First Alert SA90B Smoke Alarm User Manual


 
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert
®
brand products
warrants that for a period of ten years from the date of purchase, the
Model SA150B will be free from defects in material and workmanship.
In addition, BRK warrants that for a period of five years from the date of
purchase, the Model SA90B will be free from defects in material and
workmanship. 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 prod-
uct 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 ini-
tial 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 con-
ditions 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 author-
ized 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 mer-
chantability 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.
3920 Enterprise Court, Aurora, IL 60504-8132.
Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written
or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular pur-
pose with respect to battery.
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR
SMOKE ALARMS
Installing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one
Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bed-
room. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and
interconnected. See Agency Placement Recommendations for details.
For additional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke
Alarm in all rooms, halls, storage areas, finished attics, and basements,
where temperatures normally remain between 40˚F (4˚C) and 100˚F
(38˚C). Make sure no door or other obstruction could keep smoke from
reaching the Smoke Alarms.
More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:
On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with doors closed.
In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleep-
ing areas, install a unit in each.
If a hall is over 40 feet (12 meters) long, install an alarm at each end.
At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at bottom of
basement stairway.
Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to
state and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department
for current requirements in your area.
See Recommended Locations diagram on the following page.
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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 batteries from a battery operated Smoke
Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke,
etc.). Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense
smoke, and removes your protection. Instead open a window or
fan the smoke away from the unit. The alarm will reset automat-
ically.
If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
Dont panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Dont 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. Dont 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.
IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM
Smoke Alarms may not operate properly because of dead, missing or
weak batteries, 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 install a fresh battery, then 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 hear a chirp once a minute, replace the battery.
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 does not sound during testing, try installing a new
battery, and make sure it is snapped in securely.
Model SA150B Only: If the Escape Light
®
does not light during
testing, make sure both batteries are fresh and installed cor-
rectly (the alkaline battery must be installed in the slot marked
Alkaline Only). Make sure the bulb is working properly. If you
suspect the bulb is burned out, call Consumer Affairs at
1-800-323-9005 to purchase a new one (if the bulb is still under
warranty, it will be replaced free of charge).
If the Alarm doesnt sound when trying the Remote Flashlight
Test Feature, make sure your flashlight has a strong beam. This
feature works best on flat ceilings. If you have a peaked or
gabled ceiling, you may have to use the test button manually.
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!