Fibar Group S.A. FGSD002 Manuel D’Utilisation

Once a Fibaro Smoke Sensor has reported low battery level or battery is 

discharged, it should be replaced observing the following procedure: 

1) Detach the sensor from its cover by turning the device counter-clockwise.

2) Remove the flat battery from the device. Then press and hold the B-button for 

3 seconds.

3) Insert a new CR123A battery observing the polarities shown inside. Visual 

indicator will signal Z-Wave network inclusion status (green - device included, 

red - device not included).
4) Test Fibaro Smoke Sensor’s operation by performing a self-test (see p. VI).

5) Attach the device into the cover by turning clockwise.

OPERATING MANUAL

SMOKE SENSOR

FGSD-002-EN-A-v1.02

The Fibaro Smoke Sensor is a universal, optical Z-Wave smoke detector. Fire 

alarm is signaled by sound, visual indicator blinking and by sending Z-Wave alarm 

and control commands.

The optical sensor detects smoke at an early stage of fire, often before flames 

appear and temperature starts to rise significantly. Moreover the device has a 

built-in temperature sensor, which is programmable indicator of exceeding set 

temperature level. 

The Fibaro Smoke Sensor is designed to be placed on a wall or ceiling. Visual 

indicator signals fire, operating mode and is used to see if device is within the 

Z-Wave network. The smoke sensor is designed to operate in confined spaces, 

under normal conditions (lacking smoke, dust, condensed water vapor).

Battery Type:

Compliance with:

Radio protocol:

Radio frequency:

Range:

Operational Temperature:

Operational Humidity:

Measured Temperature Range:

Temperature Measuring Accuracy:

Dimensions (Diameter x Height):

CR123A

EN 14604:2005

Z-Wave

868.4 or 869.8 MHz EU;

908.4, 908.42 or 916.0 MHz US;

921.4 or 919.8 MHz ANZ;

869.0 MHz RU;

up to 50m outdoors

up to 30m indoors

(depending on terrain and building 

structure)

0

o

C - 55

o

C

0% - 93%

-20

o

C to 100

o

C

0,5

o

C (within 0

o

C - 55

o

C range)

65 x 28 mm

• Compatible with any Z-Wave or Z-Wave+ Controller

• Supports protected mode (Z-Wave network security mode) with 

  AES-128 encryption

• Extremely easy installation - simply install it in location prone to fire.

• Battery powered

• 3 levels of sensors sensitivity

• Built-in casing opening detector

• Alarm is signaled by sound, visual indicator and Z-Wave control command

• Programmable excess temperature warning

• Automatic test performed every 10 seconds

Fibaro Smoke Sensor’s battery life is at least equal to two years.
The wake-up interval is recommended to be set at a default value 

(6 hours). In case of choosing a smaller value, the lifetime of a 

battery can decrease significantly. 
The current battery level is displayed in the Z-Wave controller’s 

interface, e.g. Home Center 2 or Home Center Lite. Red battery 

icon means that battery needs replacement. In addition, the device 

itself, apart from the main controller, monitors the battery level and 

a low battery is signaled with a yellow blinking visual indicator and 

an intermittent sound alarm. The Fibaro Smoke Sensor reports 

low battery level for at least 30 days until it is completely 

discharged.

When handled carelessly or used in non-specified environment 

conditions, the device may not function properly. It’s highly 

recommended to take all safety precautions to ensure safety and 

property protection.

Depending on the Smoke Sensors internal conditions (e.g. battery 

discharge, device failure, etc.) and ambient conditions, fire alarms 

are not always effective in all situations. Smoke Sensors must be 

tested regularly according to this operating manual and local code. 

Ventilation systems, chimneys and potentially dangerous devices 

that can cause a fire should be regularly inspected as well.

There are various situations against which the fire alarm may not 

be effective, for example:

1) Fires where the victim is intimate with a flaming initiated fire; for  

  example, when a person’s clothes catch fire while cooking;

2) Fires where the smoke is prevented from reaching the detector  

  due to a closed door or other obstruction;

3) Incendiary fires where the fire grows so rapidly that an  

 

  occupant’s egress is blocked even with properly located  

 

 detectors.

