M a i n t e n a n c e
Testing
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED!
CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always stand an arms length away from the unit when testing.
Test by pushing the Test button on the cover and hold it down for a minimum of 2 seconds. This will sound the alarm if all the electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working. If no alarm sounds, check the fuse or circuit breaker supplying power to the alarm circuit. If the alarm still does not sound, the unit has a defective battery or some other failure. DO NOT use an open flame to test your alarm, you could damage the alarm or ignite combustible materials and start a fire.
Test the alarm weekly to ensure proper operation. Erratic or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a defective alarm, and it should be returned for service (see Warranty section).
Alarms failing an alarm test, or not operating normally, must be replaced with a new alarm. Similarly, alarms more than 10 years old must be replaced.
Alarm Removal
If the smoke alarm tamper resist feature has been activated, refer to the Alarm Tamper Resist Feature section for removal instructions.
To remove the alarm from the mounting plate, rotate the alarm in the direction of the "OFF" arrow on the cover. To disconnect the AC
M a i n t e n a n c e
Battery Replacement
Models 1275CA and PE120CA
These alarms have a low/missing battery monitor circuit which will cause the alarm to “chirp” approximately every
Models 1275CA and PE120CA use a 9 V carbon zinc battery (alkaline and lithium batteries may also be used). A fresh battery should last for one year under normal operating conditions.
Use only the following 9 volt batteries for replacement:
Eveready 216 or 1222 | |
| Gold Peak 1604P or 1604S |
Alkaline Type | Energizer 522 |
| Duracell MN1604 or MX1604 |
| Gold Peak 1604A |
Lithium Type | Ultralife |
These batteries can be purchased at your local retailer.
WARNING! Use only the batteries specified above. Use of different batteries than the recommended ones, may have a detrimental effect on the smoke alarm. A good safety measure is to replace the battery at least once a year, or at the same time you change your clocks for daylight saving time. Be sure to follow the battery installation instructions printed on the back of the alarm.
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED!
NOTE: For model 1275CA, if after battery replacement the unit continues to chirp, wait for approximately 7 minutes. The Hush® feature may have been activated accidentally while changing the battery and will reset automatically.
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