Firex FADCM Manual Download

Page: 1 / 10

110-1124

SERIES 12000 IONIZATION SMOKE /
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

MODEL FADCM: 120 V AC WITH 9V BATTERY BACK-UP

MODEL FADCM-B: DC ONLY WITH 9V BATTERY

MODEL GCM: 120 V AC ONLY

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS ENTIRE MANUAL

Installer: Please leave this manual with the product

Electrical rating Models FADCM and GCM:
120V AC, 60Hz, 0.06amp
Model FADCM includes 9V battery back-up
Model FADCM-B includes 9V battery
Single or multiple station Smoke/CO alarm

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About This Combination Alarm  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Specifications and Important Product Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Where to Install This Smoke/CO Alarm  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
How To Install This Smoke/CO Alarm  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

1. Battery Power (DC) and DC Interconnect  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2. Installing an AC With Battery Back-Up Alarm  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
3. Interconnecting AC Only and AC/DC Alarms  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

4. Installing as Replacements with Interconnected Legacy Firex Alarms . . . . .5

If the Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Chart : Understanding the LED Lights and Horn Patterns  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 & 8
Troubleshooting the CO Alarm  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 & 8
Important Safety Information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Symptoms of CO Poisoning and sources of CO in the home

Testing and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Service and Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

About this Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm:

This combination Smoke/CO alarm is designed to detect smoke and carbon monox-
ide gas. It is NOT designed to detect fire or any other type of gas.

If this Smoke/CO

alarm sounds its alarm horn, DO NOT assume that it is a false alarm. The alarm
horn requires your immediate action

WARNING

Individuals with medical problems may consider using warning devices which provide
audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30ppm.

SPECIFICATIONS AND IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION

Product Features

•

Monthly Self-Test:

Approximately every 30 days this alarm performs a silent

internal system test to verify sensor operation utilizing

True Gas Testing

True

Gas Testing

verifies that the CO sensor is nearing the end of its service life.

Traditional CO alarms test the sensor by simulating an alarm condition electrically.
This is the first CO sensor that runs a diagnostic test by generating a very small
and harmless amount of hydrogen gas. If the sensor is working properly, it WILL
NOT chirp. If the alarm chirps during the monthly self-testing, it is indicating a
problem with the unit. Refer to the charts on pages 6 and 7 for the appropriate
actions to take should this occur.

You must still test the alarm weekly to verify

proper horn operation.

•

Trigger Alarm Locator™ (TAL™):

Most interconnect tests trigger all alarm horns

simultaneously for the duration of the test. This unique system alternates between
a 10 second ALL ON cycle and a 50 second cycle where only the initiating alarm
is sounding.

•

Alarm Controlled Interconnect Test:

In an interconnected system, this feature

will alarm the local unit first, then quiet the local unit while the remote units alarm.

•

Smart Quiet™ Low Battery 1:

Allows the homeowners to silence the low battery

chirp for up to 10 hours, giving them time to go back to sleep and/or purchase a
fresh replacement battery.

•

Smart Quiet™ Low Battery 2:

Indicates the battery no longer has enough volt-

age to adequately protect in the event of a power outage or a battery-only instal-
lation. The Smart Quiet™ feature will no longer silence the chirp. THE BATTERY
MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY.

Required Power Supply

• Model FADCM requires constant 120-volt, AC power AND/OR a working 9-volt battery

to operate properly. The alarms WILL NOT work if AC power is not connected or has
failed or been interrupted for any reason (AND in the case of FADCM and FADCM-B,
the battery is removed, drained or improperly connected). DO NOT use any other kind
of battery except as specified in this manual.

• Model GCM requires constant 120-volt AC power to operate properly.

• You may operate Models FADCM and FADCM-B on battery power only. Having only

one source of power is less reliable than having two different power sources. If the bat-
tery is too weak to power the alarm, or is removed from the alarm, the alarm will not
protect you from hazardous conditions within your home. Make sure a battery-only
installation complies with your local codes and regulations. Check with your local fire
department or building code enforcement department if you are unsure of rules.

NOTE:

AC/DC alarms offer added protection in the event of a power failure or a

drained battery.

The following symbols identify the most important safety messages in

this manual.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

When you see this symbol, be aware that if the

message is ignored, the hazard WILL result in
SEVERE bodily injury or death.

When you see this symbol, be aware that if the

message is ignored, the hazard CAN cause
SEVERE bodily injury or death.