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MODEL USI-2430
HEAT ALARM

120 VAC WITH
9V BATTERY BACKUP

OWNER'S MANUAL

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HEAT ALARMS

FEATURES

This heat alarm is powered by 120 VAC and a 9 Volt battery backup source. AC/
DC heat alarms offer added protection in the event of a power failure or a drained
battery.

This heat alarm can be interconnected with as many as 12 other USI alarms
(Models USI-1103, USI-1203, USI-1204, USI-1208, USI-1209, USI-1213, USI-3204,
USI-5204 and 6 other units which may be a combination of Carbon Monoxide
Alarms such as USI-7385, USI-7390, USI-7485, USI-7490 and USI-7795, USI-
2430 Heat Alarms or USI-960 Relay Modules, for a total of not more than 18
interconnected devices.

This heat alarm will not attach to the mounting ring if a battery is not in the battery
chamber.

This heat alarm will sound a short beep about once a minute if the battery is weak
or improperly connected.

The green LED indicates that the heat alarm is receiving AC power and is working
under normal operation.

A loud 85 decibels at 10 feet alarm horn will sound to alert you of an emergency.

The test button checks heat alarm operation.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number

HD-130

Electrical Rating

120 VAC, 60 Hz, 50 mA maximum, 9 Volt
battery backup

Interconnect

18 units maximum

Interconnect with

Up to 5 USI heat alarms or relay modules and
up to 12 USI smoke alarm models

UL Temperature Rating

135

o

F (57

o

C) fixed temperature

UL Maximum Ambient Temperature

100

o

F

at Unit

Operating Temperature

-10

o

F to 158

o

F (-23

o

C to 70

o

C)

UL Recommended Coverage

2500 square feet

UL Recommended Spacing

50 feet

Maximum Distance from Wall

25 feet

Heat alarms are not life safety devices and are not designed to detect
smoke or fire. They are intended to detect temperatures of 135

o

F to

provide an additional source of information that is supplemental to
smoke alarms to increase the probability that an early warning will
be provided to increase chances of life and property safety.

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Installer: Please leave this manual with the product.

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Summary of Contents for HD-130

Page 1: ...larm is receiving AC power and is working under normal operation A loud 85 decibels at 10 feet alarm horn will sound to alert you of an emergency The test button checks heat alarm operation SPECIFICATIONS Model Number HD 130 Electrical Rating 120 VAC 60 Hz 50 mA maximum 9 Volt battery backup Interconnect 18 units maximum Interconnect with Upto5USIheatalarmsorrelaymodulesand up to 12 USI smoke alar...

Page 2: ... outdoor or indoor noise sound sleepers drug or alcohol use the hearing impaired etc If you suspect that your heat alarm or smoke alarm may not alert a household member install and maintain specialty smoke alarms Household members must hear the alarm s warning sound and quickly respond to it to reduce the risk of damage injury or death that may result from fire This heat alarm cannot be interconne...

Page 3: ...roof and is not warranted to protect lives or property Heat alarms are not a substitute for insurance Homeowners and renters should insure their lives and property In addition it is possible for the heat alarm to fail at any time HEAT ALARM PLACEMENT Heat alarms give an audible warning when the temperature at the alarm reaches 135o F Heat alarms are ideal for kitchens garages basements boiler room...

Page 4: ...able The required number of smoke detectors might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required smoke detectors For this reason it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional smoke detectors for those areas for increased protection The additional areas include the basement bedrooms dining room furna...

Page 5: ...ooth ceiling spacing reduced to no more than half of the listed spacing when measured at right angles to a solid joist DO NOT INSTALL HEATALARMS In areas with high humidity like bathrooms shower rooms or areas near dishwashers or washing machines Install at least 10 feet 3m away from these areas if possible Near air returns or heating and cooling supply vents fans decorative objects window molding...

Page 6: ... a pair of long nose pliers Using the long nose pliers pull the pin out of the hole It is now possible to remove the heat alarm from the mounting ring 1 Turn the heat alarm counterclockwise to remove it from the mounting ring NOTE The heat alarm is sealed and the cover is not removable Your heat alarm is also equipped with a safety device which prevents mounting unless a battery is installed If yo...

Page 7: ...l supply hardware stores The wiring to be used shall be in accordance with the provisions of Articles 210 and 300 3 B of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 In addition the resistance of the interconnecting wiring shall be a maximum of 10 Ohms Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows A smo...

Page 8: ... a defective battery or other failure NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit You might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home The built in test switch accurately tests the unit s operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL BACKUP BATTERY REPLACEMENT Disconnect AC power before changing battery Shock hazard exists if AC power is miswired The heat ala...

Page 9: ... You may not be able to reach your children It is important they know what to do WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS o Leave immediately by your plan of escape Every second counts so don t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables o In leaving don t open any inside door without first feeling its surface If hot or if you see smoke seeping through cracks don t open that door Instead use your a...

Page 10: ...over the costs of return postage and handling You must include a proof of purchase receipt along with the returned product USI DOES NOT WARRANT AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN NO IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT CREATED BY STATE LAW SHALL EXTEND BEYOND THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY UNLESS SU...

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