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AND/OR ESCAPE LIGHT

INTERCONNECTFEATURES

Models 710E,710LE, 710IE,

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ND/OR

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MPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLYAND SAVE.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Fire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

ore You Install This Smoke Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

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

Optional Lockin g Fea tures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

egular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

This Smoke Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

What To Do In Case Of Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

sing the Silence Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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

Limited Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

ecommended Locations For Smoke Al arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Locations To Av oid For Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

out Smoke Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Limitations Of Smoke Alarms

005 BRK Brands,Inc. All Rights Rese r ved.

RK Brands Europe Ltd., Gordano Gate,Portishead, Bristol, BS20 7GG,UK Customer Service Dept.: 01275 845024 E-mail address: sales@brk.co.uk • sales@firstale rt.co.uk

All B

uirements, including BS5446: Pt. 1:20 0 0 or UL217 and are

req designed to detect particles of combustion.Smoke particles of

arying number and size are produced in all fires.

onisation technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric

echnology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced

t in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible

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

r b

echnology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced

n greater amounts by smouldering fires, which may smoulder for

s before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include

hour cigarettes burning in couches or bedding.

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

el and in every bedroom of your home.

rst Alert

and

urning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ke Alarms conform to regulatory

echnology is generally more sensitive than ionisation

FIRE SAFETY TIPS

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

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

rom children; 3) Store flammable mate rials in proper containers;

y f

eep electrical appliances in good condition and don’t overload mains

4) K

s; 5) Keep cookers, barbecue grills,fireplaces and chimneys

cir grease- and debris-free; 6) Neve r leave anything heating on the cooker

nattended; 7) Keep portable heaters and open flames,like candle s,

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

if t

lert you to a fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on eve r y

a floor, and an additional one in the kitchen along with a fire blanket. Have

e escape ladders or other reliable means of escape from an upper

fir

oor i

mmable materials; 8) Don’t let rubbish accumulate.

om fla

y f

ing properly. Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot

t w

e no

y ar

airs are blocked.

n case s

BEFORE YOU INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM

MPORTANT!

“Locations to Avoid for Smoke Alarms” before beginning. This unit monitors the air, and when smoke reaches its sensing chamber, it alarms.

n give you more time to escape before fire spreads.This unit can

t ca

I ONLY give an early warning of developing fires if it is installed, maintained and located whe re smoke can reach it, and where all residents

n hear it, as described in this manual. This unit will not sense gas,

ca heat, or flame. It cannot prevent or extinguish fires.

tand

nder

ttery powered or mains powered? Different Smoke Alarms provide

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

Know Where To Install Your Smoke Alarms

Fire Safety Professionals recommend at least one Smoke Alarm on every level of your home, in every bedroom,and in every bedroom hallway or separate sleeping area. See “Recommended Locations

or Smo

F details.

Smo

. It can only sound an alarm once smoke reaches the sensor.

sca

e See “Limitations of Smoke Alarms” for details.

Check Your Local Building Regulations

is Smo

nce. It alone may not meet requirements for boarding houses,

sid

r sheltered housing,hotels, motels, hostels,inns or communal escape

s in blocks of flats. See “Special Compliance Considerations”for

out

r details.

• This unit will not alert hearing impaired residents. It is recommended tha

ike flashing strobe lights to alert hearing impaired residents.

ot connect this unit to any other alarm or auxiliary device.

o n

• It is a single-station unit that cannot be linked to other devices. Connecting anything else to this unit may prevent it from working properly.

• Unit will not operate without battery power.The Smoke Alarm cannot work until you install the battery in the correct position (Match “+” to “+” and “-” to “-”).

This Smoke Alarm has a battery guard which resists closing

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

• Do not install the Alarm where it may be exposed to dripping water or could be splashed.

• Do not install this unit over a mains cable junction box or holes in the ceiling.Air currents can prevent smoke from reaching the sensing chamber and prevent the unit from alarming.Only

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ns cables.

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ot stand too close to the unit when the alarm is sounding.

