2. To insure aesthetic alignment of the alarm with the hallway or wall, the “A” line on
the mounting plate must be parallel with the hallway when ceiling mounting or hori-
zontal when wall mounting.
3. After selecting the proper smoke alarm location as described in Section 1, attach
the mounting plate to the ceiling as shown in Figure 1. For wall mounting see
Figure 2. Place mounting plate on the wall. Be sure the “UP FOR WALL MOUNT-
ING “ text and arrow are facing up. Use the screws and anchors provided to
secure the mounting plate (use 3/16” drill bit for anchors).
4. Battery installation instructions are provided on the inside of the battery door. To
ensure proper installation of the smoke alarm battery, follow the instructions.
5. When installing the battery, press the battery reminder finger down into the battery
compartment and install the battery (see Figure 3).
CAUTION! IF THE BATTERY REMINDER FINGER IS NOT HELD DOWN IN THE
BATTERY COMPARTMENT BY THE BATTERY, THE BATTERY DOOR WILL
NOT CLOSE AND THE UNIT WILL NOT ATTACH TO TO THE MOUNTING
BRACKET.
6. Alignment marks are provided on the edge of the trim plate and the alarm. After
installing the mounting plate, place the alarm
on the mounting plate with the alignment
marks lined up. Twist the alarm in the direc-
tion indicated by the “ON” arrow on the alarm
cover (see Figure 4) until it locks in place.
7. USING TAMPER RESIST LOCKING PIN: To
make your smoke alarm somewhat tamper
resistant, a locking pin has been provided in
the bag with the screws and anchors. Using
this pin will deter children and others from removing the alarm from the mounting
plate. To use the pin, insert it into the hole in the side of the alarm after the alarm
has been installed on the mounting plate (see Figure 5).
NOTE: THE TAMPER RESIST PIN WILL HAVE TO BE REMOVED IN ORDER TO
CHANGE THE BATTERY. USE A LONG NOSE PLIERS TO PULL THE PIN OUT
OF THE HOLE. IT IS NOW POSSIBLE TO REMOVE THE ALARM FROM THE
MOUNTING PLATE.
8. After installation, test your alarm by depressing and holding down the test button
for several seconds. This should sound the alarm.
4. OPERATION AND TESTING
OPERATION: The smoke alarm is operating once a fresh battery is installed and test-
ing is complete. When products of combustion are sensed, the unit sounds a loud
85db pulsating alarm until the air is cleared.
HUSH CONTROL: The “HUSH” feature has the capability of temporarily desensitizing
the alarm circuit for approximately 7 minutes. This feature is to be used only when a
known alarm condition, such as smoke from cooking, activates the alarm. The
smoke alarm is desensitized by pushing the “HUSH” button on the smoke alarm
cover. If the smoke is not too dense, the alarm will silence immediately and “chirp”
every 30 -40 seconds for approximately 7 minutes. This indicates that the alarm is in
a temporarily desensitized condition. The smoke alarm will automatically reset after
approximately 7 minutes and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still pres-
Tamper Resist
Locking Pin
FIGURE 5
WARNING: TEST YOUR SMOKE ALARM OPERATION AFTER R.V. OR MOBILE
HOME VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE, BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST
ONCE A WEEK DURING USE.
2. LOCATIONS TO AVOID
• In the garage. Products of combustion are present when you start your automobile.
• Less than 4” (10cm) from the peak of an “A” frame type ceiling.
• In an area where the temperature may fall below 40ºF or rise above 100ºF.
• In dusty areas. Dust particles may cause nuisance alarm or failure to alarm.
• In very humid areas. Moisture or steam can cause nuisance alarms.
• In insect-infested areas.
• Smoke alarms should not be installed within 3 ft (.9m) of the following: the door to
a kitchen, the door to a bathroom containing a tub or shower, forced air ducts used
for heating or cooling, ceiling or whole house ventilating fans, or other high air flow
areas.
• 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.
• Near fluorescent lights. Electronic “noise” may cause nuisance alarms.
3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE!
1. Remove the mounting plate from the back of the alarm by holding the mounting plate
and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the “OFF” arrow on the alarm
cover.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
When mounting
in a hallway, the
“A” line should
be parallel with
the hallway.
When wall mounting,
the “A” line should
be horizontal and
the “UP FOR WALL
MOUNTING” arrow
must be pointing up.
Alignment Marks
Install
Remove
