Testing the Sensor
NOTE
: Before testing, notify the central station that the smoke
detector system is undergoing maintenance, in order to prevent
unwanted alarms.
Detectors must be tested after installation and following periodic
maintenance. The SD may be tested as follows:
A. Test Switch
1. A recessed test switch is located on the detector housing.
2. Push and hold the recessed test switch for a minimum of 5
seconds. Use a small screwdriver or Allen key with maximum
diameter of 0.18 inch (the alarm panel will trigger and
then the smoke detector will go into alarm. If the tool is
removed from the recessed switch the sounder will shut off.)
If the detector is within the listed sensitivity limits, the LED on the
detector should blink once per second and the horn should sound
within 3 seconds.
B. Smoke Entry Test
Hold a smoldering punk stick or cotton wick at the side of the
detector and gently blow smoke through the detector until the unit
alarms. Canned aerosol is also an acceptable method.
Testing Signal Strength
NOTE
: Remove battery tab before installation.
A test should be performed before installation to determine a
strong communication path with the control panel and after
installation is complete. Also, the owner/user should test the unit
at least weekly.
Maintenance
NOTE
: Before performing maintenance on the detector, notify
the proper authorities and the central station that maintenance
is being performed and the system will be temporarily out of
service.
Disable the zone or system undergoing maintenance to prevent
any unwanted alarms.
Power must be removed from the detector before performing
maintenance of any kind by removing the detector’s battery.
1. To ensure proper power-down sequence, battery must be
removed from detector for a minimum of 20 seconds before
removing chamber top.
2. Remove the detector cover by turning counterclockwise.
3. Vacuum the cover or use canned air to remove any dust or
debris.
4. Remove the top half of the screen/sensing chamber by lifting
straight up (Figure 5).
5. Vacuum or use canned air to remove any dust or particles
that are present on all chamber sections.
6. Replace the top half of the screen/sensing chamber
by aligning the arrow on the screen/sensing chamber
with the arrow on the housing. Press down firmly until
the screen/sensing chamber is fully seated.
7. Replace the detector cover by placing it over the screen/
sensing chamber and turning it clockwise until it snaps into
place.
8. Reinstall the battery into the battery compartment noting
proper orientation.
9. Reinstall the detector and test. (See the Testing section.)
10. Notify the central station when the system is back in service.
Specifications
Power Source: One 3-volt CR123A Lithium Batteries (included).
(Replace with Duracell DL123A, Panasonic CR123A)
Height: 2.3 inches (58 mm)
Diameter: 5.3 inches (135 mm) with mounting base
Weight: 8.5 oz. (241 g) without battery
Operating Ambient Temperature Range: 32° to 100°F (0° to
38°C)
Operating Humidity Range: 0% to 95% Relative Humidity
Agency Listings: UL 217 –Residential Installations
FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION AND FOR DETAILS
REGARDING THE LIMITATIONS OF THE ENTIRE ALARM
SYSTEM, REFER TO THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
THE RECEIVER/CONTROL WITH WHICH THIS DEVICE IS USED.
Figure 5.
Removing
Screen/sensing
Chamber
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