Universal Security Instruments MP308 Instruction Sheet
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1. The approximate 10 minute Silence feature may be used repeatedly until the air has cleared by pushing and releasing the Silence button again Resetting the smoke alarm after a nuisance alarm is recommended NOTE If the Test button is pressed and held during the Silence mode the smoke alarm will be tested normally Upon the release of the Test button the Silence mode will be restarted Before using the alarm Silence Feature identify the source of smoke and be certain that safe conditions exist Clean the smoke alarm at least once a month to remove dust dirt insects or debris Always disconnect the battery power to smoke alarm before cleaning Using a 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 the smoke alarm is false alarming and cannot be restored to normal operation the smoke alarm should be replaced BATTERY REPLACEMENT This smoke alarm requires a 9 Volt Alkaline or Lithium battery The battery should last for at least one year under normal operating conditions The smoke alarm has a low battery indicator an audible chirp It will operate at approx 40 second intervals for a minimum of 7 days When this indication occurs replace the battery with an Alkaline type Energizer 522 or Lithium type Energizer LA522 Ultralife U9VL J or Ultralife U9VL J P from your local retailer Lithium Battery Models only The Lithium battery is warranted to last for 102. immediately The product end of service life alarm can be temporarily silenced for a 24 hour period for up to 25 days After 25 days the warning cannot be silenced The alarm should be replaced immediately Page 8 PRODUCT TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY MODELS MP308 MP308L MODELS MP508 MP508L USI ELECTRIC INC UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS INC USI warrants your product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten 10 years from the date of purchase This warranty shall not apply to any batteries used in the product or to any damage which may be caused by such batteries This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal residential use and service If this product is found to be defective USI s only obligation and your exclusive remedy is the repair or replacement of the product at USI s discretion provided that the product has not been damaged through misuse abuse accident modifications alteration neglect or mishandling This Warranty shall not apply to any product which is found to have been improperly installed set up or used in any way not in accordance with the instructions supplied with the product ALARM RETURNS For replacement of this alarm under the terms of this Warranty contact Customer Service at 1 800 390 4321 Ext 238 for current postage and handling fees USI DOES NOT WARRANT AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY WHE
3. is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows A smoke alarm installed in each separate sleeping area in the vicinity of but outside of the bedrooms and as appropriate heat or smoke alarms in living rooms dining rooms kitchens hallways attics furnace rooms closets utility storage rooms basements and attached garages Test the alarms weekly to assure proper operation INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION READ CAREFULLY CAUTION THIS SMOKE ALARM IS SEALED THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE A mounting bracket is provided on the back of the alarm Remove the mounting bracket from the back of the alarm by holding the mounting bracket and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the TWIST TO REMOVE arrow on the side of the alarm base OPTIONAL TAMPER RESISTANT FEATURES There are two separate tamper resistant locking features provided for this model Activating one or both of these features deters someone from removing the smoke alarm from the mounting bracket or removing the battery from the alarm The breakaway locking pins are clearly marked and molded into the mounting bracket Refer to the diagram on the next page TO ACTIVATE THE LOCKING FEATURES Do not activate the locking features until you have activated the battery mounted the smoke alarm to the bracket and tested the smoke alarm Refer to OPERATION TESTING amp MAINTENANCE instructions on Page 6 1 Detach
