1.Remove the mounting plate from the back of the alarm by hold- ing the mounting plate and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the “OFF” arrow on the alarm cover.
2.To insure aesthetic alignment of the alarm with the hallway or wall, the “A” line on the mounting plate should be parallel with the hallway when ceiling mounting or horizontal when wall mounting.
3.After selecting the proper smoke alarm location as described in section 1, attach the mounting plate to the ceiling as shown in figure 4. For wall mounting see figure 5. Place mounting plate on the wall. Be sure the “UP FOR WALL MOUNTING “ text and arrow are facing up. Use the screws and anchors provided to secure the mounting plate (use 3/16” drill bit for anchor holes).
4.Battery installation instructions are provided on the inside of the battery door. To ensure proper installation of the smoke alarm battery, follow the instructions.
5.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 COMPARTMENT BY THE BATTERY, THE BATTERY DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE AND THE UNIT WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE MOUNTING BRACKET.
6.Alignment marks are provided on the edge of the trim plate and the alarm. After installing the mounting plate, place the alarm on the mounting plate with the alignment marks lined up. Twist the alarm in the direction indicated by the “ON” arrow on the alarm cover (see figure 7) until it locks in place.
7.USING TAMPER RESIST LOCKING PIN: To make your smoke alarm tamper resistant, a locking pin has been provided in the bag with the screws and anchors. Using this pin will help deter children and others
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the alarm after the alarm has been installed on the mounting plate (see figure 8).