Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
Smoke alarm does not
sound when tested.
NOTE: Push and hold
test button for at least
five (5) seconds while
testing.
1. Check that AC power is turned
on.Green LED should be illuminated.
2. Check that battery is installed correctly
Single chirp about once
every 40 seconds
Smoke alarm sounds
unwanted alarms for
example when residents
are cooking, taking
showers, etc.
Interconnected smoke
alarms do not sound
when system is tested.
3 chirps every 40
seconds
1. Before 10 years of operation: unit is in
fault mode. See Section 11 Cleaning
Your Alarm. If fault continues, contact
customer service.
2. After 10 years of operation: end of
life warning. Alarm must be replaced
(REPLACE IMMEDIATELY!)
NOTE: Contact Customer Service at 1800 672 171, if your alarm
does not seem to operate correctly.
Turn off AC power and replace battery.
See “page 15: Battery Replacement”.
Relocate the smoke alarm to a new
location using a licensed electrician
See “page 8: Installation Instructions”
and “page 7: Locations to Avoid”.
1. Press and hold button for at least
5 seconds after the initiating unit
sounds.
2. Engage a licensed electrician to verify
the interconnect wiring. See “Section
5 Wiring instructions”.
15
as shown in page 15.
