4. CHANGING THE BATTERY
(Models Ei141 / 144 / 146 only)
1.Switch off mains power to alarm (green light on cover should go out).
2.Remove unit as shown in “ALARM REMOVAL” section on page 2.
3.Locate battery slot in base of alarm as shown below.
4.Unclip battery from battery snap connectors.
5.Connect new battery by clipping back on to battery snap connectors. Use only 9V Alkaline batteries Duracell MN1604, Energizer 522. Other batteries can cause problems.
We recommend that the “use by date” on the battery should still have at least 2 years to go. Older batteries will give beeps prematurely.
6.Slide unit back on to the base. A click should be heard as the alarm engages. (The unit cannot be replaced on the base unless a battery is installed).
7.Press and hold the test button - horn should sound loudly.
8.Reinstate mains power to alarm (green light on cover should come on).
We recommend that the battery is replaced at least every three years for optimum performance.
5. TESTING & MAINTAINING YOUR ALARM
INSPECTION &TESTING PROCEDURE
Check all your alarms weekly, especially after initial installation or after
(i)Check that the green mains indicator light is on. (If it is off check circuit breakers, fuses and wiring etc.) Check the red light on the cover flashes every 40 seconds.
(ii)Press the test button for up to 10 seconds to ensure the sensor chamber, electronics and sounder are working. A red light on the cover, will flash while horn is sounding. The alarm
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