To install this smoke alarm, follow these steps:
This unit is designed to be mounted on the ceiling, or on the wall if necessary.
Using The Remote Flashlight Test Feature
The Remote Flashlight Test method works best on ceilings up to 15 feet high. Wave a flashlight with a
Tools you will need:
•Pencil
•Drill with 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit
•Standard/Flathead screwdriver
•Hammer
1.Hold base firmly and pull up on cover tab marked
“OPEN HERE.” This will open the hinged cover. The cover may unsnap from the base if it's opened too far. This will not damage the
2.Hold the smoke alarm base against the ceiling (or wall) and make a mark at the center of each of the mounting slots with a pencil.
3.Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the mounting holes.
4.Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through each pencil mark.
5.Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary, until they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
6.Tighten the screws (provided) into the screw anchors, then loosen them two turns.
7.Fit the smoke alarm over the screw heads as shown. Close cover.
8.If the smoke alarm cover does not line up the way you want it, rotate the base and
9.Activate the battery. With the cover open, remove and reinstall the battery so the terminals on the battery match the terminals on the smoke alarm. Match “+” to “+” and
Models SA150B/C have two
You must reposition BOTH batteries. The Escape Light® requires an alkaline battery.
10.Close the cover all the way.
11.Test the smoke alarm. See “Weekly Testing.” During testing, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern:
3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause
1 | 2 |
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3 | 5 |
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6 | 7 |
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8 | 9 |
10 | 11 |
strong beam rapidly back and forth in a straight line across the test
Testing The Escape Light® Feature (SA150B/C Only)
The Escape Light® should always shine during testing. If the horn sounds, but the light does not shine, install a fresh alkaline battery in the “Alkaline Only” battery slot, make sure the bulb is not burned out, and
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 properly.
•Test it at least once a week.
•Test units 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.
•Clean the smoke alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum off any dust using your household vacuum’s soft brush attachment. 1. Open the cover and disconnect the battery. 2. GENTLY vacuum the inside of the cover and the sensor chamber. 3. Reconnect the battery. 4. Close the smoke alarm, and vac- uum the outside of the cover. 5. Test the smoke alarm. Never use water, cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit.
•Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Where Not To Install Smoke Alarms.”
•When the battery becomes weak, the smoke alarm unit will “chirp” about once a minute (the low battery warn- ing). This low battery warning should last for 30 days, but you should replace the battery immediately to con- tinue your protection.
Choosing a replacement battery:
WARNING!
Use only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteries since they may not provide a constant charge.
Models SA90B and SA90C Only: Your smoke alarm requires one standard 9V battery. The following batteries are
acceptable as replacements: Eveready #216, (Energizer) #522, #1222; Duracell #MN1604; Gold Peak #1604P, #1604S; Rayovac 1604, D1604.
Models SA150B and SA150C Only: Your smoke alarm requires two 9V
All Models: You may also use a Lithium battery like the Ultralife
IMPORTANT!
WEEKLY TESTING
WARNING!
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
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working properly. Using the test button or remote flashlight test feature are the only recommended ways to test this smoke alarm. If it does not alarm during testing, make sure the unit is receiving power. Make sure the battery is fresh, and installed correctly, then 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, 3 beeps, pause.
Using The Test Button
Press and hold the test button on the cover of the unit for
Most carbon zinc batteries have an average service life of 1 year; most alkaline batteries have an average service life of
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