Fibaro Smoke Sensor inclusion:
1) Install the battery. Visual indicator will signal the Z-Wave network inclusion status 

(red - device ready for inclusion, green - device included, remove firstly - see p. II).

2) Make sure the device is located within direct range of the Z-Wave controller.

3) Set the main controller into the learning mode (see main controller’s operating 

manual).

4) Quickly, triple click the B-button, located on Fibaro Smoke Sensor’s casing.

5) Fibaro Smoke Sensor will be detected and included in the Z-Wave network.

1) Make sure the sensor is connected to battery.

2) Set the main controller into the learning mode (see main controller’s operating 

manual)

3) Quickly, triple click the B-button, located on Fibaro Smoke Sensor’s casing.

It’s recommended to install the sensor on the ceiling or upper 

portion of wall at least 40cm (2 feet) from corners and other 

objects. Particular attention should be paid to any adjacent objects 

or devices which can impede smoke’s access to the sensor. It’s 

recommended to install Fibaro Smoke Sensor in all rooms prone 

to fire, and in between such rooms as well.

1) When choosing location of smoke sensor, make sure the alarm sound can be 

    easily audible in other rooms in the building.
2) It’s recommended to install the sensor in already decorated, painted rooms.

3) It’s recommended to install the sensor at least 1,5m from air conditioners.

4) Do not install the sensor in direct sunlight. Keep at least 0,5m distance from 

    light sources.
5) Do not install the sensor in places prone to drafts.

6) Do not install the sensor in places with high water vapor condensation, e.g. 

    above stoves, ovens, kettles, etc.

7) The device can not be installed in places where the temperature exceeds  

  operational values (0

o

C - 55

o

C).

Fibaro Smoke Sensor responds to the physical presence of smoke. Smoke 

presence is required for the device to react. Fibaro Smoke Sensor every 10 

seconds checks for smoke presence. Once the level of smoke exceeds value set 

in parameter 1, Fibaro Smoke Sensor triggers an alarm.

Fire alarm is signaled by sending an appropriate alarm command to devices, the 

Z-Wave controller and also by an intermittent sound and visual indicator blinking 

red.  Once the fire alarm has ceased, the sensor checks whether the smoke has 

actually disappeared before getting back to normal operation, i.e. performing a self 

test each 10 seconds and checking for presence of smoke.

As described in section IV, the Fibaro Smoke Sensor checks for 

smoke presence every 10 seconds. In addition, the device checks 

for malfunction and tests the Z-Wave network communication (see 

section VII) at each wake up interval (6 hours by default) and when 

sending reports, provided that range test has been enabled in 

advanced configuration.

Fibaro Smoke Sensor is a multiple use device, however, for 

greater safety, it’s recommended to replace the device with a new 

one after a fire occurrence.

Apart from detecting presence of smoke, Fibaro Smoke Sensor has an additional 

function of informing of exceeding the programmed temperature threshold. The 

function is disabled by default in parameter 2 settings. Excess temperature 

warning is defined by user in parameter 30 - set to 55ºC by default. Excess 

temperature level can be also signaled by visual indicator glow (parameter 3) and 

short beep (parameter 4). Parameter 20 should not be set to 0 because such 

setting disables temperature measurements. 

When included in the Z-Wave network, Fibaro Smoke Sensor tests the network 

communication. By default the procedure is performed at each temperature report 

depending on parameters 20 and 21 settings. In addition, Z-Wave network communica-

tion test is performed during waking up. Lack of the Z-Wave network communication may 

be signaled by an intermittent alarm sound and visual indicator blinking violet. By default 

sound and visual signals are disabled but you can enable it by changing values of 

parameters 3 and 4 (section XVI).

Once a Fibaro Smoke Sensor has reported no Z-Wave network communication, it’s 

recommended to wake up the device by clicking the B-button. If it doesn’t stop the alarm, 

Z-Wave networks operation and the main controllers operation need to be verified.

