TO DEACTIVATE THE SMOKE ALARM
Alarm is sealed. Power cells are not replaceable. Once they reach the end of their service life, or after 10
NOTE: The low power warning sounds like the reminder “chirp” for the Silence Feature. When you activate the Silence Feature, the unit will “chirp” about once a minute for up to 15 minutes as a reminder. To make sure you are truly hearing the low power warning and not the reminder for the Silence Feature, wait at least 30 minutes before deactivating the unit.
After 10 years or after the “low power warning” sounds (whichever comes first):
1.Remove the label on the bottom of the unit and locate the flat round tab.
2.Insert a flathead screwdriver in the slot and turn clockwise (to the right) until the tab comes out.
This will discharge the power cells and deactivate the unit.
3. Once you deactivate this unit, it will not detect smoke or alarm. It cannot be reactivated. You must install a new unit to continue your protection.
4. Install a new Smoke Alarm immediately!
IF THIS SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
During an alarm, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.
•If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death.
•Never remove the power cells from this Smoke Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.). Removing the power cells disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke, and removes your protection. Instead use the Silence feature, then open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit. The Smoke Alarm will reset automatically.
•If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
•Don’t panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
•Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to get dressed or collect anything.
•Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly. Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors and windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
•Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp). Take short, shallow breaths.
•Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home, and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
•Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside. Give your address, then your name.
•Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.
•Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.
Alarms have various limitations. See "Limitations of Smoke Alarms" for details.
USING THE SILENCE FEATURE
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several minutes. To use this feature, press the blue “Push to Silence” button on the cover. The alarm will “chirp” about once a minute (for up to 15 min- utes) to remind you the alarm has been silenced. The “chirping” will stop when the unit returns to normal operation. If the unit will not silence and no heavy smoke is present, or if it stays in silence mode continuously (“chirps” for longer than 30 minutes), the unit should be replaced imme- diately. See “To Deactivate the Smoke Alarm”.
The Silence Feature does not disable the
IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM
Smoke Alarms may not operate properly because of dead or weak power cells, a
•If you experience frequent
•If the alarm sounds when no smoke is visible, try cleaning or relocating the Smoke Alarm. The cover may be dirty.
•If the alarm no longer sounds during testing, replace the Smoke Alarm! If the Smoke Alarm was properly activated, and had previously alarmed during testing, the power cells are at the end of their service life. (See “Regular Maintenance.”)
•If the alarm will not silence when you use the Silence feature, DO NOT IGNORE THE ALARM! This indicates a potentially dangerous situation.
•If the Smoke Alarm “chirps” about once a minute (for more than 30 minutes), Replace the Smoke Alarm! (See “Regular Maintenance.”) This is the low power cell warning.
Do not try fixing the alarm yourself – this will void your warranty!
If the Smoke Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under warranty, please see “How to Obtain Warranty Service” in the Limited Warranty below.
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert® and BRK® 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 work- manship. 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
303 Nelson Avenue, Neosho, MO
This Smoke Alarm is designed to operate for 10 years, and is backed by a
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