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•

oud t

t is l

I at close range may harm your hearing.

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• sensing chamber and prevent the unit from operating properly.

“Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms”and

Read

t Type of Smoke Alarms

eren

he D

ke Alarms”and “L oca tions To Avoid For Smoke Alarms” for

oke Alarms Can and Can’t Do

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n hel

Alarm ca

Alarm is d

t y

wered units are intended for installation over

C) po

e you in an emergency. Exposure to the horn

o w

aint over the unit.Paint may clog the openings to the

t p

ou to fire,giving you precious time to

t y

p a

d in a typical single-family

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1 2 3

GULAR MAINTENANCE

W TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM

THE PARTS OF THIS SMOKE ALARM

ou want to lock the battery drawer, or lock the Smoke Alarm to

.Test/Silence button

. Battery drawer

3.Powe r indicator light and larm indicator

4.SA720CE ONLY: scape Light

If y the mounting bracket , please read the “Optional Locking

eatures” section before you begin installation.

. Hold base firmly and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise

2. Hold the mounting bracket against the ceiling (or wall) so the

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

4. Using a 5 mm (3/16”) drill bit, drill a hole through the center of the

. Mounting bracket

2.Mounting slots

. Battery drawer, install 9V

battery here

.Turn this way to remove

from bracket Turn this way to attach

to bracket

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

6. Attach the mounting bracket to the ceiling or wall.

TOOLS Y OU WILL NEE D:

his unit is designed to be mounted

on the ceiling,or on the wall if necessary.

• Pencil

• Drill with 5 mm (3/16”) drill bit tandard flathead screwdriver

• ammer

• H

• Pliers or utility knife,to activate optional

tamper-resistant” locking features

“

. Attach the Smoke Alarm to the mounting bracket. Line up the

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

FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS!

to separate it from the base.

vertical mounting slot is aligned in the 12 o’clock position and

race around the inside of the mounting slots (vertical and

t horizontal mounting).

mounting holes.

val outlines you traced.

into the holes.Tap the screw anchors gently with a hamme r,if necessary,until they are flush with the ceiling or wall.

Install the battery (included). Open the

attery drawer. Match the terminals on the

b end of the batte r y with the terminals on the

nit. Match “+” to “+” and “-” to “-.” Push

he battery in until it snaps in securely and

t cannot be shaken loose. If the battery is

t snapped in completely,the unit cannot

eceive batte r y power.

Or, activate the battery back-up by removing the “Pull to

ctivate Battery Back-Up” tab.

A NOTE: After you install the battery, the power indicator light may

flash. (If the unit alarms, the light will blink rapidly, and the horn

ill repeatedly sound beep,beep, beep...)

uides on the alarm’s base with the guides on the mounting brack-

g et.When guides are lined up, turn the base clockwise (right) until it

ps into place.

sna

OTE: Once the Smoke Alarm is snapped onto the mounting

cket, you can rotate the Smoke Alarm to adjust the align-

bra ment.

HOW TO INTERCONNECT ALARMS (Model 710IE Only)

p to 12 Smoke Alarms may be inte rconnected so that if one Alarm

nses smoke,all the Alarms will sound an alarm. Low battery warning

ill sound only in an Alarm that needs a new battery, however.

he wiring must conform to current IEE regulations for electrical

nstallations.

nect the alarms together by connecting all the

Con each other and all

in core 0.75mm

GROUND terminals to each other.See figure. Use

ulti-strand or larger twin-core cable.

GNALterminals to

Smoke Alarms should be interconnected within one family residence

ly. If Smoke Alarms are interconnected between residences,

uisance alarms will occur when an alarm in anothe r residence is

n tested.

ter you inte rconnect the Alarms, push the test button on one Alarm.

he alarm horns on all the Alarms should sound if they are connected

T properly.

his Smoke Alarm is not designed to be connected to anything

xcept other Model 710IE Alarms.

auxiliary device to these alarms will keep them from working prope rly.

f the Smoke Alarms are not going to be interconnected to other

, simply do not use the SIGNAL and GROUND te rminals

Alarms

ovided for interconnection.

necting any other Alarm or

Con

This unit has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible, but there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.

se only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not

te properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable

opera batteries since they may not provide a constant charge.

