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Testing and Using the Alarm
The smoke alarm is operating once fresh batteries are installed
and testing is complete. When the smoke alarm ionization
chamber senses combustion particles, the horn will sound a loud
(85 decibels) temporal alarm until the sensing chamber is cleared of
smoke particles.
The test button has four purposes. It tests the unit’s electronics,
resets the alarm, activates the Smoke Alarm Silent Mode feature
(See page 24), and activates the Peak Level Memory.
CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm,
always stand an arm’s length away from the unit when
testing.
When testing, ensure that all units activate in response to a
push to test from another unit. This will verify that changes in
your environment (i.e., moved furniture, addition of electronic
appliances) have not adversely affected the operation of your
wireless system.
Remote Push to Test: Test your Kidde alarm system by activating the
test button on any Kidde alarm for a minimum of five seconds, or
until all of the interconnected alarms sound. When the other alarms
respond, this verifies that both the alarms and the interconnect
system are functioning properly.
It may take up to 12 seconds for your wireless interconnected
alarms to enter alarm mode in response to a remote push
to test.
If the alarm does not sound, the unit may have defective batteries
or other failure and you should call Kidde customer service at
1-800-880-6788. If other interconnected alarms do not produce an
alarm, see the Troubleshooting Guide.
DO NOT
use an open flame to test your alarm; you could damage
the alarm or ignite combustible materials and start a structure fire.
Erratic or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a
defective alarm, and it should be returned for service.
To test:
Press and hold the test/reset button until you hear three
long beeps, “Fire! Feu!” repeated twice, followed by 4 quick beeps,
“Warning, Carbon Monoxide! Monoxyde de carbone!” repeated twice.