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HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM
THE PARTS OF THIS SMOKE ALARM
FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS!
INSTALL THE MOUNTING BRACKET:
1. Locate the mounting bracket and find the two keyhole shaped
slots marked “RPON” and “FGHI.”
2. Place the bracket on the wall or ceiling where you want to mount
the alarm.
3. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) and trace
around the inside of the two keyhole slots labeled “RPON” and
“FGHI”. (Fig. 1)
4. Make a mark inside each outline for the drill holes. Line one mark
up with the letter “P” in the slot labeled “RPON,” and the other
with the letter “H” in the slot marked “FGHI. This will help line your
screws up correctly and make it easier to attach the mounting
bracket. (Fig. 2)
5. Using a 3/16-inch (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through each pencil
mark.
6. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws)
into the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if
necessary, until they are flush with the ceiling or wall.
7. Tighten the screws (provided) into the screw anchors, then loosen
them 2 turns.
8. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling or wall so the large
end of slot “RPON” slides over the mounting screw. Line the screw
head up with the letter “P” printed on the bracket (in the narrow
end of the keyhole slot). You will notice the bracket may not fit over
the second screw. This is normal.
9. Rotate the mounting bracket (to the right) until it fits around the
second screw head. Then move the bracket so the second screw
lines up with the “H” printed on the bracket.
10. Tighten both screws all the way.
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Cover
1. Clear test button
2. Blue “Push To Silence” button
Parts
1. Mounting bracket
2. Keyhole Shaped Mounting Slot “RPON”
3. Keyhole Shaped Mounting Slot “FGHI”
4. Alignment Arrow On Mounting Bracket
5. Raised Activation Tab
6. Deactivation Tab (located under label)
7. Alignment Tab On Alarm
8. Turn to attach to bracket
9. Turn this way to remove from bracket
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
ACTIVATE THE POWER CELLS:
You must activate the power cells before attaching the Smoke
Alarm to the bracket.
1. Find the raised tab on the
bottom of the alarm.
2. Insert a large coin or screwdriver
in the slot. Turn clockwise (to the
right) 1/2 turn until the tab comes
out. This activates the power
cells.If you have trouble activating
the unit, call Customer Service
Department at 01275 845024 for
assistance.
NOTE:
You may hear a “beep” when you remove the activation
tab. This indicates the power cells have been activated correctly,
but you must still test the unit using the test button to make sure
it is working properly.
3. Test the Smoke Alarm. Press and hold the test button on the
cover of the unit for 5-20 seconds, or until the alarm sounds (the
unit may continue to alarm for a few seconds after you release
the button).
During testing you will hear a loud, continuous
horn pattern.
If the unit does not alarm during testing, call the
Customer Service Department for assistance.
ATTACH SMOKE ALARM TO MOUNTING BRACKET
1. Line up the alignment tab on the unit with the alignment tab on
the mounting bracket. Push the unit toward the bracket, and turn
it clockwise until you feel it snap into place.
2. Test the unit again. Press the clear test button 5-20 seconds until
the horn begins sounding.
During testing you will hear a loud,
continuous horn pattern.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:
This unit is designed to be mounted on the ceiling,
or on the wall if necessary.
• Pencil
• Drill with 3/16” (5 mm)
drill bit
• Standard/flathead
screwdriver
• Hammer
WEEKLY TESTING
NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You might
accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home.
The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit’s operation as
required by British Standards (BSI). If you choose to use an aerosol
smoke product to test the Smoke Alarm, be certain to use one that
has been certified to British Safety Standards, and use it only as
directed. Use of non-BSI certified products or improper use of BSI
certified products may affect the Smoke Alarm’s sensitivity.
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is work-
ing properly.
Using the test button is the recommended way to test this
Smoke Alarm. Press and hold the test button on the cover of the unit
until the alarm continuously sounds (the unit may continue to alarm for a
few seconds after you release the button). If it does not alarm, make
sure the unit is receiving power and test it again. If it still does not alarm,
replace it immediately. During testing you will hear a loud, continuous
horn pattern.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
This unit has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible, but
there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.
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Test it at least once a week.
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Clean the Smoke Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum off
any dust using your household vacuum’s soft brush attachment.
Never use water, cleaners or solvents since they may damage the
unit.
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Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See
“Locations to Avoid For Smoke Alarms” for details.
When the power cells become weak, the Smoke Alarm unit will “chirp”
about once a minute (the low power warning). This low power warning
should last for 30 days, but you should replace the Smoke Alarm imme-
diately to continue your protection. (To make sure you are truly hearing
the low power warning and not the reminder for the Silence Feature,
wait at least 30 minutes before deactivating the Smoke Alarm.)
