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Conforms to

  

UL Std. 217

 

8th Edition

Helps Reduce Cooking Nuisance Alarms

®

MODEL AMIC1510S 

Multi-Criteria Single/Multiple Station Smoke Alarm 
& Carbon Monoxide Alarm

Universal Sensing Plus

® 

3-in-1 Smoke & Fire & Carbon  

Monoxide Alarm with 10 Year Tamper 

Proof, Permanent Power, Lithium-Free, 

Sealed Battery Backup

THANK YOU for purchasing this 3-in-1 Smoke + Fire + Carbon Monoxide Smart 

Alarm. This alarm contains a 10 year permanent power lithium free sealed battery 

to provide continuous protection — even in the event of a power outage. The 

sealed battery will last for approximately 10 years from the date of activation. 

This manual includes important information regarding where to install the alarm, 

how to operate, maintenance, testing and product features. It also includes tips 

and information which could help protect you and your family. This alarm detects 

products of combustion using a multi-criteria smoke & fire sensor.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PAGE

Alarm Technology & Key Product Features

 ....................................................2 

Alarm Limitations and Functions

 .....................................................................2 

Installation Instructions

 .....................................................................................3 

Where This Alarm Should Be Installed ..........................................................3

Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed ...................................................5 

Mounting Instructions ....................................................................................6

Tamper Resistant (Alarm) Locking Feature ...................................................6

Wiring Instructions .........................................................................................7

Stand Alone Alarm Installations ....................................................................7 

Interconnected Alarm Installations ...............................................................8 

Interconnection & Compatibility ...................................................................9

Industry & Agency Recommendations

 .........................................................10 

Alarm Operation

 ................................................................................................10 

Normal Operation ........................................................................................10

Trouble Signal ...............................................................................................11

Alarm Reset ...................................................................................................11

Quick Find

®

 Alarm Origination ....................................................................11

Silence Feature  .............................................................................................11

Testing Instructions .......................................................................................12

Alarm & Battery Deactivation

 ........................................................................12 

What To Do If Alarm Sounds—Carbon Monoxide Detected

 ....................13

What You Should Know about Carbon Monoxide .....................................13

Symptoms of CO ...........................................................................................13 

Required CO Alarm Levels ............................................................................14 

Response to CO Alarm Sounding .................................................................14 

Potential Sources of CO ................................................................................14

What To Do If Alarm Sounds—Smoke Detected

 .........................................15

How Can I Protect My Family from Fire ......................................................15 

Develop An Escape Plan ...............................................................................15 

Quick Reference Guide

Troubleshooting Information ......................................................................16

Warranty

 ..............................................................................................................18 

Alarm Returns ...............................................................................................18 

Repairs and Service .......................................................................................18 

Regular Maintenance ...................................................................................18

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

This smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of a radioactive  

element in the ionization chamber. Do not tamper with radioactive 

sealed source or try to repair the smoke alarm yourself.

288-3647-00

©2020 UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC., Rev. 05/2020 CD

Printed in China

Summary of Contents for Sensing Plus AMIC1510S

Page 1: ...s 3 Where This Alarm Should Be Installed 3 Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed 5 Mounting Instructions 6 Tamper Resistant Alarm Locking Feature 6 Wiring Instructions 7 Stand Alone Alarm Installat...

Page 2: ...f polyure thane foam in both slow smoldering fast flaming fires resistance to false alarms from cooking and it passes the tests for immunity to high voltage current surges ALARM LIMITATIONS AND FUNCTI...

Page 3: ...immediately if it is not operating properly If the self diagnostic test reveals a malfunction the service signal will warn it is time to replace the alarm Alarms should always be replaced after 10 ye...

Page 4: ...unting the alarm on a wall if local codes allow use an inside wall with the top edge of the smoke alarm up to a maximum of 12 30 5cm below the ceiling wall intersections See Diagram A Existing Homes T...

Page 5: ...fans heat vents air conditioners fresh air returns or open windows Blowing air may prevent smoke or CO gas from reaching the sensors In extremely dusty dirty or greasy areas Installation in these are...

Page 6: ...larm by holding the mounting bracket and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the TWIST TO REMOVE arrow on the top of the alarm base 4 Attach the mounting bracket to the electrical junctio...

Page 7: ...proper wiring to the AC connector will cause failure to operate damage to the alarm or shock hazard and will lead to a non functioning alarm Never connect the hot or neutral wires to the yellow interc...

Page 8: ...be turned off without permanent deactivation The alarm will remain on for approximately ten years 2 Turn off AC power to the circuit before wiring the AC quick connector 3 There are three pigtail wir...

Page 9: ...es i e as many as 11 other USI Electric or Universal Security Instruments model smoke alarms or combination smoke and carbon monoxide or smoke and carbon monoxide natural gas alarms 6 other initiating...

Page 10: ...n accordance with the National Fire Protection Association s Standard 72 National Fire Code For additional information contact National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 0216...

Page 11: ...the alarm origination Be sure to reset alarms after every alarm event QUICK FIND ALARM ORIGINATION FEATURE To quickly identify the originating alarm the first alarm to sound in an interconnected syst...

Page 12: ...me CAUTION Continuous exposure to the high sound level of this alarm over an extended period of time may cause hearing loss Due to the loudness we suggest that you place your fingers over the sounder...

Page 13: ...AT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CO Carbon monoxide CO is an insidious poison It is a colorless odorless tasteless gas It is a cumulative poison Even low levels of CO have been shown to cause brain and other...

Page 14: ...anufacturers instructions or contact the manufacturer s directly for more information about CO safety and this equipment Make sure that motor vehicles are not and have not been operating in an attache...

Page 15: ...Check the color of the flame on the burner and pilot lights to ensure they are burning properly They should be blue If the flame is orange or yellow it is a sign the fuel is not burning completely and...

Page 16: ...rm following installation and weekly thereafter The built in test switch accurately tests the alarm operation as required byANSI UL217 and UL2034 Standards for Safety If at any time the alarm does not...

Page 17: ...ce the alarms have stopped sounding 1 Press and release the Test button on any alarm After releasing the button the test sequence on this alarm will begin and last approximately 5 20 seconds 2 Once th...

Page 18: ...limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you No agent representative dealer or employee of the company has the authority to increase or...

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