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3. If smoke alarm does not sound, turn off power at main fuse
box or circuit breaker and check wiring. Retest smoke alarm.
REPLACE OR RETURN THE ALARM IF THE PUSH-TO-TEST
FUNCTION DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY AFTER
FOLLOWING THE PROCEDURES OUTLINED ABOVE (see
REPAIR below).
DANGER: If alarm horn sounds, and smoke alarm is not
being tested, the smoke alarm is sensing smoke.
THE SOUND OF THE ALARM HORN REQUIRES
YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AND ACTION.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
In addition to weekly testing, this smoke alarm requires yearly battery
replacement and periodic cleaning to remove dust, dirt, and debris.
DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off power
at main service panel by removing fuse or
switching appropriate circuit breaker to OFF
position before replacing battery or cleaning
smoke alarm.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Always turn off power to smoke alarm before replacing battery.
Replace battery at least once a year or immediately when the low
battery chirp sounds once a minute, even though the smoke
alarm is receiving AC power. In a low battery condition, the red
LED will blink once per minute followed immediately by a short,
audible chirp indicating the battery is low and needs to be
replaced immediately.
Use only the following batteries as replacements in this smoke alarm:
Eveready 522 or 1222, Duracell MN 1604 or Ultralife U9VL-J.
WARNING: DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TYPE OF BATTERY,
EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL.
DO NOT USE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
1. Turn off power to smoke alarm at main service panel.
2. Slide battery door open as shown on page 4 in the
installation section.
3. Remove drained battery from compartment and discard.
4. Install a fresh 9-volt battery, observing correct polarity.
5. Slide battery door closed.
6. Turn on power and test smoke alarm using Push-to-Test button.
CLEANING
Clean the smoke alarm at least once a month to remove dust,
dirt, or debris. Always turn off power to smoke alarm before cleaning.
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Using the soft brush or wand attachment to a vacuum cleaner,
vacuum all sides and cover of smoke alarm. Be sure all the
vents are free of debris.
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If necessary, turn off power and use a damp cloth to clean
smoke alarm cover.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to remove the cover or clean inside the
smoke alarm.THIS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
REPAIR
CAUTION: Do not attempt to repair this smoke alarm.
Doing so will void your warranty.
If smoke alarm is not operating properly, see “TROUBLESHOOTING.”
If necessary and if still under warranty, return smoke alarm to Invensys
Controls Americas.Pack it in a well-padded carton, shipping prepaid, to:
Invensys Controls Americas
Product Service Department
28C Leigh Fisher Blvd.
El Paso, TX 79906
If the smoke alarm is no longer under warranty, have a licensed
electrician replace the smoke alarm immediately with a compara-
ble Firex brand smoke alarm.
PRACTICE FIRE SAFETY
If the smoke alarm sounds its alarm horn, and you have not
pushed the test button, it is warning of a dangerous situation.
Your immediate response is necessary. To prepare for such
occurrences, develop family escape plans, discuss them with
ALL household members, and practice them regularly.
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Expose everyone to the sound of a smoke alarm and explain
what the sound means.
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Determine TWO exits from each room and an escape route to
the outside from each exit.
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Teach all household members to touch the door and use an
alternate exit if the door is hot. INSTRUCT THEM NOT TO
OPEN THE DOOR IF THE DOOR IS HOT.
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