• Test your Alarm at least once a week. Clean the Smoke Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum the

• outside of the Smoke Alarm using your household vacuum’s soft

ttachment.Test the Smoke Alarm. Never use water,cleaners

brush a

lvents since they may damage the unit.

or so

• If the Smoke Alarm be comes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust

nd/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwante d alarms,

a replace the unit immediately.

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

Locations to Avoid For Smoke Alarms” for details.

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

• about once a minute (the low battery warning).This low battery warning should last for 30 days, but you should replace the battery

mmediately to continue your protection.

• Test for proper Smoke Alarm operation using the test button

henever the batte r y is replaced.

Choosing a replacement battery:

Your Smoke Alarm requires a standard 9V battery. The following batteries are acceptable as replacements: Duracell #MN1604, Energizer #522. You may also use the Ultralife U9VL-J lithium battery

or longer service life between battery changes.

available at many local retail stores.

hen using a lithium battery there is a danger of explosion if the

attery is incorrectly replaced. Replace a lithium battery only with

b the same or equivalent type.

ost carbon zinc batte ries have an average service life of 1year; most

M alkaline batteries have an average service life of 1-2 years; most Lithium

atteries have an average service life of 6-10 years. Actual battery

rvice life depends on the Smoke Alarm and the environment in which

se it is installed. All the batte ries specifie d above are acceptable replace-

t batteries for this unit.Regardless of the manufacturer’s suggested

attery life,you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit

b starts “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).

hese batteries are

IF THI S S MOKE ALARM SOUNDS

PONDING T O AN ALARM

RES

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

uri

D beep, beep, beep... The LED will flash rapidly. Model SA720CE only:

he Escape Light

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

• you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your

mmediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the

larm may result in injury or death.

a Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke

• Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm (caused by cooking smoke,

tc.). Removing batteries disables the alarm so it cannot sense

an the sm

or f

tically.

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

•

ill turn on.

our protection. Instead open a window

es y

and rem

oke away from the unit. The alarm will reset auto-

WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE

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

AXIMUM INTERCONNECT WIRE

ENGTH: 150 METRES (500 FEET)

NAL LOCKING FEATURES

OPT

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

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

n s

hese Smoke Alarms have two separate locking features: one to lock the battery compar tment, and the other to lock the Smoke Alarm to the mounting

et.You can choose to use either feature independently, or use them both.

ack

Tools you will need: • Needle-nose pliers or utility knife • Standard Flathead screwdriver.

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

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

To permanently remove either locking pin, insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the lock,

y the pin out of the lock.

and pr

K THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT

O U

TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT

Do not lock the battery compartment until you activate the battery and tes

1. Install the battery so the terminals on t on t “+” and “-” to “-.” Push the battery in until it snaps in se curely and cannot be shaken loose.If the batte r y is not snapped in completely,the unit

2. Push and hold Test/Sile nce button

u beep, beep, beep...

If the unit does not alarm during test-

O N

t! Install a new battery and test

men again. If the Smoke Alarm still does not alarm, replace it immediately.

3. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility knife,detach one locking pin from

he mou

4. Push the locking pin through the

le near the battery door latch on

ho t

he back of the Smoke Alarm.

t the Sm

y ma

he b

ke Alarm.Match “+”to

he Smo

eceive batte r y power.

t r

l the alarm sounds:

T lock the battery compar t-

ing bracket.

arm

ch the terminals

TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET

1. Using needle-nose pliers or a

ility knife, detach one locking

ut pin from the mounting bracket.

t the locking pin through

nse

the hole on the back of the Smoke Alarm as shown in the

iagram.

3. When you attach the Smoke Alarm to the mounting bracket, the locking pin’s head will fit into a notch on the bracket.

1. Remove the Smoke Alarm rom the mounting bracket.

he u

f t

ack

br “To Unlock the Mounting

acket.”

