.

If you are still hearing a fan operate after you have switched off the lights check that all the bathrooms and laundry light switches are off and wait for the run on timer to end (approx 5 minutes).

The laundry ventilation exhaust system is linked to the power supply provided for the washer & dryer. This means the light switch doesn’t need to be on when operating the dryer and washer (only applicable for the laundry). When the power is on, the ventilation system will be automatically activated. When the power has been switched off, the exhaust fan will continue to run for approximately 5 minutes, similar to the bathrooms.

The exhaust grilles within the bathrooms, laundry and kitchen discharge onto the balconies located above the sliding doors / windows. Ensure these grilles are kept clear at all times.

A grille has been provided above each split system AC. And the internal doors within your apartment have an undercut which is approx. 10-20mm to allow for ventilation within the room. Ensure this gap and the grilles are not blocked off and kept clear at all times as it is required when the A/C is operating within the rooms. Select apartments in Terraces E & F facing Soldiers Parade are fitted with a fresh air intake system. The fresh air intake system is controlled by the switch, located in the light switch, in the kitchen to turn the system on and off. The intake grille is located on the balcony above the sliding doors / windows and the supply grilles are located on face of bulkhead or on walls in apartments located on GF to Level 8; and behind the fan coil unit linear grille in each room in apartments located on Level 9 and 10. The maintenance and repair of the fresh air intake system is the responsibility of each individual owner. Please note that regular maintenance of fresh air intake system is required to ensure that warranty provisions are not voided as a result of neglect.

When connecting the water supply for your washing machine, you will need to access the area underneath your laundry tub. Here you will find the hot and cold water supplied along with the addition of a recycled water supply for your washing machine. Your hoses can be passed through the side wall of the tub.

Internet and TV services are provided through a fibre network installed and maintained by Opticomm. The modem and network connections can be found in one of the wardrobes. Do not store items directly against the equipment to ensure adequate ventilation.

Please keep in mind your safety and more importantly, the safety of your children. When placing furniture, plant pots etc. on balconies, make sure that they are away from the balustrade to prevent this furniture from being used as a step up and over the balcony balustrade.

A secure mailbox is located directly outside your home clearly labelled with your street number.

Please keep in mind your safety and more importantly, the safety of your children. When placing furniture, plant pots etc. on balconies, make sure that they are a minimum of 1.2 metres away (guide only) from the balustrade to prevent this furniture from being used as a step up and over the balcony balustrade.

Toilet, Consult Customer Care Team within the warranty period, or a licenced plumber