BRK electronic SL177 Special Compliance Considerations, Limitations Of Strobes, Limited Warranty

SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS

Strobe Lights along with residential smoke and carbon monoxide alarms alone are not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in places housing many people—like apartment buildings, condominiums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, long-term health care facilities, nursing homes, day care facilities, or group homes of any kind—even if they were once single-family homes. They are not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses, industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and special-purpose non-residential buildings which require special fire detection and alarm systems, typically in only the sleeping areas. Depending on the building codes in your area, these devices may be used to provide additional protection in these facilities.

LIMITATIONS OF STROBES

Strobes and alarms may not waken all individuals. Practice the escape plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved

–from kids to grandparents. Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice before holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or others do not readily waken to audible or visual signals, or if there are infants or family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency. It is recommended that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in order to determine their response while sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency.

The strobe cannot work without AC power. The strobe will not operate if AC power is cut off for any reason (open fuse or circuit breaker, failure along a power line or at a power station, electrical fire that burns the electrical wires, etc.).

The Strobe will not operate unless smoke, heat or CO reaches the corresponding alarm. Refer to the user’s manuals supplied with the interconnected smoke, heat or CO alarms.

Strobes may not be seen. Hearing impaired individuals may not see the visual notification if obstructions such as doors, walls, or bright lights block the strobe light. The use of alcohol or drugs may also impair ones ability to respond to the visual signal.

Strobes are not foolproof. Like any electronic device, strobes are made of components that can wear out or fail at any time. You must test the unit weekly to ensure your continued protection. Strobes are not a substitute for property or life insurance.

Hearing deficits may not be not apparent. If in doubt, consult your doctor.

Strobes have a limited life. The unit should be replaced immediately if it is not operating properly. Replace the strobe 10 years from date of installation.

LIMITED WARRANTY

BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of BRK® brand and First Alert® brand products, warrants that for a period of ten years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.

This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit.

BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer. In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling.

For Warranty Service return to:

BRK Brands, Inc.

25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906

BRK® is a registered trademark of BRK Brands, Inc.

First Alert® is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust.

Printed in Mexico M08-0188-000 J1 05/07

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