BRK electronic SA300, SA303 User Manual

ER’S MANUAL

BEDROOM

HALL

LIVING ROOM KITCHEN

FINISHED BASEMENT

BEDROOM

LIVING ROOM

INING ROOM

MULTI-STORY RESIDENCE

SINGLE-STORY RESIDENCE, APARTMENT, MOBILE HOME

EXISTING HOMES

ITCHEN

REQUIRED TO MEET NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS

RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION

KEY:

SMOKE ALARMS WITH SILENCE FEATURES RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION

INTERCONNECTED AC OR AC/DC SMOKE ALARMS

BEDROOM

HALL

LIVING ROOM KITCHEN

FINISHED BASEMENT

REQUIRED TO MEET NFPA RECOMMENDATIONS

RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION

BEDROOM

LIVING ROOM

DINING ROOM

MULTI -STORY RESIDENCE

SINGLE-STORY RESIDENCE, APARTMENT, MOBILE HOME

KEY:

NEW CONSTRUCTION

SMOKE ALARMS WITH SILENCE FEATURES RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION

KITCHEN

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Locking Pin

SMOKE ALARM

odel SA303

Model SA300

MPORTANT!

LEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE.

his user’s manual contains important information about your Smoke

’s operation. If you are installing this Smoke Alarm for use by

Alarm

thers, you must leave this manual—or a copy of it—with the end user.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Before You Install This Smoke Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

ow To Install This Smoke Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

ptional Locking Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

kly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

This Smoke Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

hat To Do In Case Of Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Using the Silence Feature (Model SA303 Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

You Suspect A Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

imited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Recommended Locations For Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Locations To Avoid For Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

out Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Ab Specia

Limitations Of Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

RK Brands, Inc., 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122

mer Affairs: (800) 323-9005 • www.firstalert.com

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All First Alert®Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements,

ncluding UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion.

Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires.

onization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric

I technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced

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terials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include

ma paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.

hotoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization

P technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced

n greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for hours

e bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes

be burning in couches or bedding.

or maximum protection, use both types of Smoke Alarms on each

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l Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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With Silence Feature

FIRE SAFETY TIPS

Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking

terials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters

way from children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers;

p electrical appliances in good condition and don’t overload elec-

4) K rical circuits; 5) Keep stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys

nd debris-free; 6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove

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gr unattended; 7) Keep portable heaters and open flames, like candles,

way from flammable materials; 8) Don’t let rubbish accumulate.

a Keep alarms clean, and test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately if

they are not working properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot alert

o a fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor, and

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y an additional one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or other reliable means of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked.

STALL THIS SMOKE ALARM

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IMPORTANT! Read “Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms” and “Locations to Avoid for Smoke Alarms” before beginning. This unit moni-

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t can give you more time to escape before fire spreads. This unit can ONLY give an early warning of developing fires if it is installed, maintained and located where smoke can reach it, and where all residents can hear it, as described in this manual. This unit will not sense gas, heat, or flame. It cannot prevent or extinguish fires.

Understand The Different Type of Smoke Alarms

Know Where To Install Your Smoke Alarms

Know What Smoke Alarms Can and Can’t Do

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• Do not connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary

• Unit will not operate without battery power. The Smoke Alarm

• This Smoke Alarm has a batter y drawer which resists closing

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nd when smoke reaches its sensing chamber, it alarms. It

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Battery powered or electrical? Different Smoke Alarms provide

t types of protection. See “About Smoke Alarms” for details.

essionals recommend at least one Smoke Alarm on every

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f your home, in every bedroom, and in every bedroom hallway or

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le separate sleeping area. See “Recommended Locations For Smoke

” and “Locations To Avoid For Smoke Alarms” for details.

Alarms

A Smoke Alarm can help alert you to fire, giving you precious time to

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de from working properly.

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sition (Match “+” to “+” and “-” to “-”).

unless a battery is installed. This warns you the unit will not operate without a battery.