2. Insert a flathead screwdriver

under the head of the locking

attery compartment lock.

b (If you plan to relock the battery compartment, save the locking pin.)

. To relock the battery

compartment, close the battery door and reinsert locking pin in

ock

. Reattach the Smoke Alarm

o t

hen repl

W always test the Smoke Alarm

ore relocking the battery

be compartment.

O U

1. Inser t a flathead screwdriver between the mounting bracket pin and the mounting bracket.

2. Pry the Smoke Alarm away from

he br

t screwdriver and the Smoke Alarm counterclockwise (left) at the same time.

ock

it is l

et, see the section

ntly pry it out of the

nd g

ng bracket.

he mou

cing the battery,

OCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET

acket by turning both the

o t

d t

• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don’t stop to

•

sse

t d

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

oor is coo

f a d

ndows closed, unless you must escape through them.

nd w

our nose a

r y

ake short, shallow breaths.

our p

t y

t a

o a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.

nd d

he F

l t

ve your address, then your name.

G Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.

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

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

ls.

tai

or de

USING THE SILENCE FEATURE

The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwante d alarm for up to

utes.To use this feature, press the “Push to Test/Silence” button on

5 m

he cover.

or if it stays in silence mode continuously, it should be replaced i

The Silence Feature does not disable the unit—it makes it temporari is dense enough to suggest a potentially dangerous situation,the unit will stay in alarm or may re-alarm quickly.If you do not know the s Not responding to an alarm can result in property loss, injury,or death.

If the unit w

tely

mmedia

ly less s

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

f the sm

ce o

our

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

bed in “Regular Mainte nance,”and install a fre sh battery,then test

scr

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

on,or if the problem persists, replace the Smoke Alarm imme diately.

utt

• If you hear a “chirp” once a minute, replace the battery. xperience frequent non-emergency alarms (like those

ou e

If y

•

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

arm sounds when no smoke is visible, try cleaning or

If the a

•

relocating the Smoke Alarm. The Alarm may be dirty or dusty. If the alarm does not sound during testing, try installing a new

•

attery, and make sure it is snapped in securely.

Model SA720CE only: The Escape Light

•

n the unlikely event that the Escape Light

g testing, please obtain guarantee service.

duri

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

If the Smoke Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under guarantee,please see “How to Obtain Guarantee Service”in the Limited Guarantee.

ct anything.

d or co

ly. Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors

n it sl

ope

ith a cloth (preferably damp).

h w

nd mout

ned meeting place outside your home,

e as soon as possible from outside.

igad

e Br

ill not silence and no heav y smoke is present,

ry 10 seconds while in silence.

l flash e

D w

he L

e, do not assume it is an unwanted alarm.

b is not replaceable.

bul

does n

ot operate

IMITED GUARANTEE

BRK Brands Europe Ltd., (“ the Company”),guarantees its enclosed

ke Alarm – but not the battery – to be free from defects in materials

Smo and workmanship unde r normal use and service for a period of ten years from the date of purchase. BRK Brands Europe Ltd. makes no

ther express guarantee for this Smoke Alarm. No agent, representative,

o dealer or employee of the Company has the authority to increase or alter the obligations or limitations of the Guarantee. The Company’s

ligation of this Guarantee shall be limited to the repair or replacement

ob of any part of the alarm which is found to be defective in mate rials or workmanship unde r normal use and ser vice during the ten year period

mencing with date of purchase. The Company shall not be obligated

com to repair or replace alarms which are found to be in need of repair because of damage,unreasonable use,modifications or alterations

ing after the date of purchase.

occurr

How to Obtain Guarantee Service

ervice:

In order to obtain guarantee service, please telephone the Customer Service Dept. on 01275 845024 to arrange return.

Battery: BRK Brands Europe Ltd.make no guarantee, express or i particular purpose with respect to battery.

