Document NO.:RD-517E-39-001
Version: D 2017.04.28
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1.In the garage. Products of combustion are present when
you start your automobile.
2.Less than20" (50cm) from the peak of an “A” frame type
ceiling. (See Diagram 4)
3.In an area where the temperature may fall below 0
℃
or rise
above 40
℃
, such as garages and unfinished attics.
4.In dusty areas. Dust particles may cause nuisance alarm or
failure to alarm.
5.In very humid areas (greater than 93% R.H.). Moisture or
steam can cause nuisance alarms.
6.In insect-infested areas.
7.Smoke alarms should not be installed within 3 ft (0.9m) of
the following: the door to a kitchen, the door to a bathroom
containing a tub or shower, forced air supply ducts used for
heating or cooling, ceiling or whole house ventilating fans,
or other high air flow areas.
8.Kitchens. Normal cooking may cause nuisance alarms. If a
kitchen alarm is desired, it should have an alarm silence
feature or be a photoelectric type.
9.Near fluorescent lights. Electronic “noise” may cause
nuisance alarms.
10. Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards.
Unless the combination (alarm and guard) has been
evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
Operation:
Testing:
Test the unit to ensure proper operation by pressing the Test
button for at least 5 seconds, this will sound the alarm if the
electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working properly. If
no alarm sounds, the unit has a defective battery or other
failure. Refer to “Trouble shooting” section for a solution.
DO NOT use an open flame to test your alarm, you could
damage the alarm or ignite combustible materials and start a
fire.
CAUTION:
Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm,
always stand an arms-length always from the unit when
testing.
Test the alarm weekly to ensure proper operation. Erratic or
low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a defective
alarm
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED.
LED indicators:
Illumination of the Green LED indicates that the alarm is
receiving AC power.
This alarm is equipped with a red LED indicator, with two
modes of operation.
Red LED-Flashing every 32 seconds: indicates that the
smoke alarm is operating properly.
RED LED-Flashing: when the Test button is pressed or the
smoke alarm sense particles of combustion and goes into
alarm (constant pulsating sound), the red LED will flash once
per second. The flashing LED and pulsating alarm will
continue until the test button is released or the air is cleared.
RED LED-Alarm silencer (Hush mode) indication: The red
LED will flash every 8 seconds, indicating the smoke alarm
is in the alarm silencer (Hush) mode.
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIERED.
Alarm silence (hush mode):
When you push same Test button for at least 5 seconds (or
until the unit sounds) to active silence control, the alarm will
enter to HUSH mode for approx 8 minutes. Smoke alarms
are designed to minimize nuisance alarms. Combustion
particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is
located close to the cooking area. Large quantities of
combustible particles are generated from spills or when
grilling/frying. Using the fan on a range hood that vents to
outside (non-recirculation type) will also help remove these
combustible particles from the kitchen. The alarm silence
(test button) is extremely useful in a kitchen area or other
areas prone to nuisance alarms.
The alarm silence (hush mode) has the capability of
temporarily forbid the alarm circuit to detect smoke for about
8 minutes. This feature is to be used only when a known
alarm condition, such as smoke from cooking, activates the
alarm.
The smoke alarm will automatically reset after approximately
8 minutes, if after this period, particles of combustion are still
present, the alarm will sound again.
The alarm silencer (hush mode) can be repeatedly until the
air has been cleared of the condition causing the alarm.
CAUTION:
Before using the alarm silence (hush), identify
the source of the smoke and be certain a safe condition exists.
DANGER:
If the alarm sounds, and it is not being tested, it
means the unit is sensing smoke,
THE SOUND OF THE
ALARM REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AND
ACTION.
Repair:
Caution: Do not attempt to repair the alarm. It will affect
your warranty.
If the alarm is not operating properly, and is still under
warranty, return it to the original place you buy. Pack it in a
well-padded carton, and ship to the original place you buy.