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ll not alert hearing impaired residents. It is recom-

g strobe lights to alert the hearing impaired.

le-station unit that cannot be linked to other

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Connecting anything else to this unit may prevent it

k until you install the battery in the correct

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ound junction boxes can prevent smoke from reaching

ng chamber and prevent the unit from alarming. Only

ered units are intended for installation over junction

ake you in an emergency. Exposure to the horn at

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ge may harm your hearing.

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HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM

HE PARTS OF THIS SMOKE ALARM

he Parts of This Unit

arm Base

1. Battery Compartment

. Test button (Model SA300)

2. Test/Silence button (Model SA303)

This unit is designed to be mounted on the ceiling, or on the wall if necessary.

O NOT attach this Alarm to an electrical junction box.

ttachment to an electrical box may impair the Alarm’s operation.

A Attach directly to wallboard or flat wall or ceiling surface.

FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS!

. Activate the batter y. With the battery

ools you will need:

encil • Drill with 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit

• P ammer • Standard Flathead screwdriver

• H

. Remove the mounting bracket from the Smoke Alarm base. Hold the

nting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) and make a mark at

mou

he center of each of the mounting slots with a pencil.

2. Put the unit where it won’t get covered with dust when you drill the nting holes.

mou

. Using a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit, drill a hole through each pencil mark.

. Insert the plastic screw anchors (in the plastic bag with screws) into

the holes. Tap the screw anchors gently with a hammer, if necessary,

ntil they are flush with the ceiling or wall.

. Tighten the screws (provided) into the screw anchors.

partment open, install the battery

com so the terminals on the battery match

he terminals on the Smoke Alarm.

atch “+” to “+” and “-” to “-.” Push

M the battery in until it snaps in securely

nd cannot be shaken loose.

f the battery is not snapped in completely, the unit cannot receive

attery power. The Smoke Alarm may beep briefly when you install

b the battery—this is normal.

osition the base of the Smoke Alarm over the mounting bracket and

urn. The Alarm can be positioned over the bracket every 60°. Turn

t the Smoke Alarm clockwise (right) until the unit is in place.

. Test the Smoke Alarm. See “Weekly Testing.”

OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES

he locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized removal of the battery or Alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks in

ingle-family households where unauthorized battery or Alarm removal is not a concern.

hese Smoke Alarms have two separate locking features: one to lock the battery compartment, and the other to lock the

T Smoke Alarm to the mounting bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or use them both.

ools you will need:

h locking features use locking pins, which are molded into the mounting bracket. Using needle nose pliers or a utility knife,

emove one or both pins from the mounting bracket, depending on how many locking features you want to use.

o permanently remove either lock, insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the lock, and pry the pin out of the lock.

TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT

o not lock the battery compartment until you have installed the

D battery and tested the unit.

. Push and hold test button until the alarm sounds:

eps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.

3 be

If the unit does n DO NOT lock the battery compartment!

nstall a new battery and test again. If the

oke Alarm still does not alarm, replace it

Sm immediately.

2. Using needle-nose pliers or a ity knife, detach one locking

in from the mounting bracket.

. Push the locking pin through

the hole near the battery

rawer on the back of the

ke Alarm.

Smo

TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET

1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach one locking pin from mounting bracket.

2. Insert the locking pin into the lock located on the pivoting hinge of the battery door.

3. When you attach the Smoke Alarm to the mounting bracket, the locking

in’s head will fit into a notch on the bracket.

WEEKLY TESTING

NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home. The

n test switch accurately tests the unit’s operation as required

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bui by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL). If you choose to use an aerosol smoke product to test the Smoke Alarm, be certain to use

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one tha Standards, and use it only as directed. Use of non-UL Listed products or improper use of UL Listed products may affect the Smoke Alarm’s sensitivity.

It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working properly.

Smo the alarm sounds (the unit may continue to alarm for a few seconds after you release the button). If it does not alarm, make sure the unit is receivi ly. During testing you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.

