OPERATION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE
OPERATION: The heat alarm is operating once the power is connected and turned on (the battery must also be installed). When air temperature above 135oF is sensed, the unit sounds a loud alarm which continues until the air is cleared.
This alarm incorporates the internationally recognized horn signal for evacuation. During alarm mode, the horn produces three short beeps followed by a two second pause and then repeats. This pattern is somewhat different than the previous alarm sound, which continually beeped.
STANDBY CONDITION: The red LED flashes once every
LOCAL ALARM CONDITION: The red LED flashes rapidly and the unit emits a loud, pulsating alarm sound.
REMOTE ALARM CONDITION: The red LED is off and the unit emits a loud, pulsating alarm.
GREEN LED: The green LED is on whenever AC power is turned on.
TESTING: Test by pushing the test button on the heat alarm cover until the alarm sounds, then release. The alarm sounds if all electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working. If no alarm sounds, the unit may have a defective battery or other failure.
NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home. The
BACKUP BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Disconnect AC power before changing battery. Shock hazard exists if AC power is miswired.
The heat alarm uses a 9 Volt battery. The battery should last for at least one year under normal operating conditions. The heat alarm has a low battery indicator, an audible "beep." It will operate at
Push and lift the battery door latch and remove the battery from the battery door. While observing polarity, push the replacement battery into the battery door until it is held securely in place. Carefully close and latch the battery door.
REPAIRS AND SERVICES
If the heat alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. Return the unit for servicing. (See warranty for instructions or
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