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

mplied,written or oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any

COMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR

SMOKE ALARMS

nstalling Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences

The building code re quires one Smoke Alarm on every floor, and recommends one in every living area,and in eve r y be droom or sleeping area. In new construction,the Smoke Alarms must be mains (AC) powered. See “British Standards (BSI) Recommendations”for details. For additional cove rage, it is recommended that you also install a Smoke Alarm in halls,storage areas, and finished attics.Make sure no door or other obstruction could ke ep smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarms or minimize the sound level produced from ensuring the occupants from hearing the alarm signal.

More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:

Where temperatures normally remain betwee n 4˚ C (40˚ F) and 38˚ C

• 00˚ F).

n every level of your home, including finished attics.

•

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

•

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

•

eping areas,install a unit in each.

sle If a hall is over 7.5 metres (25 feet) long, install an alarm at each end.

•

At the top of the first-to-second floor and subsequent floor

•

tairways, and at the bottom of the ground floor stairway.

cific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation may vary from region

Spe to region. Check with your local Fire Brigade and Building Control for

ent requirements in your area.

curr

DARDS (BSI) RECOMMENDATIONS

H S

BRI

ode o

t 6 (C

9 P

BS 5

re detection and alarm systems in dwellings)

l be i

Alarms sha

Smo ways and staircases) that form part of escape routes,one on every level,

nd in all rooms and areas that prese nt a high fire risk.Additionally,

ke Alarms should also be installed between the sleeping area(s)

Smo

he mos

nd t

a If there are long hallways, corridors, or protected rooms or areas ove r

tres (25 feet) from the nearest unit, the installation of additional

5 me

ke Alarms may be ne cessary.Areas containing stored combustibles

Smo

or sour

ke Alarms.

Smo

nstallation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens,toilets, bathrooms or

he i

wer rooms is not recommended, as these locations occasionally

sho experience conditions that can result in improper operation.

kely sources of fire (living room and kitchen).

t l

s of ignition may also warrant the installation of additional

ctice for the design and installation of

f pra

talled in all circulation spaces (normally hall-

LOCATIONS TO AVOID FOR SMOKE ALARMS

or best performance, it is recommended you AVOID installing

F Smoke Alarms in these areas:

• Where combustion particles are produce d. Combustion particles

form when something burns.Areas to avoid include kitchens,

ages, and boiler rooms. Keep units at least 3 metres (10 feet)

gar from the sources of combustion particles (cooker,boiler, space heater) 6 metres (20 feet) if possible. Ventilate these areas as much

le.

as possi

6 metres (20 feet) from a source of combustion particles,keep the area well ventilated, and the Smoke Alarms clean.

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

nto the sensing chamber of a Smoke Alarm near the kitchen.

• In very damp,humid or steamy areas keep units at least 3 metres

(10 feet) away from bathrooms, toilets, showers, dishwashers,etc.

• Where the temperature s are regularly below 4˚ C (40˚ F) or above

38˚ C (100˚ F), including unheated buildings, outdoor rooms, or

che

por

• In very dusty, dir ty,or greasy areas.Do not install a Smoke Alarm

ly over the cooker. Keep laundry room Smoke Alarms free of

d dust or lint.

ear f

•

blow smoke away from the unit,preventing it from reaching the

ng cha

nsi

• In insect infeste d areas. Insects can clog openings to the se nsing

ber and cause unwanted alarms.

cha

• Less than 300 mm (12 inches) away from light fittings. Electrical

ise” can interfere with the sensor; i.e. fluorescent lights,etc.

“

• Where the bottom edge of wall mounted Smoke Alarms is placed

w the level of any door opening.

bel

• In rooms which are being decorated,painted or artexed.

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

•

eaching the Smoke Alarm.

voiding Dead Air Spaces

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

“

o avoid dead air spaces, follow the installation recommendations below.

T On ceilings, install Smoke Alarms as close to the centre of the ceiling

as possible.If this is not possible, install the Smoke Alarm at least 300 mm (12 inches) from the wall or corner.

For wall mounting (if allowed by building regulations), the top edge of Smoke Alarms should be place d between 150 and 300 mm (6 and 12 inches) from the wall/ceiling line, below typical “dead air” spaces.