4. m SLOPED CEILINGS PEAKED CEILINGS SLOPED CEILINGS SHED CEILINGS LOCATIONS PERMITTED FOR SMOKE ALARMS ON TRAY SHAPED CEILINGS Sloped Ceilings Peaked Ceilings Smoke alarms or smoke detectors mounted on a peaked ceiling shall be located within 36 in 914 mm horizontally of the peak but not closer than 4 in 102 mm vertically to the peak Sloped Ceilings Shed Ceilings Smoke alarms or smoke detectors mounted on a sloped ceiling having a rise greater than 1 ft in 8 ft 1 m in 8 m horizontally shall be located within 36 in 914 mm of the high side of the ceiling but not closer than 4 in 102 mm from the adjoining wall surface Tray Shaped Ceilings Smoke Alarms or smoke detectors shall be installed on the highest portion of the ceiling or on the sloped portion of the ceiling within 12 in 305 mm vertically down from the highest point Mobile Home Installation For minimum protection smoke alarms should be installed in compliance with H U D Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards Title 24 CFR Section 3280 208 and Section 3282 For additional protection see Single Story Residence smoke alarm requirements recommendations for Existing Homes and New Construction Homes Note For mobile homes built before 1978 install smoke alarms on inside walls between 4 and 12 from the ceiling older mobile homes have little or no insulation in the ceiling This is especially important if the ceiling is unusua
5. the breakaway alarm locking pin from the mounting bracket ALARM BRACKET L LOCKING PIN LSD ne CEN AN YA DA BATTERY LOCKING PIN Z 2 Insert the pin into the hole for the feature you are activating Refer to the diagram below for correct placement E lt INSERT ALARM INSERT BATTERY LOCKING PIN HERE N4 LOCKING PIN HERE e Page 4 TO DEACTIVATE THE LOCKING FEATURES To remove the smoke alarm for cleaning or servicing or to replace the battery you must first remove the appropriate locking pin if it has been installed 1 Use long nose pliers to pull the locking pin out of the hole 2 Itis now possible to remove the smoke alarm or replace the battery BATTERY DRAWER BATTERY DRAWER r z TAMPER PIN TEST SILENCE BUTTON SMOKE ALARM TAMPER PIN MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Attach the mounting bracket to the wall or ceiling your preference 2 To activate 9 volt battery and alarm hold the QUICK DRAW battery drawer closed pull and remove the PULL TAB Confirm that the entire PULL TAB has been completely removed Discard PULL TAB 3 Push and twist the alarm clockwise onto the mounting bracket 4 See OPTIONAL TAMPER RESISTANT FEATURES and TO ACTIVATE THE LOCKING FEATURES instructions on Page 4 5 The red LED blinks on every 40 45 seconds to indicate proper operation OPERATION TESTING amp MAINTENANCE OPERATION The smoke alarm is operating once the battery power is connected by removing the p
6. type of batteries are used or if the batteries are not installed correctly AC only powered alarms cannot work if the AC power is cut off for any reason If you are concerned about the limitations of the battery or AC power install both types of alarms USING AN IONIZATION SMOKE ALARM IN A SMOKY AREA SUCH AS A KITCHEN OR IN A HIGH HUMIDITY AREA NEAR A SHOWER CAN CAUSE NUISANCE FALSE ALARMS IT IS PREFERABLE TO USE PHOTOELECTRIC ALARMS IN THESE AREAS DO NOT TURN OFF THE AC POWER TO QUIET THE ALARM A SMOKE ALARM WILL NOT HELP PROTECT YOU IF IT IS NOT POWERED Properly locate your alarm to avoid nuisance alarms A SMOKE ALARM MAY NOT ALWAYS WARN YOU ABOUT FIRES CAUSED BY CARELESSNESS AND SAFETY HAZARDS LIKE SMOKING IN BED VIOLENT EXPLOSIONS ESCAPING GAS IMPROPER STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE MATERIALS OVERLOADED ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS CHILDREN PLAYING WITH MATCHES NATURAL CAUSES SUCHAS LIGHTNING OR ARSON FIRE PREVENTION IS YOUR BEST SAFEGUARD INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS MAY MAKE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR LOWER INSURANCE RATES BUT SMOKE ALARMS ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR INSURANCE Homeowners and renters alike should continue to insure their lives and properties SMOKE ALARMS CANNOT DETECT FIRES IF THE SMOKE DOES NOT REACH THEM Smoke from fires may not reach the sensing chamber and set off the alarm One alarm should be installed inside each bedroom or sleeping area Do not obstruct airflow around the smoke alarm or place in areas of obstructed airflow BE AWARE
7. years under normal operating conditions Replace the battery with only Lithium type Energizer LA522 or Ultralife U9VL J or U9VL J P OPTIONAL BATTERY DRAWER TAMPER LOCKING PIN To make your battery drawer tamper resistant a locking pin has been provided breakaway part on mounting bracket NOTE If this feature has been activated you will need to deactivate it by removing the battery drawer tamper pin located at side of battery drawer Refer to Page 5 Pull the QUICK DRAW battery drawer open and remove the battery While observing polarity push the replacement battery into the battery drawer until it is held securely in place Carefully close the battery drawer and reinstall the tamper pin Test the smoke alarm by pushing the TEST button on the smoke alarm cover until the alarm sounds then release REPAIRS AND SERVICES If the smoke alarm is defective in any way do not tamper with the smoke alarm Return the smoke alarm for servicing See warranty for instructions or in warranty returns There will be a service charge for repairing out of warranty smoke alarms DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN o Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder o 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 all of you can meet if a fire o