The Fibaro Smoke Sensor will cancel the Z-Wave network communication alarm once it 

communicates with the network after manual or automatic wake up.

B - BUTTON AND 

VISUAL NDICATOR

Installing Fibaro Smoke Sensor:

1) Include the device into the Z-Wave network (see p. I). Note the inclusion process 

    may be performed ONLY in direct range of the main controller.
2) Install the sensor’s cover in desired location. 

3) Screw the Fibaro Smoke Sensor into the cover.

4) If the sensor is already included into the Z-Wave network, wake it up 

    by clicking the B-button. Otherwise, add the device as described in p. I.
5) Test Fibaro Smoke Sensor’s operation by performing a self-test - press & hold   

  the B-button (see p.VI)
6) Test the Z-Wave network range (see p.XIV) assuring the device is within range.

Current studies show that fire alarms may not awake all sleeping 

individuals and that it is the responsibility of other residents to 

assist those who may not be awakened by the alarm sound or 

those who may be incapable of safely leaving the area unassisted.

Read this manual before attempting to install the device. Failure to 

observe recommendations included in this manual may be 

dangerous or cause a violation of the law. The manufacturer, 

Fibar Group Sp. z o.o., will not be held responsible for any loss or 

damage resulting from not following the instructions of operating 

manual.

Work within local code height requirements during installation of 

the Fibaro Smoke Sensor. Take special precautions during 

installation and use tools and equipment in perfect working order. 

It’s recommended to observe ladders, lifts and other obstacles.

Maintenance inspections should be performed regularly. 

Manufacturer recommends the functional and visual checks to be 

performed at least once a week. Functional check includes 

self-test (see p. VI).

It's strongly recommended to perform the self-test after each 

battery replacement to ensure correct device operation.

Fibaro Smoke Sensor is equipped with dedicated safety 

mechanism (Fig. 2, Fig. 3) which prevents closing the casing 

without installed battery.

If fire alarm is triggered, but the level of smoke did not exceed  

concentration equal to three times of the sensitivity set in 

parameter 1 (the individual levels of sensitivity are printed on the 

device casing), user can mute sound alarm by holding the B-button 

(temporarily reducing the sensor’s sensitivity). Visual indicator will 

still indicate an alarm state by blinking red. If smoke level 

concentration is greater than three times of the sensitivity set in 

parameter 1, mute will automatically turn off and the device  will 

alarm fire again (using visual and audible indicator).

The Fibaro Smoke Sensor can automatically detect a malfunction. As described in 

section IV, the device performs a test every 10 seconds. If malfunction is detected 

(e.g. damaged smoke chamber) an intermittent sound signal will start and alarm 

will be sent to the Z-Wave network controller.

Once trouble alarm has been detected, it’s recommended to dismount the sensor 

and:

• check the power source (replace battery),

• check whether the Smoke Sensor is exposed to direct light.

If a trouble alarm is continually reported, it’s recommended to replace Fibaro 

Smoke Sensor with new one or contact with guarantor if the product warranty is 

still valid.

Self-test may be triggered manually:

1) Make sure the device is powered by the battery

2) Press and hold the B-button. The visual indicator will glow white and the short 

alarm will sound. Keep holding the B-button. After 3 seconds from the first beep 

smoke chamber operation will be checked.
Triggering fire alarm and beep mean positive result and should occur within 10 

seconds. No fire alarm means that the sensor is malfunctioning.

When the self-test is triggered manually the Fibaro Smoke Sensor 

sends control command to the Z-Wave network controller. The 

procedure will be performed at least as long as the B-button is not 

released (will be completed in up to 10 seconds after releasing 

B-button).

Any service or repair must be carried out by the manufacturer. 

The expiry date of the device is indicated on its back.

CLOSURE LOCK

LOCKING

MECHANISM

CLOSURE LOCK

Optical smoke detector used in the Fibaro Smoke Sensor has 3 levels of sensitivity, 

compliant with EN 14604:2005. By default, the detector is set to the middle sensitivity 

level. Sensitivity level depends on the parameter 1 settings (modified only through the 

main Z-Wave controller).

