(1). To power Smoke detector
requires an alkaline battery.
(2).
Match terminals on the
end(s) of the battery with
opposite terminal
connections on the detector.
Be sure to insert the alkaline
battery in the position shown
on the detector.
(3).
When terminals are properly
matched, push battery firmly
in until it snaps and cannot
be shaken loose.
9.
When the detector power first makes contact with the detector, the alarm
horn may sound for one second. This means normal and indicates that
the power is positioned properly. Close cover, then press test button,
holding it down for about 5 seconds until the horn sounds. The horn
should sound a loud, pulsating alarm. This means the unit is working
properly.
TESTING YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR
Test the detector weekly by pushing firmly on the test button with your finger
until the horn sounds. Testing method may take up to 20 seconds to sound
the alarm horn. These are only ways to be sure that detector is working
correctly. If the detector fails to test properly, have it repaired or replaced
immediately. If you suspect that your detector does not go into alarm, test it by
pressing the test button with your finger to ensure if it works properly.
WARNING:
Never use an open flame of any kind to test your detector. You
may set fire to damage the detector, as well as your home. The built-in test
switch accurately tests all detector functions, as required by Underwriters’
Laboratories. They are the only correct ways to test the unit.
WARNING
:
When you are not testing the unit and the alarm horn sounds a
loud continuous sound, this means the detector has sensed smoke or
combustion particles in the air. Be sure that the alarm horn is a warning of a
possible serious situation, which requires your immediate attention.
•
The alarm could be caused by a nuisance situation. Cooking smoke or a
dusty furnace, sometimes called “friendly fires,” can cause the alarm to
sound. If this happens, open a window or fan the air to remove the smoke or
dust. The alarm will turn off as soon as the air is completely clear.
NOTE:
Do not disconnect the power from the detector. This will
remove your protection from fires.
•
If the alarm horn begins to beep once a minute, this signal means that
the detector’s power is weak. Recheck the DC power. Keep proper DC
power on hand for this purpose.
TAKING CARE OF YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR
Your smoke detector is designed to be maintenance-free as possible. To
keep your detector in good working order, you must test the detector weekly,
as referring to section “TESTING YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR”.
•
Recheck the DC power when the low battery “beep” signal sounds once
minute.
•
Open the cover and vacuum the dust off the detector’s sensing chamber
at least once a year. Disconnect DC power before cleaning. To clean
detector, use soft brush attachment to your vacuum. Carefully remove
any dust on detector components, especially on the openings of the
sensing chamber. Reconnect DC power after cleaning. Test detector to
make sure DC power is in correctly. Check to make sure there are no
obstructions inside the test button. If there is any dust in the test button,
insert a toothpick from the back to the front.
NOTE:
If nuisance alarms keep coming from the detector, you should
check whether the detector’s location is adequate. Refer to section
“WHERE TO INSTALL SMOKE DETECTORS.” Move your detector if it
is not located properly. Clean detector as described above.
•
Clean detector cover when it gets dirty. First open cover and disconnect
DC power. Hand-wash the cover with cloth dampened with clean water.
Dry it with lint-free cloth. Do not get any water on the detector
components. Reconnect the DC power, and close cover. Test detector
to make sure that DC power works correctly.
TIPS TO ENHANCE YOUR PROTECTION FROM FIRES
Putting up smoke detectors is only one step in protecting your family from fires.
You must also reduce the chances that fires will start in your home. And you
must increase your chances of escaping safely if one does start. To have a
good fire safety program you must apply the following tips to enhance your
family’s protection from fires:
1. Install smoke detectors properly. Carefully follow all the instructions in
this manual. Keep your smoke detectors clean, and test them every
week.
2.
Remember that detectors that do not work will not alert you. Replace
your smoke detectors immediately if they are not working properly.
3.
Follow fire safety rules, and prevent hazardous situations:
•
Use smoking materials properly. Never smoke in bed.
•
Keep matches and cigarette lighters away from children.
•
Store flammable materials in proper containers. Never use them
near open flame or sparks.
•
Keep electrical appliances in good condition. Do not overload
electrical circuits.
•
Keep stoves, fireplaces, chimneys, and barbecue grills grease free.
Make sure they are properly installed and away from any
combustible materials.
•
Keep portable heaters and open flames such as candles away from
combustible materials.
•
Do not allow rubbish to accumulate.
•
Keep a supply of extra batteries on hand for your battery powered
smoke detectors.
4.
Develop a family escape plan and practice it with your entire family. Be
sure to include small children in your practice.
•
Draw a floor plan of your home, and find two ways to exit from each
room. There should be one way to get out of each bedroom without
opening the door.
•
Explain to children what the smoke detector alarm signal means.
Teach them that they must be prepared to leave the home by
themselves if necessary. Show them how to check to see if doors
are hot before opening them. Show them how to stay close to the
floor and crawl if necessary. Show them how to use the alternate
exit if the door is hot and should not be opened.
•
Decide on a meeting place that has a safe distance from your
house. Make sure that all your children understand that they should
go and wait for you there if there is a fire.
•
Hold fire drills at least every 6 months to make sure that everyone,
even small children, knows what to do to escape safely.
•
Know where to go to call the Fire Department from outside your
home.
•
Provide emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, and
teach your family to use this equipment properly.
MORE TIPS TO FACE A FIRE IN YOUR HOME
If you have made a family escape plan and practiced it with your family, you
have increased their chances of escaping safely. Go over the following tips
with your children each time you have fire drills. This will help everyone
remember these tips in case of a real fire emergency.
1. Don’t panic and stay calm. Your safe escape may depend on thinking
clearly and remembering what you have practiced.
2. Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Follow a planned escape
route. Do not stop to collect anything or to get dressed.
3.
Feel the doors to see if they are hot. If they are not, open them carefully.
Do not open a door if it is hot. Use an alternate escape route.
4.
Stay close to the floor. Smoke and hot gases rise.
5. Cover your nose and mouth with a wet or damp cloth. Take short,
shallow breaths.
6.
Keep doors and windows closed. Open them only if you have to escape.
7.
Meet at your planned meeting place after leaving the house.
8. Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside your house.
Give the address and your name.
9. Never go back inside a burning building. Contact your local Fire
Department. They will give you more ideas about how to make your
home safer from fires and how to plan your family’s escape.
SPECIFICATIONS
Detector Type
Single Station Smoke Detector
Power 9VDC
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