Using the test button is the recommended way to test this

e Alarm. Press and hold the test button on the cover of the unit until

est it again. If it still does not alarm, replace it immediate-

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REGULAR MAINTENANCE

This unit has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible, but

re are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.

Use only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable

• Test it at least once a week.

•

• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See

• When the battery becomes weak, the Smoke Alarm unit will “chirp”

Choosing a replacement battery:

Your Smoke Alarm requires one standard 9V battery. The following batteries are acceptable as replacements: Duracell #MN1604, (Ultra) #MX1

b changes.

nce they may not provide a constant charge.

teries s

he Smoke Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum the

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C outside of the Smoke Alarm using your household vacuum’s soft brush attachment. A can of clean compressed air (sold at computer or o

nstructions for use. Test the Smoke Alarm. Never use water, cleaners

i or solvents since they may damage the unit.

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I and/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms, replace the unit immediately.

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“Locations to Avoid for Smoke Alarms” for details.

about once a minute (the low battery warning). This low battery warning should last for 30 days, but you should replace the battery immediately to continue your protection.

veready (Energizer) #522. You may also use a Lithium

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ike the Ultralife U9VL-J for longer service life between battery

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These batteries are available at many local retail stores.

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TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT

. Remove the Smoke Alarm from the mounting bracket. If the unit is

locked to the bracket, see the section “To Unlock the Mounting

acket.”

. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the

3. To relock the battery compartment, close the battery door and

f the locking pin, and gently pry

head o

f the battery compartment lock.

it out o

f you plan to relock the battery

(I compartment, save the locking pin.)

einsert locking pin in lock.

4. Reattach the Smoke Alarm to the mounting bracket.

eplacing the battery, always test the Smoke Alarm before

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elocking the batter y compartment.

TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET

. Insert a flathead screwdriver between the

mounting bracket pin and the mounting

acket.

2. Pry the Smoke Alarm ay from the

a bracket by turning both the screwdriver

nd the Smoke Alarm

a cou

terclockwise

t the same

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(le time.

EGULAR MAINTENANCE, Continued

Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke Alarm and the environment in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above are accept-

eplacement batteries for this unit. Regardless of the manufacturer’s

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a suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit starts “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).

HIS SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS

RESPONDING TO AN ALARM

g an alarm, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern:

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D 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.

If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning

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you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the a

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to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.). R and removes your protection. Instead open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit. The alarm will reset automatically.

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arm ma

ve the batteries from a battery operated Smoke Alarm

er rem

ng batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke,

• If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.

WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE

• Don’t panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.

•

• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.

•

• Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,

•

• Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.

Alarms have various limitations. See "Limitations of Smoke Alarms" for details.

f the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to

t out o

Ge get dressed or collect anything.

, open it slowly. Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors

oor is coo

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I and windows closed, unless you must escape through them.

Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp). Take short, shallow breaths.

nd do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.

a 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.

. Mounting Bracket

. Mounting Slots and Screws

3. Locking Pins (break out of bracket)

. Latch to Open Battery Compartment

5. Swing-Out Battery Compartment

To remove the mounting bracket from the Smoke Alarm base, hold the Smoke Alarm base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise.

n injury or death.

USING THE SILENCE FEATURE (MODEL SA303 ONLY)

The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for up to

0 minutes. To use this feature, press the “Test/Silence” button. The

1 Alarm remains functional. The LED will flash every 10 seconds (for up to 10 minutes) to remind you the alarm has been silenced. The flashing

ED will stop when the unit returns to normal operation.

The Silence Feature does not disable the unit—it makes it temporarily

ensitive to smoke. For your safety, if smoke around the unit is

less s

e enough to suggest a potentially dangerous situation, it will stay

dens

n alarm, or may re-alarm quickly. If you do not know the source of the

oke, do not assume it is an unwanted alarm. Not responding to an

sm alarm can result in property loss, injury or death.

IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM

ke Alarms may not operate properly because of dead, missing or

Smo 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

escribed in “Regular Maintenance,” and install a fresh battery, then test

d the Smoke Alarm again. If it fails to test properly when you use the test

utton, 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

•

ed by cooking smoke), try relocating the Smoke Alarm.

caus If the alarm sounds when no smoke is visible, try cleaning or

•

ocating the Smoke Alarm. The cover may be dirty.

rel If the alarm does not sound during testing, try installing a new

•

attery, and make sure it is snapped in securely.

o not try fixing the alarm yourself – this will void your warrant y!

f the Smoke Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under

arranty, please see “How to Obtain Warranty Service” in the Limited

w Warranty below.

TED WARRANTY

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BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First Alert®brand products

arrants that for a period of ten years from the date of purchase, this

oduct will be free from defects in material and workmanship. BRK, at

pr its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the

oduct found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement

pr 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

oduct of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.

his warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of

nitial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales

i receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance.

RK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do

t have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and

no conditions of this warranty.

his warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting

T from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on

mproper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions,

isassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an author-

d ized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fir

ncluded with this unit.

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ca extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fit o allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or l tions 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 s

How to Obtain Warranty Service S

In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs D M model number and date of purchase available when calling. 3

Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written or or p

warrants the enclosed battery to be free from defects in materials and w

rom the date of purchase.

RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS

T Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and

i F 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:

•

• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with doors closed.

• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleep-

• If a hall is over 40 feet (12 meters) long, install an alarm at each end.

•

Spe state and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department for current requirements in your area.

units be interconnected for added protection.

e, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are

RK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages

used by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the

ness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration

f the above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not

imitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limita-

tate or province to province.

vice is required, do not return the product to your retailer.

ice:

ivision at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time,

onday through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the

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orkmanship under normal use and service for a period of ten years

ing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences

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ed. See “Agency Placement Recommendations” for details.

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ditional coverage, it is recommended that you install a Smoke

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On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.

, install a unit in each.

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t the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at bottom of

A basement stairway.

cific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to

It is recommended AC or AC/DC

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INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES & RVS

or minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleeping

F area as possible. For more security, put one unit in each room. Many older mobile homes (especially those built before 1978) have little or no

nsulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you are unsure

i of the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls only. Smoke Alarms should be installed where temperatures normally

emain between 40˚ F (4˚ C) and 100˚ F (38˚ C).

used in RVs after the vehicle has been in storage, before every trip, and once a week while in use. Failure to test units used in RVs as described may remove your protection.

This equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 72 and Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101. Additional local building and

regulatory codes may apply in your area. Always check compliance requirements before beginning any installation.

GENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

101. National Fire Protection Association, One

NFPA 72 (National Fire Code)

ke Alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping room, outside

Smo

eping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on

each sle each additional story of the family living unit, including basements and

xcluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics.

n new construction, Alarms shall be so arranged that operation of any

Alarm shall cause the operation of all Alarms within the dwelling.

one

oke Detection-Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable?The required

umber of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning pro-

ection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by

he required Smoke Alarms. For this reason, it is recommended that the

t householder consider the use of additional Smoke Alarms for those

eas for increased protection. The additional areas include the base-

nt, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room, utility room, and hallways

me not protected by the required Smoke Alarms. The installation of Smoke

n kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or garages is not

Alarms i

lly recommended, as these locations occasionally experience

norma conditions that can result in improper operation.

California State Fire Marshal (CSFM)

Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detec-

ion equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows: A

ke Alarm installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity, but

Smo outside bedrooms), and Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms, dining

ooms, bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, finished attics, furnace rooms, clos-

ts, utility and storage rooms, basements, and attached garages.

