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3. Run system wiring to the detector location and mount
electrical boxes if necessary. The detector fits standard
single-gang boxes and 3-1/2 in. and 4 in. round ceiling
boxes.
4. Line up and attach the mounting base to the electrical box,
wall, or ceiling using the screws provided. Use wall
anchors if necessary. See Figure 3.
5. Strip the system wires and connect them to the
appropriate terminals on the detector. See “Wiring” on
page 4.
6. Attach the detector to the mounting base as follows:
a. Line up the raised tab on the side of the detector with
the arrow on the mounting base. See Figure 4.
b. Insert the smoke detector into the base and turn
clockwise approximately 15 degrees. It should snap firmly
into place.
7. Apply power and test the detector. See “Smoke testing” on
page 5.
Figure 2: Detector-base lock
Figure 3: Detector installation
Figure 4: Mounting
Removing the detector
To remove the detector from the mounting base:
Grasp the
detector and turn it counterclockwise approximately 15
degrees. The detector should snap off of the mounting base.
To remove the detector from the mounting base when the
detector-base lock is used:
Insert a small screwdriver into
the locking tab slot on the side of the base and press in while
simultaneously turning the detector counterclockwise 15
degrees. See Figure 5.
Figure 5: Unlocking the detector