8. E INCAPABLE OF SAFELY EVACUATING THE AREA UNASSISTED SMOKE ALARMS ARE NOT FOOLPROOF You must test the smoke alarm weekly to ensure your continued protection Smoke alarms cannot prevent or extinguish fires SMOKE ALARMS HAVE A LIMITED LIFE The smoke alarm should be replaced immediately if it is not operating properly You should always replace a smoke alarm after 10 years SMOKE ALARMS ARE NOT TO BE USED WITH DETECTOR GUARDS UNLESS THE COMBINATION HAS BEEN EVALUATED AND FOUND SUITABLE FOR THAT PURPOSE Page 2 RECOMMENDED LOCATION OF ALARMS Locate the first smoke alarm in the immediate area of the bedrooms Try to protect the escape route as the bedrooms are usually farthest from an exit If more than one sleeping area exists locate additional smoke alarms in each sleeping area If a hall is more than 40 feet 12 meters long install a smoke alarm at each end Locate additional smoke alarms to protect any stairway as stairways act like chimneys for smoke and heat Locate at least one smoke alarm on every floor level Locate a smoke alarm in any area where a smoker sleeps or where electrical appliances are operated in sleeping areas Smoke heat and other combustion products rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally Mounting the smoke alarm on the ceiling in the center of the room places it closest to all points in the room Ceiling mounting is preferred in ordinary residential construction However in mobile homes wal
9. OF VARIOUS SITUATIONS AGAINST WHICH THE SMOKE ALARM MAY NOT BE EFFECTIVE For example 1 Fires where the victim is intimate with a flaming initiated fire for example when a person s clothes catch fire while cooking 2 Fires where the smoke is prevented from reaching the alarm due to a closed door or other obstruction or 3 Incendiary fires where the fire grows so rapidly that an occupant s egress is blocked even with properly located alarms SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT DETECT FIRE ON ANOTHER FLOOR OR AREA OF THE HOME Recommended minimum protection is at least one smoke alarm in every sleeping area and every bedroom on every level of your home Interconnected smoke alarms may provide earlier warning than stand alone smoke alarms since all smoke alarms alarm when one detects smoke SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT BE HEARD The alarm horn in this alarm meets or exceeds current standards but it may not be heard if 1 the smoke alarm is located outside a closed or partially closed door 2 residents recently consumed alcohol or drugs 3 the alarm is drowned out by noise from stereos TV s air conditioners or other appliances 4 residents are hearing impaired or 5 if residents are sleeping CURRENT STUDIES HAVE SHOWN SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT AWAKEN ALL SLEEPING INDIVIDUALS AND THAT IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF INDIVIDUALS IN THE HOUSEHOLD WHO ARE CAPABLE OF ASSISTING OTHERS TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THOSE WHO MAY NOT BE AWAKENED BY THE ALARM SOUND OR TO THOSE WHO MAY B
10. THER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN NO IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT CREATED BY STATE LAW SHALL EXTEND BEYOND THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY UNLESS SUCH LAW OTHERWISE PROVIDES USI SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL LOSS OR DAMAGE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES TO ANY EQUIPMENT WITH WHICH THIS PRODUCT IS USED Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you No agent representative dealer or employee of the company has the authority to increase or alter the obligations or terms of this Warranty This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This Warranty is only valid for merchandise purchased from outlets in the United States and Canada This warranty expires upon product end of service life signal LITHIUM BATTERY LIMITED WARRANTY The Ultralife battery models U9VL J and U9VL J P are warranted by Ultralife Corporation in this alarm ONLY and are not warranted in any other device Submit your warranty claim through the Ultralife website www ultralifecorp com or call 800 332 5000 Visit Us on the Web www UniversalSecurity com UNINERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS INC QsiELECTRIC INC 11407 Cronhill Drive Suite A Owings Mills Maryland 21117
