Universal Security Instruments MP316S Instructions Manual Download Page 9

Silent

Test/Silence

 Button Has

 Been Pressed

Blinks On in sync

with Horn

Off

HORN

ALARM AUDIBLE & VISUAL SIGNALS

New - Out

of Package

CONDITION

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE / OPERATIONAL SUMMARY

RECOMMENDATION

DC Power is 

Present

Silent

Blinks On once 

approx every

2 minutes

To activate the alarm, remove the pull tab. The alarm will sound 

one long beep to confirm it is powered up. Press the Test/Silence 

button. Test the alarm following installation and weekly thereafter. 

The built-in test switch accurately tests the alarm operation as 

required by ANSI/UL217 Standards for Safety. If, at any time, 

you test the alarm and it does not perform as described, replace 

it immediately.

Test the alarm following installation and weekly thereafter. 

The built-in test switch accurately tests the alarm operation 

as required by ANSI/UL217 Standards for Safety. If, at any 

time, the alarm does not perform as de scribed during the 

test, replace it immediately.

RED LED

3 beeps,

2 second pause

The alarm is operating properly.

Blinks On in sync

with Horn

Alarm Reset

 - Press and Hold the Test/Silence button for approximately 10-15 seconds and release. This will clear the Silence 

Feature and Alarm Origination.

THIS PRODUCT CONFORMS TO UL STANDARD 217 FOR SAFETY

Blinks On once

approx every

2 minutes

(normal operation

mode) or Blinks On 

once approx every

10 seconds

(silence mode)

Nuisance

Alarm

3 Beeps,

2 second pause,

Repeat

If there is no hazard present, verify the alarm is mounted 

in  the  correct  location  (see  User's  Manual,  "AVOID THESE 

LOCATIONS" section). Reset alarm as instructed below.

Alarm needs to

be reset due 

to varying 

conditions/

previous alarms

Low Battery

2 chirps

approx every

60 seconds

Deactivate alarm (see User's Manual "ALARM DEACTIVATION" 

section). Replace alarm immediately.

Blinks On once

approx every

2 minutes

Silent

3 Beeps,

2 second pause,

Repeat

Blinks On in sync

with Horn

If hazard is identified, please take all precautions if an alarm 

sounds by calling an Emergency Service and getting out of 

the home.

3 Beeps,

2 second pause,

Repeat

Silence Feature is activated by pressing and releasing the Test/

Silence button on the initiating alarm while in alarm condition. 

Silence mode will last for approx 10 minutes with the red LED 

blinking once approx. every 10 seconds.

Blinks On in sync

with Horn

Alarm has 

Sensed Smoke

Silent

(alarmed

previously)

QUICK FIND

®

 Alarm Origination - The QUICK FIND

®

 feature 

will allow you to locate the originating alarm (once the alarms 

have stopped sounding). To initiate QUICK FIND

®

, press the 

Test/Silence button on any alarm. After releasing the button, 

the originating alarm will continue to sound for approx 60 

seconds. It is necessary to test each alarm to determine the 

originating alarm.

Alarm has 

Previously

Sensed Smoke

To reset the alarm, hold the Test/Silence button for approx 

10-15 seconds and release. This will clear Alarm Origination. 

Reset alarm after every alarm event.

Blinks On once

approx every

2 minutes

(normal operation

mode) or Blinks On 

once approx every

10 seconds

(silence mode)

Originating

Smoke Alarm

Product

End-of-Service

Life Notification

2 chirps

approx every

60 seconds

Blinks On once

approx every

2 minutes

Deactivate alarm (see "ALARM DEACTIVATION" section in 

User's Manual). Replace alarm immediately.

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Sensor Trouble 

Signal 

3 Chirps approx 

every 60 seconds

Blinks on approx. 

every 2 minutes

Reset the alarm. If this does not clear the problem,  

replace alarm.

Summary of Contents for MP316S

Page 1: ...y 8 Warranty Back Cover READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for purchasing this smoke and fire alarm This tamper proof alarm does not require battery changes It has a permanent power sealed battery which will last for approximately 10 years This manual includes important information regarding where to install the alarm how to operate maintenance testing and product features It also includes tips and i...

Page 2: ...their lives and properties l SMOKE ALARMS CANNOT DETECT FIRES IF THE SMOKE DOES NOT REACH THEM Smoke from fires may not reach the sensing chamber and set off the alarm One alarm should be installed inside each bedroom or sleeping area Do not obstruct airflow around the smoke alarm or place in areas of obstructed airflow l BEAWARE OF VARIOUS SITUATIONSAGAINST WHICH THE SMOKEALARM MAY NOT BE EFFECTI...

Page 3: ... or smoke detectors mounted on a sloped ceiling having a rise greater than 1 ft in 8 ft 1 m in 8 m horizontally shall be located within 36 in 914 mm of the high side of the ceiling but not closer than 4 in 102 mm from the adjoining wall surface Tray Shaped Ceilings Smoke Alarms or smoke detectors shall be installed on the highest portion of the ceiling or on the sloped portion of the ceiling withi...

Page 4: ... If the battery is dead the alarm cannot operate The sealed battery cannot be replaced Failure to properly install and activate this alarm will prevent proper operation of this alarm and will prevent its response to fire hazards Test the alarm following installation and weekly thereafter The built in test switch accurately tests the alarm operation as required by ANSI UL217 Standards for Safety If...

Page 5: ...t button should sound the alarm immediately after it is pressed There are special conditions that when you press the Test Silence button you will experience a delay of approx 10 15 seconds before the alarm sounds This delay occurs if the Test Silence button is pressed during a self diagnostic period This may occur after initial power up Retest after 10 15 seconds ALARM ORIGINATION The QUICK FIND f...

Page 6: ...g properly Clean this alarm at least once a month to remove dust dirt insects and debris Using a soft brush or wand attachment to a vacuum cleaner vacuum all sides and cover of smoke alarm Be sure all the vents are free of debris DO NOT use spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the alarm DO NOT paint the alarm Doing so may permanently damage the alarm and interfere with ala...

Page 7: ...ly approximately 3 4 turn 6 This will discharge the alarm battery and stop the alarm chirping after approximately one minute The alarm is now safe for disposal 7 The deactivation key cannot be removed and the alarm cannot be attached to the bracket 8 Be sure to install a new alarm Once this alarm has been deactivated The alarm cannot be reactivated The alarm cannot be reattached to the bracket The...

Page 8: ...veryone is there o Call the fire department from your neighbor s home not from yours o Don t return to your home until fire officials say that it is all right to do so NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION REQUIRED INFORMATION For your information the National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 72 reads as follows 11 5 1 Required Detection Where required by applicable laws codes or standards for a specific type ...

Page 9: ...nditions previous alarms Low Battery 2 chirps approx every 60 seconds Deactivate alarm see User s Manual ALARM DEACTIVATION section Replace alarm immediately Blinks On once approx every 2 minutes Silent 3 Beeps 2 second pause Repeat Blinks On in sync with Horn If hazard is identified please take all precautions if an alarm sounds by calling an Emergency Service and getting out of the home 3 Beeps ...

Page 10: ...t at 800 390 4321 extension 238 to obtain the current postage and handling fees 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 such law otherwise provides USI specifically ...

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