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FALSE ALARM CONTROL™

Model ADC and FADC features a False Alarm Control™ that,
when activated, quiets unwanted alarms for up to 15 minutes.

To use the False Alarm Control™:

Press and release the test button during an unwanted alarm.
The alarm should stop within ten seconds. The RED LED will blink
once every 10 seconds. This means the smoke alarm is in False
Alarm Control™. Just before returning to normal operation, the
smoke alarm will sound two short beeps. This signals the end of
False Alarm Control™. For Model FADC, the initiating alarm LED
in an interconnected system will remain on until reset by pressing
the test button.

If the smoke alarm does not go into False Alarm Control™ and con-
tinues to sound its loud, alarm horn, the smoke is too heavy and
could be a possibly dangerous situation — take emergency action.

TESTING THE

SMOKE ALARM

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Test each smoke alarm to be sure it is installed correctly and
operating properly.

Test all smoke alarms in an interconnected system after installation.

The Push-to-Test button accurately tests all functions. DO NOT
use an open flame to test this smoke alarm. You may ignite and
damage the smoke alarm or your home.

Test smoke alarms weekly and upon returning from vacation or
when no one has been in the household for several days.

Stand at arm’s length from the smoke alarm when testing. The
alarm horn is loud to alert you to an emergency and can be
harmful to hearing.

Test all smoke alarms weekly by doing the following:

1. Observe the green LED. A constant green light indicates the

smoke alarm is receiving 120V AC power.

2. Firmly depress the Push-to-Test button for at least five (5) 

seconds. The smoke alarm will sound 3 short beeps followed
by a 2-second pause and then repeats. The alarm may sound
for up to 10 seconds after releasing the Push-to-Test button.

NOTE:

If smoke alarms are interconnected, all smoke alarms
should sound an alarm within three seconds after any test
button is pushed and the tested smoke alarm sounds.

3. Be sure Red LED is extenguished after testing. If not, repeat

testing procedure until it does.

4. If smoke alarm does not sound, turn off power at main fuse box

or circuit breaker and check wiring. Retest smoke alarm.

DANGER: If alarm horn sounds, and smoke alarm 

is not being tested, the smoke alarm is
sensing smoke. THE SOUND OF THE ALARM
HORN REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE
ATTENTION AND ACTION. 

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Summary of Contents for AD

Page 1: ...ery is weak or improp erly connected Green and red LED indicator s show when the smoke alarm is receiving AC power working under normal operation in alarm or under false alarm control Loud alarm horn 85 decibels at 10 feet sounds to alert you of an emergency This alarm incorporates the internationally recognized horn signal for evacuation During alarm mode the horn produces three short beeps fol l...

Page 2: ...every level of the home Smoke may not reach the smoke alarm for many reasons For example if a fire starts in a remote part of the home on another level in a chimney wall roof or on the other side of a closed door smoke may not reach the smoke alarm in time to alert household members A smoke alarm will not promptly detect a fire EXCEPT in the area or room in which it is installed Interconnected smo...

Page 3: ...struction where more than one smoke detector is required by 2 2 1 they shall be so arranged that operation of any smoke detector shall cause the alarm in all smoke detectors within the dwelling to sound The NFPA 1993 Edition Appendix A further states The required number of smoke detectors may not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected...

Page 4: ...eep ing area If a bedroom area hallway is more than 30 feet long install a smoke alarm at each end If there is a basement Install a smoke alarm on the basement ceiling at the bottom of the stairwell Typical Two Story or Split Level Home Install a smoke alarm on the ceiling or wall inside each bedroom and in the hallway outside each sepa rate sleeping area If a bed room area hallway is more than 30...

Page 5: ...ics or attics which house electri cal equipment like furnaces air conditioners or heaters DO NOT install smoke alarm Near appliances or areas where normal combustion regularly occurs kitchens near furnaces hot water heaters Use specialized smoke alarms with unwanted alarm control for these areas In areas with high humidity like bathrooms or areas near dishwashers or washing machines install at lea...

Page 6: ...ull household wires through center hole of plate 4 Secure plate to junction box using mounting screws 5 With a small wire connector connect white wire from connec tor plug to white household wire 6 Connect black wire from connector plug to black household wire 7 If interconnection is desired connect yellow wire from connec tor to interconnect wire between smoke alarms See section Interconnecting S...

Page 7: ...e than 18 interconnected devices DO NOT connect to any other type or model smoke alarm Connect smoke alarms to a single AC branch circuit If local codes do not permit be sure the neutral wire is common to both phases LED INDICATOR S Models AD ADC and PAD feature two separate LED indicators Model FADC features one combined LED indicator The following section explains what condition the LED indicato...

Page 8: ...oke alarm You may ignite and damage the smoke alarm or your home Test smoke alarms weekly and upon returning from vacation or when no one has been in the household for several days Stand at arm s length from the smoke alarm when testing The alarm horn is loud to alert you to an emergency and can be harmful to hearing Test all smoke alarms weekly by doing the following 1 Observe the green LED A con...

Page 9: ... careful not to separate wire connections 4 Pull out power plug from back of smoke alarm 5 From back of smoke alarm lift tab to open battery pocket door 6 Remove battery from pocket Disconnect and discard drained battery from battery connector 7 Connect a fresh 9 volt battery to connector The battery will fit only one way Be sure battery connector is securely attached to battery terminals 8 Place ...

Page 10: ...smoke alarm PRACTICE FIRE SAFETY If the smoke alarm sounds its alarm horn and you have not pushed the test button it is warning of a dangerous situation Your immediate response is necessary To prepare for such occurrences develop family escape plans discuss them with ALL household members and practice them regularly Expose everyone to the sound of a smoke alarm and explain what the sound means Det...

Page 11: ... sound when button for at least system is tested three seconds after the first unit sounds The alarm sounds different The alarm is operating cor than I m used to It starts and rectly This alarm features stops the internationally recog nized horn signal for evacu ation The horn pattern is 3 short beeps followed by a 2 second pause and then repeats TROUBLESHOOTING DANGER Always turn off power at mai...

Page 12: ...9 volt bat tery when sold with Maple Chase smoke alarm provided that it is returned with postage prepaid and with proof of purchase date to Maple Chase Company This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident misuse or abuse or lack of reasonable care of the product This warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties obligations or liabilities THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABIL...

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