3.If smoke alarm does not sound, turn off power at main fuse box or circuit breaker and check wiring. Retest smoke alarm.
REPLACE OR RETURN THE ALARM IF THE
!DANGER: If alarm horn sounds, and smoke alarm is not being tested, the smoke alarm is sensing smoke.
THE SOUND OF THE ALARM HORN REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AND ACTION.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
In addition to weekly testing, this smoke alarm requires yearly battery replacement and periodic cleaning to remove dust, dirt, and debris.
!DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off power at main service panel by removing fuse or switching appropriate circuit breaker to OFF position before replacing battery or cleaning smoke alarm.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Always turn off power to smoke alarm before replacing battery. Replace battery at least once a year or immediately when the low battery chirp sounds once a minute, even though the smoke alarm is receiving AC power. In a low battery condition, the red LED will blink once per minute followed immediately by a short, audible chirp indicating the battery is low and needs to be replaced immediately.
Use only the following batteries as replacements in this smoke alarm: Eveready 522 or 1222, Duracell MN 1604 or Ultralife
!WARNING: DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TYPE OF BATTERY, EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL. DO NOT USE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
1.Turn off power to smoke alarm at main service panel.
2.Slide battery door open as shown on page 4 in the installation section.
3.Remove drained battery from compartment and discard.
4.Install a fresh
5.Slide battery door closed.
6.Turn on power and test smoke alarm using
CLEANING
Clean the smoke alarm at least once a month to remove dust, dirt, or debris. Always turn off power to smoke alarm before cleaning.
•Using the soft brush or wand attachment to a vacuum cleaner, vacuum all sides and cover of smoke alarm. Be sure all the vents are free of debris.
•If necessary, turn off power and use a damp cloth to clean smoke alarm cover.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to remove the cover or clean inside the smoke alarm. THIS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
REPAIR
!CAUTION: Do not attempt to repair this smoke alarm. Doing so will void your warranty.
If smoke alarm is not operating properly, see “TROUBLESHOOTING.” If necessary and if still under warranty, return smoke alarm to Invensys Controls Americas. Pack it in a
Invensys Controls Americas
Product Service Department
28C Leigh Fisher Blvd.
El Paso, TX 79906
If the smoke alarm is no longer under warranty, have a licensed electrician replace the smoke alarm immediately with a compara- ble Firex brand smoke alarm.
PRACTICE FIRE SAFETY
If the smoke alarm sounds its alarm horn, and you have not pushed the test button, it is warning of a dangerous situation. Your immediate response is necessary. To prepare for such occurrences, develop family escape plans, discuss them with ALL household members, and practice them regularly.
•Expose everyone to the sound of a smoke alarm and explain what the sound means.
•Determine TWO exits from each room and an escape route to the outside from each exit.
•Teach all household members to touch the door and use an alternate exit if the door is hot. INSTRUCT THEM NOT TO OPEN THE DOOR IF THE DOOR IS HOT.
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