3. Installation Instructions
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
This unit is sealed. The cover is not removable!
1. Remove the mounting plate from the back of the alarm by holding the
mounting plate and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the
“OFF” arrow on the alarm cover.
2. To insure aesthetic alignment of the alarm with the hallway or wall, the
“A” line on the mounting plate should be parallel with the hallway when
ceiling mounting or horizontal when wall mounting.
3. After selecting the proper smoke alarm location as described in section 1,
attach the mounting plate to the ceiling as shown in figure 5. For wall
mounting see figure 6. Place mounting plate on the wall as described in
the mounting illustrations. Use the screws and anchors provided to
secure the mounting plate (use 3/16” drill bit for anchor holes).
4. Battery installation instructions are provided on the inside of the battery
door. To ensure proper installation of the smoke alarm battery, follow
the instructions.
5. When installing the battery, press the battery reminder finger down into
the battery compartment and install the battery
CAUTION! IF THE BATTERY REMINDER FINGER IS NOT HELD
DOWN IN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT BY THE BATTERY,
THE UNIT WILL NOT ATTACH TO THE MOUNTING BRACKET.
6. Alignment marks are provided on the edge of the trim plate and the
alarm. After installing the mounting plate, place the alarm on the
mounting plate with the alignment marks lined up. Twist the alarm in the
direction indicated by the “ON” arrow on the alarm cover (see figure 8)
until it locks in place.
7. After installation, test your alarm by depressing and holding down the
test button for at least 5 seconds. This should sound the alarm.
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