Firex FADCQ manual Secure plate to junction box using mounting screws, Nation and or Smoke Alarms

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4.Secure plate to junction box using mounting screws.

5.With a small wire connector, connect white wire from connector plug to white household wire.

6.Connect black wire from connector plug to black household wire.

7.To interconnect alarms, connect yellow wire from connector to interconnect wire between other combination or smoke alarms. Before starting, see “INTERCONNECTING COMBI-

NATION AND OR SMOKE ALARMS.”

WHITE

WHITE

WHITE

YELLOW

YELLOW

TO NEUTRAL

 

BLACK

BLACK

BLACK

 

 

TO 120V AC

FOR INTERCONNECT: USE #18 AWG MINIMUM WIRE

NOTE: For a single-station combination alarm, cover yellow wire with electrical tape and tuck into junction box.

8.Attach connector plug to pins on back of com- bination alarm. Plug will fit only one way and will snap into place. Gently tug connector to be sure it is attached securely.

9.Position the combination alarm to mounting plate and turn clockwise to lock into place.

10.Turn on power at main fuse box or circuit breaker.

11.Test combination alarm. See “TESTING THE COMBINATION ALARM.”

12.Activate the battery. Remove arrow tab and close battery door. The combination alarm will

beep briefly and the RED light will flash as door is closed.

Interconnecting AC Only and AC/DC (With Battery Back-up) Alarms

Use #18 AWG minimum solid or stranded wire. When interconnecting, maximum wire length between any two is 1,500 feet for #18 AWG or 4,000 feet for #14 AWG (20 OHMS loop resistance).

This combination alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex model FADCQ, FADC, TPCI, AD, ADC, PAD, G, GC, PG40, or FX1218 smoke alarms, and as many as 6 Firex model ADH heat alarms or COQ-8 CO alarms for a total of not more than 18 interconnected devices. DO NOT connect to any other type or model combination smoke, or CO alarm.

WARNING

While AC and AC/DC smoke alarms can be inter- connected, ONLY when AC power is ACTIVE will ALL units ALARM when one unit senses smoke.

WHEN AC power is DISCONNECTED, INTERRUPT-

ED OR NOT PRESENT FOR ANY REASON, ONLY AC/DC UNITS WILL CONTINUE TO SEND AND RECEIVE SIGNALS AND SOUND AN ALARM IN RESPONSE TO THE PRESENCE OF SMOKE. WHEN power is DISCONNECTED, INTERRUPTED OR NOT PRESENT FOR ANY REASON, AC pow- ered smoke alarms WILL NOT OPERATE. The Model G is an AC-only smoke alarm!

Connect combination and smoke alarms to a single dedicated AC branch circuit. If local codes do not permit such a wiring configuration or connection, be sure the neutral wire is com- mon to both circuits or phases.

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Contents Please Read and Save this Manual SMOKE/CARBON Monoxide Alarm Model FadcqPage Table of Contents Quick Reference Guides General Information and FeaturesAbout this Alarm Features/Benefits Quick Quiet False Alarm ControlPage Important Safety Information Carbon Monoxide CO is a Toxic Gas Different Types of Smoke AlarmsFire is Unpredictable Check Your Local Building Codes Where to Install This AlarmPlacement Guidelines Activate the battery II. HOW to Install this SMOKE/CO AlarmInstallation for Battery DC Operation Only Interconnecting TWO Battery DC only AlarmsInstallation For AC With Battery Back-up Interconnecting Two Battery DC Only AlarmsNation and or Smoke Alarms Secure plate to junction box using mounting screwsTo Install Combination Unit as a Replacement What to Do in Case of a Fire III. if the Alarm SoundsIf Your Smoke Alarm Sounds If Your CO Alarm SoundsPotential Sources of CO Your Home Quick Quiet False Alarm Control and Smart QuietIf Your CO Alarm Sounds cont’d Smart Quiet Latching LED Alarm IndicatorSmart Quiet for LOW Battery Alert RED-YELLOW-ORANGE and Blue IV Understanding the Indicator LightsSmart Button KEY Understanding the Alarm LEDs and Horn PatternsCondition Horn LEDsTo test an individual smoke and CO alarm local test Testing and MaintenanceTesting Test all combination alarms weekly by doing the followingBattery Replacement Maintenance and CareClimate Controls Americas CleaningTo Replace the Battery RepairProblem Solution VI. Troubleshooting the SMOKE/CO AlarmWhere to Install this Alarm Troubleshooting the Smoke/CO AlarmCO Home Safety Tips VII Important Safety InformationFire Safety Tips Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Conditions That Can Cause CO Levels to Change Limitations of This Smoke/CO AlarmCoverage Important Information About This Smoke/CO AlarmProper Use/Operation Compliance/Proper ApplicationsAlso reads as follows Viii Agency Recommendations for Alarm PlacementAlso, as required by California State Fire Marshal Typical Efficiency Home ApartmentTypical Mobile Home Important Smoke Alarm Placement and Exception Information About Locating CO Alarms Year Limited Combination Smoke and CO Alarm Warranty IX Warranty Information