Resetting the Fibaro Smoke Sensor erases the device memory, including all information 

on the Z-Wave network and the main controller.

Fibaro Smoke Sensor reset procedure:
1) Make sure the device has the battery installed.

2) Press and hold the B-button for 3 seconds until visual indicator glows white.

3) Short signal will sound.

4) Release the B-button.

5) Wait until the visual indicator glows yellow, signaling entering the 4th menu option.

6) Press the B-button briefly to confirm your choice.

Successful reset will be confirmed with the visual indicator changing colour to red and 

fading. At the same time, short beep will sound, same as at the power connection.

Please use this procedure only in the event that the system primary controller is missing 

or otherwise inoperable.

Fibaro Smoke Sensor has a built in smoke detector and a temperature sensor, which 

makes it a multi channel device. In the Home Center interface it will be presented as two 

devices, depending on the main controller software version:

Fibaro Smoke Sensor ignores incoming BASIC SET command and returns the status of  

alarm on BASIC GET command at the moment of wake up. (0 - no alarm, 255 - alarm 

active).

Reset procedure should remove Fibaro Smoke Sensor from the Z-Wave 

network main controller’s memory (depending on the controller’s 

version). Removing the device from the Z-Wave network will reset 

Fibaro Smoke Sensor automatically.

Through an association Fibaro Smoke Sensor may control another Z-Wave network 

device, e.g. a Dimmer, Relay Switch, Roller Shutter, RGBW Controller, Wall Plug, or a 

scene (scene only through the main controller).

• 

adding - Z-Wave device learning mode, allowing to add the device to existing 

Z-Wave network.

• 

removing - Z-Wave device learning mode, allowing to remove the device from 

existing Z-Wave network.

• 

association (linking devices) - direct control of other devices within the Z-Wave 

system network.

• 

multi-channel association - controlling other multi-channel devices within the 

Z-Wave network.

• 

control command - type of Z-Wave network command enforcing change of 

device state.

• 

report command - type of Z-Wave network command holding an additional 

information, e.g. alarm state or measured temperature.

• 

alarm command - type of Z-Wave network command holding a warning of 

danger occurrence, e.g. fire alarm.

• 

multi-channel device - device having multiple endpoints - various device 

functions.

Fibaro Smoke Sensor allows for the associations of five groups.
1st group  – Lifeline.  Reporting device state. Only one device - Z-Wave network 

controller may be set in this group. It’s not recommended to modify this association 

group.

2nd group – Smoke Alarm. Sending the BASIC SET control command once smoke is 

detected. Its value may be modified in advanced parameters (see section XVI). Group 

may control up to five on/off devices.

3rd group – Tamper. Sending the notification NOTIFICATION REPORT (TYPE = 

BURGLAR, EVENT = PRODUCT COVERING REMOVED) to associated devices once 

casing opening is detected. Up to five devices supporting casing opening command 

(NOTIFICATION REPORT) may be included in this group.

4th group – Smoke Alarm. Sending the notification SENSOR ALARM REPORT (TYPE 

= SMOKE ALARM) to associated devices once smoke is detected. Up to five devices 

supporting SMOKE ALARM command may be included in this group

5th group – Tamper. Sending SENSOR ALARM REPORT notification (TYPE = 

GENERAL) to associated devices once casing opening is detected. Up to five devices 

supporting SENSOR ALARM REPORT command may be included in this group.

Fibaro Smoke Sensor allows for controlling 5 regular or 5 multichannel devices per an 
association group in groups 2-5 and one device in the 1st group.

Association allows for direct communication between Z-Wave network 

devices. Main controller does not take part in such communication. 

Using this mechanism, Fibaro Smoke Sensor may communicate with 

other devices even when the main controller is damaged, e.g. in a fire.

The Fibaro Smoke Sensor is a Security Enabled Z-Wave Plus 

product and a Security Enabled Z-Wave Controller must be used 

in order to fully utilize the product.