6. Installation / Activation Instructions
• NOTE:
This alarm is not compatible with Kidde CO-relays and
Strobes manufactured before Nov. 1, 2011.
• Figure 3 illustrates interconnection wiring. Improper connection may
result in damage to the alarm, failure to operate, or a shock hazard.
• Make certain alarms are wired to a continuous (non-switched)
power line.
NOTE: Use standard CSA Listed household wire (as
required by local codes) available at all electrical supply stores
and most hardware stores.
• After selecting the proper location for your Smoke/CO/Strobe Alarm,
as described in RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS, and wiring the AC
Quick Connect Harness as described in the WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
(NOTE: AC power should be turned off at this stage), attach
the mounting bracket to the electrical box. To ensure aesthetic
alignment of the alarm with the hallway, or wall, the “A” line on
the mounting bracket must be parallel with the hallway when ceiling
mounted, or horizontal when wall mounted.
Activating The Alarm
1.
After installation of the mounting bracket, attach the
AC quick connect harness to the unit.
•
If AC power is on at this time, the unit will chirp once to signal
that power has been applied, and a voice message will prompt
you to push the test button.
•
If AC power is on at this time, confirm the green LED is on
constant.
2.
Rotate the unit fully onto the mounting bracket, which will
automatically activate the backup battery.
•
NOTE:
Attaching AC power first, without using the mounting
bracket, will result in a low battery chirp, and voice message
“Low Battery. Pile Faible.” because the battery backup has
not been activated. Attach unit to mounting bracket very soon
after applying AC power to avoid false low battery notification.
•
NOTE:
The battery activation is a one-time feature. After
activation, the battery cannot be turned off, and can only be
discharged at the end of product life. If the alarm is removed
from the mounting plate, the backup battery will remain
active. See Section 11: Discharging / Killing The Battery.
The alarm is now activated!
After installation/activation, test your
alarm as described in Operation and Testing section.
