USING THE SILENCE FEATURE
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for several
minutes. To use this feature, press the blue “Push to Silence” button on
the cover. The alarm will “chirp” about once a minute (for up to 15 min-
utes) to remind you the alarm has been silenced. The “chirping” will stop
when the unit returns to normal operation. If the unit will not silence and
no heavy smoke is present, or if it stays in silence mode continuously
(“chirps” for longer than 30 minutes), the unit should be replaced imme-
diately. See “To Deactivate the Smoke Alarm”.
The Silence Feature does not disable the unit—it makes it tem-
porarily less sensitive to smoke. For your safety, if smoke around
the unit is dense enough to suggest a potentially dangerous situa-
tion, it will stay in alarm, or may re-alarm quickly. If you do not
know the source of the smoke, do not assume it is an unwanted
alarm. Not responding to an alarm can result in property loss, injury
or death.
TO DEACTIVATE THE SMOKE ALARM
Alarm is sealed. Power cells are not replaceable. Once they reach
the end of their service life, or after 10 years—whichever comes
first—you must install a new Smoke Alarm.
NOTE:
The low power warning sounds like the reminder “chirp” for the
Silence Feature. When you activate the Silence Feature, the unit will
“chirp” about once a minute for up to 15 minutes as a reminder. To make
sure you are truly hearing the low power warning and not the reminder for
the Silence Feature, wait at least 30 minutes before deactivating the unit.
After 10 years or after the “low power warning” sounds (whichever
comes first):
1. Remove the label on the bottom of the unit and
locate the flat round tab.
2. Insert a flathead screwdriver in the slot and turn
clockwise (to the right) until the tab comes out.
This will discharge the power cells and deactivate
the unit.
3. Once you deactivate this unit, it will not detect
smoke or alarm. It cannot be reactivated. You
must install a new unit to continue your protection.
4. Install a new Smoke Alarm immediately!
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IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM
Smoke Alarms may not operate properly because of dead or weak
power cells, a build-up of dirt, dust or grease on the Smoke Alarm
cover, or installation in an improper location. Clean the Smoke Alarm as
described in “Regular Maintenance,” and test the Smoke Alarm again.
If it fails to test properly when you use the test button, or if the problem
persists, replace the Smoke Alarm immediately.
•
If you experience frequent non-emergency alarms (like those
caused by cooking smoke), try relocating the Smoke Alarm.
•
If the alarm sounds when no smoke is visible, try cleaning or
relocating the Smoke Alarm. The cover may be dirty.
•
If the alarm no longer sounds during testing, replace the Smoke
Alarm! If the Smoke Alarm was properly activated, and had
previously alarmed during testing, the power cells are at the
end of their service life. (See “Regular Maintenance.”)
•
If the alarm will not silence when you use the Silence feature,
DO NOT IGNORE THE ALARM! This indicates a potentially
dangerous situation.
•
If the Smoke Alarm “chirps” about once a minute (for more
than 30 minutes), Replace the Smoke Alarm! (See “Regular
Maintenance.”) This is the low power cell warning.
If the Smoke Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under
warranty, please see “How to Obtain Warranty Service” in the Limited
Warranty below.
Do not try fixing the alarm yourself – this will void your warranty!
IF THIS SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
During an alarm, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern:
3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.
•
If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning
you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your
immediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the
alarm may result in injury or death.
•
Never remove the power cells from this Smoke Alarm to stop an
unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.). Removing the
power cells disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke, and
removes your protection. Instead use the Silence feature, then
open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit. The
Smoke Alarm will reset automatically.
•
If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
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Don’t panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
•
Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to
get dressed or collect anything.
•
Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly. Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors
and windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
•
Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).
Take short, shallow breaths.
•
Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,
and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
•
Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
Give your address, then your name.
•
Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.
•
Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.
Alarms have various limitations. See "Limitations of Smoke Alarms"
for details.
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert
®
and BRK
®
brand
products warrants that for a period of ten years from the date of
purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and work-
manship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any
component of the product found to be defective during the warranty
period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured
product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement
may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is
your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of
initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales
receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance.
BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do
not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and
conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting
from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on
improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions,
disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an
authorized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of
God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that
are included with this unit.
BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to
the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration
to the duration of the above warranty. Some states, provinces or
jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights that vary from state to state or province to province.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Service:
If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer.
In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs
Division at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time,
Monday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the
model number and date of purchase available when calling.
303 Nelson Avenue, Neosho, MO 64850-8806.
This Smoke Alarm is designed to operate for 10 years, and is backed
by a 10-year limited warranty. To date, the actual alarm, however, has
not been tested for 10 years. The power cells in this Smoke Alarm are
not replaceable. When they reach the end of their service life, you must
replace the entire Smoke Alarm to continue your protection.
