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•NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. Y
might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home.
The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit’
requir
•If the Alarm ever fails to test properly
Products under warranty may be returned to the manufacturer
for replacement. See “Limited W
DONOT stand close to the alarm when the horn is sounding.
Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When
testing, step away when horn starts sounding.
Itis important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working
properlyUsing the test button is the recommended way to test this
Smoke Alarm. Press and hold the test button on the cover of the unit until
the alarm sounds (the unit may continue to alarm for a few seconds after
you release the button). If it does not alarm, make sure the unit is r
power and test it again. If it still does not alarm, replace it immediately
During testing you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 3 beeps, pause,
3beeps, pause; and the Red LED will flash rapidly
IF THIS SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
During an alarm, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern:
3beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause; and the Red LED will flash rapidly
•If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning you
of a potentially dangerous situation that requir
attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result
in injury or death.
• Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke Alarm
to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.).
Removing batteries disables the alarmso it cannot sense smoke,
and removes your protection. Instead open a window or fan the
smoke away from the unit. The alarm will reset automatically
• If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
This unit has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible, but
there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working pr
Use only the replacement batteries listed below
operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable
batteries since they may not provide a constant charge.
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•Clean the Smoke Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum the
outside of the Smoke Alarm using your household vacuum’ssoft
brush attachment. T
or solvents since they may damage the unit.
• If the Smoke Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust
and/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms,
replace the unit immediately
• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See
“Locations to Avoid for Smoke Alarms” for details.
•When the battery becomes weak, the Smoke Alarm unit will “chirp”
about once a minute (the low battery warning). This low battery war
should last 7 days, but you should replace the battery immediately to
continue your protection. Note: If locking pin is engaged see "Locking
Feature" section for unlocking instructions.
Choosing a replacement battery:
Your Smoke Alarm requir es one standar
batteries are acceptable as r
#MX1604; Eveready (Ener
like the Ultralife U9VL-J for longer service life between battery changes.
These batteries are available at many local retail stor
Actual service life depends on the Smoke Alarm and the environment
in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above are acceptable
replacement batteries for this unit. Regarer’s
suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once
the unit starts “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).
RECOMMENDED LOCA FOR SMOKE ALARMS
Installing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
The National Fire Protection Association (NFP
Alarm on every floor
construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected.
See “Agency Placement Recommendations” for details. For additional
coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke Alarm in all rooms,
halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements, wheretemperatures
normally remain between 40˚ F (4˚C) and 100˚ F (38˚C). Make sure no door
or other obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms.
More specifically
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly
or completely closed.
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple
sleeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet
long (12 meters), install a unit at each end.
• At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway,and at bottom of the
basement stairway
Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary fr
state and from region to r
for current requirIt is r
units be interconnected for added pr
INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES & RVS
For minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping
area as possible. For moresecurity,put one unit in each room. Many
older mobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no
insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are unsure
of the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls
only.Smoke Alarms should be installed wheretemperatur es normally
remain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C). W
used in RVs after the vehicle has been in storage, before every trip,
and once a week while in use. Failure to test units used in RVs as
described may remove your protection.
IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM
Smoke Alarms may not operate properly because of dead, missing or
weak batteries, a build-up of dirt, dust or grease on the Smoke Alarm
cover
described in “Regular Maintenance,” and install a fresh battery
the Smoke Alarm again. If it fails to test properly when you use the test
button, or if the problem persists, replace the Smoke Alarm immediately
• If you hear a “chirp” once a minute, replace the battery
•If you experience frequent non-emergency alarms (like those
caused by cooking smoke), try relocating the Smoke Alarm.
•If the alarm sounds when no smoke is visible, try cleaning or
relocating the Smoke Alarm. The cover may be dirty
•If the alarm does not sound during testing, try installing a new
battery
Ifthe Smoke Alarm is still not operating properly
warranty
Donot try fixing the alarm yourself – this will void your warranty!
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• Don’t panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to
get dressed or collect anything.
• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly
and windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).
Take short, shallow breaths. Continued...
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•Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,
and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely
• Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
Give your address, then your name.
• Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.
• Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer
Alarms have various limitations. See "Limitations of Smoke Alarms"
for details.
