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 generat-
ed 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.
Model i12060A has a “HUSH” feature that is extremely useful in a kitchen area
or other areas prone to nuisance alarms. For more information, refer to Section
4 OPERATION AND TESTING.
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/TROUBLESHOOTING
ALARM REMOVAL
IF SMOKE ALARM TAMPER RESIST FEATURE HAS BEEN ACTIVATED, REFER
TO SMOKE ALARM TAMPER RESIST FEATURE IN SECTION 3 FOR REMOVAL
INSTRUCTIONS.
To remove the alarm from the trim ring, rotate the alarm counter clockwise in the
direction of the "OFF" arrow on the cover. To disconnect the A.C. power harness,
squeeze the locking arms on the sides of the Quick Connector while pulling the
connector away from the bottom of the alarm (see Section 3, Figure 7).
BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
Note: If battery carrier tamper resist feature has been activated it will need to
be deactivated in order to change the battery. Refer to section 3 “Battery
Carrier Tamper Resist Feature” for instructions.
To replace or install the batteries press down on the battery carrier and then
release to allow the carrier to pop open. The battery can then be pulled out of
the carrier. When installing a new battery into the carrier, make sure the battery
terminals are exposed and that the polarity matches the markings printed on the
battery carrier. Completely press the battery carrier down into the alarm and
release, the battery carrier will lock into the closed position.
A missing or improperly installed battery will prevent the battery carrier from
closing and result in improper alarm operation.
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