11. UNnINERSAL MODEL MP308 MP308L SIGNALING SECURITY INSTRUMENTS INC m MODEL MP508 MP508L ELECTRIC THE BEST CHOICE BATTERY POWERED SMOKE amp FIRE ALARM WITH SILENCE FEATURE AND ALARM ORIGINATION FEATURE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents Page Smoke Alarm Limitations and Functions eeeeeeeeee 2 Recommended Location of Alarms cccceeeeeteeteeeeeeenteees 3 Avoid These Locations c ceeeeeeeeeeencennnenneenneennennnaeeeeees 4 aby Warming sts vencus cee ctesisedsutesteceah pelenesuegesbeasseass EuS arane ESUS aTh 4 Installation Instructions 2 5 05 ces Seceeeseeteeediaessisdedeasieveees Gases deececs 4 Locking Tamper Feature ccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeetens 4 Operation Testing amp Maintenance cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 5 RVInstallatiOn 4 2s voce eacetarscocsuceveu th Seceedspenes sie deeassdeveedeusegeese dodo 5 Quick Find Alarm Originating Feature amp Reset 68 5 Cautions WarniNgS siirinsesi 6 Battery Replacement cccccccscncscseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenees 6 Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape eeeeeeeeeeees 7 Operational Summary ices hea eee eet 8 Warranty eiai enee ra wie ee Back Cover LISTED SMOKE ALARM LIMITATIONS AND FUNCTIONS There are three basic smoke alarm types loPhic lonization and Photoelectric loPhic is an ionization alarm containing a patent pen
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13. ccurs o Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and train them to leave your home when they hear the sound o Identify children s bedrooms with red stickers placed in the upper left corner of the windows They are available from your local fire department o 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 fo Page 6 WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS o Leave immediately by your plan of escape Every second counts so don t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables o 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 inside 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 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 Don t return to your home until fire officials say that it is all right to do so ooo o NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION REQUIRED INFORMATION For your information the National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 72 reads as follows 11 5 1 Required Detection Where requi
14. ding Universal Smoke Sensing Technology loPhic alarms are very effective at detecting fast flaming fires and also respond very quickly to slow smoldering fires up to 87 faster than the maximum allowable alarm limit UL217 Smoldering Smoke Test on 5 26 2010 Underwriters Laboratories Project 409CA38078 lonization smoke alarms are typically more effective at detecting fast flaming fires fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly Sources of these fires may include paper burning ina wastebasket or kitchen grease fires Photoelectric smoke alarms on the other hand are typically more effective at detecting slow smoldering fires fires which burn for hours before bursting into flame Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding Installing loPhic smoke alarms ensures maximum detection of both types of fires from a single alarm while eliminating the need for a combination of ionization and photoelectric smoke alarms The enclosed alarm is a Photoelectric smoke alarm SMOKE ALARMS WILL NOT WORK DURING A LOSS OF POWER SINCE A SMOKE ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT POWER having an alarm s that works from two completely different power sources such as an AC direct wire with battery backup smoke alarm can give you an extra measure of protection in case of an AC power failure or a dead battery Battery operated alarms cannot work if the batteries are missing disconnected or dead if the wrong
15. l mounting on an inside partition is preferred to avoid the thermal barrier that may form at the ceiling When mounting smoke alarm on the ceiling locate it a minimum of 4 10cm from a side wall or corner see Diagram A When mounting smoke alarm on a wall if local codes allow use an inside wall with the top edge of the smoke alarm a minimum of 4 10cm and a maximum of 12 30 5cm below the ceiling wall intersections See Diagram A a SINGLE STORY TWO STORY RESIDENCE RESIDENCE Cating 2 STORY o o Bedroom Bedroom Living s Room Family Room e Basement Existing Homes The NFPA requires a smoke alarm on every level and outside each sleeping area in existing construction An existing household with one level and one sleeping area is required to have one smoke alarm Living Room Bedroom DIAGRAM A Smoke Alarms for Minimum Protection Recommended Smoke Alarms for Z Sidewall Additional Protection New Construction Homes and Manufactured Homes The NFPA requires AC powered interconnected smoke alarms to be installed inside each bedroom outside each bedroom area and on every level of the home They also require a minimum of two AC powered interconnected smoke alarms in any new construction home Anywhere along this bold surface Not in this area Not in this area 4in F7 300 mm 102 mm Anywhere in 12 in this area 36 in 36 in 0 9 m i 0 9 m 3 ft 0 9
