Document NO.:RD-517-39-001
Version: B 2017.02.14
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NOTE:
Dense smoke will override the alarm silence and
sound a continuous alarm.
CAUTION:
Before using the alarm silence (hush), identify
the source of the smoke and be certain a safe condition exists.
DANGER:
If the alarm sounds, and it is not being tested, it
means the unit is sensing smoke,
THE SOUND OF THE
ALARM REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AND
ACTION.
Maintenance and Cleaning:
In addition to weekly testing, cleaning to remove dust, dirt,
and debris at least once a month is highly recommended.
Always turn off the power before cleaning.
Use a vacuum cleaner with the soft brush, vacuum all sides
and covers of the smoke alarm. Be sure all the vents are free
of debris. Use a damp cloth to clean the alarm’s cover.
This smoke alarm uses a 9 volt battery. A fresh battery should
last for at least one year under normal operate conditions.
This alarm has a low battery monitor which will cause the
alarm to “chirp” and at the same time the red LED will flash
approx every 32 seconds for a minimum of thirty days when
the battery gets low. Replace the battery as soon as possible
when this condition occurs. Please refer to “
REPLACE
BATTERY”.
IMPORTANT:
Do not attempt to remove the cover to clean
inside. This will affect warranty.
Repair:
Caution: Do not attempt to repair the alarm. It will affect
your warranty.
If the alarm is not operating properly, and is still under
warranty, return it to the original place of purchase. Pack it in
a well-padded carton, and ship to the original place of
purchase. If the alarm is no longer under warranty, replace
it immediately with a comparable alarm.
Trouble shooting:
WARING:
Do not disconnect power to silence an unwanted
alarm. This will remove your protection. Fan the air or open a
window to remove smoke or dust.
Problem
Cause and Remedy
The green LED does
not light when AC
power is connected.
1. Check that the AC QUICK
CONNECTOR is properly connect
to the smoke alarm.
2. If the problem still exists, please
return to your retailer.
3. If the unit is out of warranty,
please replace another new alarm.
Smoke alarm does not
sound when tested.
NOTE:
Push
test
button for at least five
seconds while testing.
1. Ensure that the battery and
the AC QUICK CONNECTOR
are properly connected.
2. Clean smoke alarm.
3. If there are still failures during
warranty, you can return the alarm
to your retailer.
4. If the unit is out of warranty
，
please replace another new alarm
The
alarm
chirp
occurs every about
approx 32 seconds
，
at
the same time as the
red LED flash once
1.
The battery is in low battery
status, please replace battery, and
refer to “replace battery” section.
Smoke alarm chirp
occurs every approx
32 seconds
（
alarm
goes
into
fault
mode
）
.
Out of Warranty
1. Clean smoke alarm. Please refer
to
the
“maintenance
and
cleaning” section.
2. Replace the defective smoke
alarm if the problem still persists.
Smoke alarm sounds
unwanted
alarms
intermittently
or
when residents are
cooking,
taking
showers, etc.
1. Press test button to pause alarm.
2. Clean smoke alarm. Please refer
to
the
“maintenance
and
cleaning” section.
3. Move smoke alarm device to new
location further from the cooking
source or bathroom and press test
button to verify operation.
The alarm sound is
different than normal.
It starts and stops.
1. Clean smoke alarm. Please refer
to the “maintenance and cleaning”
section.
2.If there are still failures during
warranty, you can return to your
retailer.
3. If the unit is out of warranty
，
please replace another new alarm.
Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape:
•
Install and maintain fire extinguishers on every level of the
home and in the basement and garage. Know how to use a
fire extinguisher prior to an emergency.
•
Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at
least two escape routes from each room. Second story
windows may need a rope or chain ladder.
•
Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan,
showing everyone what to do in case of fire.
•
Determine a place outside your home where you all can