On a peaked,gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install the first Smoke Alarm within 0.9 metres (3 feet) of the peak of the ceiling, measuring horizontally.Additional Smoke Alarms may be required depending on

ngth,angle,etc.of the ceiling's slope. Refer to

he le

art 1

8 P

5 for sloped or peaked ceilings.

te: If you must install Smoke Alarms closer than

esh air vents,ceiling fans, or in very drafty areas. Drafts can

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WEEKLY TESTING

mportant to test this unit every week to make sure it is working

t is i

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 built-in test switch accurately test s the unit’s operation as required by British Standards (BSI). If you choose to use an aerosol

ke product to test the Smoke Alarm, be cer tain to use one that

sm has been cer directed. Use of non-BSI certified products or improper use of BSI certified products may affect the Smoke Alarm’s sensitivity.

tified t

o British Saf

y Standards, and use it only as

operly

Smoke Alarm. Press and hold the test button on the cover of the unit until the alarm sounds (the unit may continue to alarm for a few seconds

fter you release the button). If it does not alarm, make sure the unit is

a receiving power (LED will flash approximately once a minute indicating it has power); and test it again.If it still does not alarm, replace it immediately. During testing you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: beep, be

ep,beep... Model SA720CE only:

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T SMOKE ALARMS

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Battery (DC) powered Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when electricity fails,provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed.

nits are easy to install,and do not require professional installation. May

U also be interconnecte d, all units alarm.

ains (AC) powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnecte d so if one

unit senses smoke,all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails. Mains (AC) with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails,

ovided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Mains (AC)

pr powered and mains powered with battery back-up (AC/DC) units must be installed by a qualified electrician.

All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if

ocated,installe d and cared for as described in the user’s manual,and if

ke reaches them.If you are unsure which type of Smoke Alarm to

smo install, refer to

SI,389 Chiswick High Road,London, W4 4AL, UK.Local building regula-

ions may also require specific units in new construction or in different

t areas of the home.

model dependent, so if one unit senses smoke,

British

Standard (BS) 5839 Par t 6 and 5588 Part 1

SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS

his Smoke Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete

re detection systems in places housing many people—like blocks

fi of flats (communal escape routes),hotels, motels, hostels, inns, hospitals, long-term health care facilities, nursing homes, day care

acilities, boarding houses or sheltered housing of any kind—even

y were once single-family residences. It is not a suitable

if the substitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses,

ndustrial facilities,commercial buildings, and special-purpose non-

idential buildings which require special fire detection and alarm

res systems. Depending on the building regulations in your area, this

oke Alarm may be used to provide additional protection in these

acilities.

he following information applies to all four building types below:

In new construction,most building regulations require the use of mains (AC) or mains powered with integral standby supply (AC/DC) Smoke Alarms on po Smoke Alarms can be used as specified by local building regulations. Re

ngs regulations,or consult your Fire Brigade for detailed fire protection

i requirements in buildings not defined as “dwellings.”

ly. In existing construction,mains powered (AC), mains

wered with integral standby supply (AC/DC), or battery (DC) powered fer to

itishStandard BS 5839 Part 6 and BS 5588 Part 1,local build-

1. Single-Family Residence:

ngle family home. It is recommended Smoke Alarms be installed in all

culation spaces (normally hallways and staircases) that form part of

cir

scape routes,on every level, in all rooms and areas that present a high

e risk and between the sleeping area(s) and the most likely sources of

fir fire (living room and kitchen).

2. Multi-Family or Mixed Occupant Residence:

locks of flats. This Smoke Alarm is suitable for use in individual flats,

ovided a primary fire dete ction system already exists to meet fire

pr detection requireme nts in common areas like foyers, hallways, corridors,

ches. Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not provide

or por

ficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection by-laws/

suf regulations.