16. lly hot or cold Install a smoke alarm inside each bedroom and in the hallway outside each separate sleeping area Page 3 AVOID THESE LOCATIONS the garage products of combustion are produced when you start your vehicle near appliances or areas where normal combustion regularly occurs kitchens near furnaces gas hot water heaters Use smoke alarms with photoelectric sensors or smoke alarms with Silence Feature for these areas in areas with high humidity like bathrooms or areas near dishwashers or washing machines Install at least 3 feet 0 9 meters away from these areas in areas of turbulent air such as air returns or heating and cooling supply vents smoke alarms shall not be located where airflow prevents smoke from reaching the alarms in extremely dusty dirty or insect infested areas Loose particles interfere with smoke alarm operation in areas where temperature may fall below 40 F 4 4 C or rise above 100 F 37 8 C closer than 1 foot 0 3m from fluorescent lights electrical noise and flickering may affect the alarm s operation closer than 3 feet 0 9m horizontal path from the tip of the blade of a ceiling suspended paddle fan on a poorly insulated ceiling or exterior wall mount smoke alarm on an inside wall THIS SMOKE ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT A GOOD BATTERY PROPERLY INSTALLED THE SMOKE ALARM SHOULD BE TESTED WHEN INSTALLED AND THEN TESTED WEEKLY AFTER THAT ACAUTION Early warning fire detection
17. o initiate QUICK FIND press the Test Silence button on any alarm After releasing the button the originating alarm will continue to sound for approx 60 seconds In a non interconnected installation it is necessary to test each alarm to determine the originating alarm Silent Blinks On once approx every 40 45 seconds normal operation mode or Blinks On once approx every 10 seconds silence mode Condition Alarm needs to be reset due to varying conditions previous alarms Recommendation To Reset the Alarm hold the Test Silence button for approx 10 seconds or temporarily remove and then replace the battery This will clear alarm origination Reset alarm after every alarm event 1 Chirp approx every 40 seconds Blinks On once approx every 40 45 seconds Condition Low Battery Recommendation Check to make sure the battery activation pull tab has been completely removed battery polarity is correct and the battery terminals are making contact with the smoke alarm contacts in the battery drawer If chirp continues replace the 9V battery see User s Manual for recommended battery types 3 Beeps approx every 40 seconds after LED flashes Blinks On once approx every 40 45 seconds Condition Trouble Service Alarm Recommendation Replace Alarm 1 Beep approx every 35 seconds Blinks On 3 times approx every 35 seconds Condition Product End of Service Life alarm Recommendation Replace alarm
18. red by applicable laws codes or standards for a specific type of occupancy approved single and multiple station smoke alarms shall be installed as follows 1 In all sleeping rooms and guest rooms 2 Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area within 6 4 m 21 ft of any door to a sleeping room the distance measured along a path of travel 3 On every level of a dwelling unit including basements 4 On every level of a residential board and care occupancy small facility including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics 5 In the living area s of a guest suite 6 In the living area s of a residential board and care occupancy The equipment should be installed using wiring methods in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association s Standard 72 National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 CAUTION AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHAL Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows A smoke alarm installed in each separate sleeping area in the vicinity of but outside of the bedrooms and heat or smoke detectors in the living rooms dining rooms bedrooms kitchens hallways attics furnace rooms closets utility and storage rooms basements and attached garages Page 7 AUDIBLE amp VISUAL SIGNALS HORN Silent RED LED Blinks On once appro
19. roximately 10 years from the date of installation the alarm will sound 1 beep approximately every 35 seconds and the red LED blinks approximately 3 times The product end of service life can be temporarily silenced for a 24 hour period for up to 25 days After 25 days the warning cannot be silenced The alarm should be replaced immediately Page 5 NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this smoke alarm You might accidentally damage or set fire to the smoke alarm or to your home The built in test switch accurately tests the smoke alarm s operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL ACAUTION If you choose to use an aerosol smoke product to test the smoke alarm be certain to use one that has been Listed to Underwriters Laboratories Inc Safety Standards and use it only as directed Use of non UL Listed products or improper use of UL Listed products may affect the smoke alarm s sensitivity NUISANCE ALARM SILENCE FEATURE This feature is to be used only when a known alarm condition such as smoke from cooking activates the smoke alarm The smoke alarm Silence Feature is activated by pushing and releasing the Silence button on the smoke alarm cover The smoke alarm will automatically reduce sensitivity and the red LED will blink on approx every 10 seconds to indicate the alarm is in the Silence mode The smoke alarm will gradually regain normal sensitivity and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present