OCATIONS TO AVOID FOR SMOKE ALARMS

For best performance, it is recommended you AVOID installing

oke Alarms in these areas:

Where combustion par ticles are produced. Combustion particles

•

• Near fresh air vents, ceiling fans, or in very drafty areas. Drafts can

•

• In “dead air” spaces. “Dead air” spaces may prevent smoke from

Dead air” spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarm.

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possi (102 mm) from the wall or corner.

Alarms should be placed between 4 and 12 inches (102 and 305 mm) from the wall/ceiling line, below typical “dead air” spaces.

On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install the first Smoke Alarm within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured horizontally. Ad a ments for sloped or peaked ceilings.

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ele Units are easy to install, and do not require professional installation.

senses smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.

the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. AC and AC/DC units must be i

Smoke Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup po

w most battery-powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or “quasi sine wave” inverters will damage the Alarm.

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Alarms shou a Ame senses smoke, all units alarm.

combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose. All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if

located, installed and cared for as described in the user’s manual, and if smoke reaches them. If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to install, refer to Chapter 2 of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 72 (National Fire Alarm Code) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymarch Park, Q u

hen something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated

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f kitchens, garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet

ters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace,

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ter heater, space heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot

w (6 meter) distance is not possible – in modular, mobile, or smaller

s, for example – it is recommended the Smoke Alarm be

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laced as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The

p placement recommendations are intended to keep these Alarms at

easonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce

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unwanted” alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke Alarm is

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d directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas

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as m In air streams near kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke

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This Smoke Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire

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d buildings, condominiums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, longterm health care facilities, nursing homes, day care facilities, or group

s of any kind—even if they were once single-family homes. It is not

home a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses, industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and special-purpose non-resi-

ential buildings which require special fire detection and alarm systems.

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The following information applies to all four building types below:

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I powered Smoke Alarms only. In existing construction, AC, AC/DC, or DC

wered Smoke Alarms can be used as specified by local building

es. Refer to NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code) or NFPA 72 (National Fire

cod Alarm Code), local building codes, or consult your Fire Department for

etailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as “house-

lds.”

1. Single-Family Residence:

ngle family home, townhouse. It is recommended Smoke Alarms be

nstalled on every level of the home, in every bedroom, and in each

droom hallway.

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Apartment building, condominium. This Smoke Alarm is suitable for use

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ystem already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common

s areas like lobbies, hallways, or porches. Using this Smoke Alarm in

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LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS

Smoke Alarms have played a key role in reducing deaths resulting from home fires worldwide. However, like any warning device, Smoke Alarms

n only work if they are properly located, installed, and maintained, and

ca if smoke reaches them. They are not foolproof.

Smoke alarms may not waken all individuals. Practice the escape plan at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved – from kids to

andparents. Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice

ore holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or

be others do not readily waken to the sound of the smoke alarm, or if there

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ar someone is assigned to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency. It is recommended that you hold a fire drill while family

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me of the smoke alarm while sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency.

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room on every level of your home. Even with a unit on every floor,

be stand-alone units may not provide as much protection as interconnected units, especially if the fire starts in a remote area. Some safety experts recommend installing interconnected AC powered units with battery b

ack-up (see “About Smoke Alarms”) or professional fire detection sys-

so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm. Interconnected units

t may provide earlier warning than stand-alone units since all units alarm when one detects smoke.

Smoke Alarms may not be heard. Though the alarm horn in this unit meets or exceeds current standards, it may not be heard if: 1) the unit is located outside a closed or partially closed door, 2) residents recently

med alcohol or drugs, 3) the alarm is drowned out by noise from

consu stereo, TV, traffic, air conditioner or other appliances, 4) residents are hearing impaired or sound sleepers. Special purpose units, like those with visual and audible alarms, should be installed for hearing impaired

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Alarms ar You must test the unit weekly to ensure your continued protection. Smoke Alarms cannot prevent or extinguish fires. They are not a

ute for property or life insurance.

Smoke Alarms have a limited life. The unit should be replaced

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