and will flash every 30 - 40 seconds to indicate that the smoke
alarm is receiving power.
TESTING: Test by pushing the test button on the cover and holding
it down for a minimum of 5 seconds. This will sound the alarm if
the electronic circuitry, horn, and battery are working. If no alarm
sounds, the unit has defective batteries or other failure. DO NOT
use an open flame to test your alarm, you could damage the
alarm or ignite combustible materials and start a structure fire.
TEST THE ALARM WEEKLY TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION. Erratic
or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a defective
alarm, and it should be returned for service (see section 12).
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED.
5. NUISANCE ALARMS
Smoke alarms are designed to minimize nuisance alarms.
Cigarette smoke will not normally set off the alarm, unless the
smoke is blown directly into the alarm. Combustion particles from
cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the
cooking area. Large quantities of combustible particles are gener-
ated from spills or when broiling. Using the fan on a range hood
which vents to the outside (non-recirculating type) will also help
remove these combustible products from the kitchen.
If the 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 in section 2 may have caused the
alarm.
6. MAINTENANCE
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
To replace the battery, remove the alarm from the mounting plate
by rotating the alarm in the direction of the “OFF” arrow on the
cover (see figure 7).
The Model 0914 Smoke Alarm is powered by a 9V carbon zinc
battery (alkaline and lithium batteries may also be used). A fresh
battery should last for one year under normal operating condi-
tions. This alarm has a low battery monitor circuit which will
cause the alarm to “chirp” approximately every 30 - 40 seconds
for a minimum of seven (7) days when the battery gets low.
Replace the battery when this condition occurs.