20. s then release The alarm sounds if all electronic circuitry horn and battery are working If no alarm sounds the alarm may have a power supply failure Test the smoke alarm weekly to assure proper operation RV INSTALLATION WARNING TEST SMOKE ALARM OPERATION AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE PER WEEK DURING USE An identical marking is to be provided by the recreational vehicle manufacturer that shall be permanent and located visibly within 24 inches 810mm of the smoke alarm ALARM ORIGINATION The QUICK FIND feature will allow you to immediately locate the originating alarm once the alarm has stopped sounding To initiate QUICK FIND press the Test Silence button on each alarm After releasing the button the originating alarm will continue to sound for approx 60 seconds In a non interconnected installation it is necessary to test each alarm to determine the originating alarm RESET To reset the QUICK FIND Alarm Origination Mode Hold the Test Silence button for approx 10 seconds or temporarily remove and then replace the battery This will clear alarm origination indicator END OF SERVICE LIFE NOTIFICATION A majority of home fire deaths are a result of no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms In addition to the replace by date stamped on the back of your alarm your alarm contains a unique audible end of service life notification feature When it is time to replace your alarm which is app
21. ull tab When products of combustion are sensed the alarm sounds a loud alarm which continues until the air is cleared This alarm incorporates the NFPA recognized horn signal for evacuation During alarm mode the horn produces three long beeps followed by a two second pause and then continually repeats READY ACTIVE CONDITION The red LED blinks on once approx every 40 45 seconds to indicate the alarm is properly functioning ALARM CONDITION The red LED blinks on once approx every second and the alarm emits a loud pulsating alarm sound NUISANCE ALARMS The smoke alarm is designed to minimize nuisance alarms Smoking will not normally set off the alarm unless smoke is blown directly into the smoke alarm Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the smoke alarm is located close to the kitchen cooking surface Large quantities of combustion particles are generated from spills or broiling If the smoke alarm does sound check for fires first If a fire is discovered get out and call the fire department If no fire is present check to see if one of the reasons listed above may have caused the alarm Use the Silence Feature if it is a nuisance alarm or reset the alarm by pressing and holding the test button for ten seconds Refer to RESET below NOTE It is best to reset the alarms before initial test is performed See below for Reset instructions TESTING Test by pushing the Test button on the smoke alarm cover until the alarm sound
22. x every 40 45 seconds OPERATIONAL SUMMARY CONDITION RECOMMENDATION Condition DC Power is present Recommendation None alarm is operating properly 3 Beeps 2 second pause Repeat Blinks On approx every 2 seconds Condition Originating Smoke Alarm Recommendation If hazard is identified please take all precautions if an alarm sounds by calling an Emergency Service and getting out of the home 3 Beeps 2 second pause Repeat Blinks On approx every 2 seconds Condition Nuisance Alarm Recommendation If there is no hazard present verify the alarm is mounted in the correct location see User s Manual AVOID THESE LOCATIONS section Reset alarm as instructed below 3 Beeps 2 second pause Repeat Blinks On approx every 2 seconds Condition Alarm has sensed smoke Recommendation Silence Feature is activated by pressing and releasing the Test Silence button on the initiating originating alarm while in alarm condition Silence mode will last for approx 10 minutes with the red LED blinking once approx every 10 seconds Silent alarmed previously Blinks On once approx every 40 45 seconds normal operation mode or Blinks On once approx every 10 seconds silence mode Condition One alarm has sensed smoke Recommendation QUICK FIND Alarm Origination The QUICK FIND feature will allow you to immediately locate the originating alarm once the alarms have stopped sounding T
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