To replace the battery, remove the alarm from the trim ring by rotating the alarm in the direction of the “OFF” arrow on the cover (see Section 3, Figure 4) To discon-
nect the A.C. power harness, squeeze the locking arms on the sides of the Quick Connector while pulling the connector away from the bottom of the alarm (see Section 3, Figure 3).
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
To replace or install the batteries you must first remove the alarm | |
from the trim ring by following the ALARM REMOVAL instructions at | |
the beginning of this section. After alarm has been removed , you | |
can open the battery door and install or replace the battery. | |
Battery installation instructions are provided on the inside of the | FIGURE 6 |
battery door. |
When installing the battery, press the battery reminder finger down into the battery compartment and install the battery (see Figure 6).
CAUTION! IF THE BATTERY REMINDER FINGER IS NOT HELD DOWN IN THE BATTERY COM- PARTMENT BY THE BATTERY, THE BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE, THE A.C. QUICK CON- NECTOR WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE ALARM, AND THE ALARM WILL
NOT ATTACH TO THE TRIM RING.
This smoke alarm uses a 9V carbon zinc back up battery (alkaline and lithium batteries may also be used). A fresh battery should last for one year under normal operating conditions.
This alarm has a low/missing battery monitor circuit which will cause the alarm to “chirp” approxi- mately every 30-40 seconds for a minimum of seven (7) days when the battery gets low. Replace the battery when this condition occurs.
USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT BATTERIES FOR SMOKE ALARM REPLACEMENT.
Carbon-zinc type | EVEREADY 216 OR 1222; GOLD PEAK 1604P OR 1604S |
Alkaline type | EVEREADY 522; DURACELL MN1604; GOLD PEAK 1604A; MX1604 |
Lithium type | ULTRALIFE U9VL |
NOTE: REGULAR TESTING IS RECOMMENDED!
WARNING! BE SURE TO FOLLOW BATTERY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED ON THE INSIDE OF THE BATTERY DOOR AND USE ONLY THE BATTERIES SPECIFIED. USE OF DIFFER- ENT BATTERIES MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE SMOKE ALARM.
CLEANING YOUR ALARM
To clean your alarm, remove it from the mounting bracket as outlined in the beginning of this sec- tion. You can clean your alarm by using compressed air or your vacuum cleaner hose to blow or suck air through the openings around the perimeter of the alarm. The outside of the alarm can be wiped with a damp cloth.
After cleaning, reinstall your alarm. Test your alarm by using the test button and check that the green LED is on.
7. LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS
WARNING: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY
•Smoke alarms are devices that can provide early warning of possible fires at a reasonable cost; however, alarms have sensing limitations. Ionization type alarms offer a broad range of fire sensing capabilities but are better at detecting fast flaming fires than slow smoldering fires. Photoelectric alarms sense smoldering fires better than flaming fires. Home fires develop in dif- ferent ways and are often unpredictable. Neither type of alarm (photoelectric or ionization) is always best, and a given alarm may not always provide warning of a fire.
•A battery powered alarm must have a battery of the specified type, in good condition and installed properly.
•A.C. powered alarms will not operate if the A.C. power has been cut off, such as by an electrical fire or an open fuse.
•Smoke alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the alarm circuits are in good operating condition.
•Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the alarm. Therefore, smoke alarms may not sense fires starting in chimneys, walls, on roofs, on the other side of a closed door or on a different floor.
•If the alarm is located outside the bedroom or on a different floor, it may not wake up a sound sleeper.
•The use of alcohol or drugs may also impair one’s ability to hear the smoke alarm. For maxi- mum protection, a smoke alarm should be installed in each sleeping area on every level of a home.
•Although smoke alarms can help save lives by providing an early warning of a fire, they are not a substitute for an insurance policy. Home owners and renters should have adequate insurance to protect their lives and property.
8. GOOD SAFETY HABITS
DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE
•Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two (2) escape routes from each room. Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder.
•Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of fire.
•Determine a place outside your home where you all can meet if a fire occurs.
•Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and train them to leave your home when they hear it.
•Practice a fire drill at least every six months. Practice allows you to test your plan before an emergency. You may not be able to reach your children. It is important they know what to do.
WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS
•Leave immediately by your escape plan. Every second counts, so don’t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables.
•In leaving, don’t open any inside door without first feeling its surface. If hot, or if you see smoke seeping through cracks, don’t open that door! Instead, use your alternate exit. If the inside of the door is cool, place your shoulder against it, open it slightly and be ready to slam it shut if heat and smoke rush in.
•Stay close to the floor if the air is smoky. Breathe shallowly through a cloth, wet if possible.
•Once outside, go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there.
•Call the fire department from your neighbor’s home - not from yours!