3. Institutions:

ospitals,day care facilities, long-term health care facilities.This Smoke

y be suitable for use in individual patient sleeping/re sident

Alarm ma

ooms, provided a primary fire detection syste m already exists to meet

e detection requireme nts in common areas like foyers, hallways, corri-

fir

ors, or porches. Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not

ovide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection

pr b

Also hostels,inns,boarding houses and sheltered housing. This Smoke Alarm ma pr detection requireme nts in common areas like foyers, hallways, corridors, or por suf r

gulations.

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otels and Motels:

y be suitable for use inside individual slee ping/resident rooms,

d a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire

ches. Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not provide

ficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection by-laws/

egulations.

LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARM S

Smoke Alarms have played a key role in reducing deaths resulting from

es worldwide. Howeve r,like any warning device,Smoke Alarms

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ke reaches them. They are not foolproof.

if smo

oke Alarms may not waken all individuals.Practice the escape

lan at least twice a year, making sure that eve r yone is involved – from

p kids to grandpare nts. Allow children to master fire escape planning and

ice be

act

f children or others do not readily waken to the sound of the Smoke

or if there are infants or family member s with mobility limitations,

Alarm

ke sure that someone is assigned to assist them in fire drill and in

vent of an emergency. It is recommended that you hold a fire drill

he e

t w t whether they may ne ed assistance in the event of an emergency.

Smoke Alarms cannot work without power. Battery operated units ca w orrectly. AC units cannot work if the AC power is cut of f for any reason (ope po are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC powe r,install both ty

Smoke Alarms cannot detect fires if the smoke does not reach them.

sid the alarm. That is why one unit should be installe d inside each bedroom or sleeping area—especially if bedroom or sleeping area doors are closed at night—and in the hallway between them.

Sm home.

d not give you enough time to escape safely.That is why re commended minimum protection is at least one unit in all circulation spaces (normally ha and in all rooms and areas that present a high fire risk.Even with a unit on every floor, stand-alone units may not provide as much protection as interconnected units, especially if the fire starts in a remote area. Some sa units with batter y (DC) back-up (see “About Smoke Alarms”) or professiona Interconnecte d units may provide earlier warning than stand-alone units si

Smoke Alarms may not be heard. Though the alarm horn in this unit me is located outside a closed or partially closed door, 2) residents recently consumed alcohol or drugs,3) the alarm is drowned out by noise from stereo,TV, traffic, air conditioner or other appliances, 4) residents are hear w i

Smoke Alarms may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes damage, injury,or death, since smoke from some fires may not reach the unit immediately. Examples of this include persons smoking in bed,children playing with matches, or fires caused by violent explosions resulting from escaping gas.

Smoke Alarms are not foolproof.

Alarms are made of components that can wear out or fail at any time. Y Smoke Alarms cannot prevent or extinguish fires. They are not a substitute for property or life insurance.

Smoke Alarms have a limited life. The unit should be replaced i Smoke Alarm afte r 10 years from date of purchase.Write the purchase date on the user’s manual and keep in a safe place for future refe rence.

BRK®is a registered trademark of BRK Brands, Inc. First Alert

ly members are sleeping in order to dete rmine their response

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o the sound of the Smoke Alarm while sleeping and to dete rmine

nnot work if the batteries are missing, disconnected or dead,if the

pe of batteries are used,or if the batteries are not installed

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n fuse or circuit breake r,failure along an ele ctrical mains or at a

tion,electrical fire that burns the electrical wires, etc.). If you

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Smoke from fires in chimneys or walls, on roofs,or on the other

f closed doors may not reach the sensing chambe r and set off

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Alarms may not detect fire on another floor or area of the

For example, a stand-alone unit on the second floor may not

ect smoke from a ground floor fire until the fire spreads.This may

nd staircases) that form par t of escape routes, on every level,

s a

xperts recommend installing interconnected mains (AC) powered

ty e

e detection systems, so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm.

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nce all units alarm whe n one detects smoke.

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ing impaired or sound sleepers. Special purpose units,like those

ith visual and audible alarms,etc.should be installe d for hearing

mpaired residents.

ou must test the unit weekly to ensure your continue d protection.

mmediately if it is not ope rating properly. You should always replace a

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