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USER’S MANUAL

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INTRODUCTION

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FIRE SAFETY TIPS

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Know Where To Install Your Smoke Alarms

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This Smoke Alarm is designed to be used in a typical single-family home. It alone will not meet requirements for boarding houses, apartment buildings, hotels or motels. See “Special Compliance Considerations”

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This Smoke Alar 60Hz circuit. Be sure the circuit cannot be turned off by a switch, dimmer, or ground fault circuit interrupter. Failure to connect this Smoke Alarm to a 24-hour circuit may prevent it from providing constant protection.

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It is possible an electrical fire could occur on the circuit powering this Smoke Alarm. If this happened, power to the unit could be cut of exper separate circuits from other appliances, since these circuits are not as likely to be overloaded. Other safety experts

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HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM

This Smoke Alarm is designed to be mounted on any standard wiring junction box to a 4-inch (10 cm) diagonal size, on ether the ceiling or wall (if allowed by local codes). Read “Recommended Locations For Smoke Alarms” and “Locations to A

ools you will need: Standard Flathead screwdriver.

THE PARTS OF THIS SMOKE ALARM

The Mounting Bracket

Installs onto the junction box. It has a variety of scr most boxes. If a junction box is not already in place, install one using standar copper wire. To remove the mounting bracket from the Smoke Alarm base, hold the Smoke Alarm base firmly and twist mounting bracket counterclockwise.

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The Power Connector

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a flat screwdriver blade between the power connector and the security tab inside the power input block. Gently pry back the tab and pull the connector fr

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ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD! T installation!

Remove the mounting bracket from the base. Install the mounting

1. bracket to the junction box

Set the foam gasket against the back of the Smoke Alarm.

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AND-ALONE ALARM ONLY:

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INTERCONNECTED UNITS ONLY:

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e on the power connector to the hot wire

4. Plug the power connector into the back of the Smoke Alarm.

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INTERCONNECTED UNITS ONL

If you are interconnecting multiple Smoke Alarms, repeat

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ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD! Do not restore power until all smoke alarms are completely installed. Restoring power before installation is complete may r injury or death.

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7. operation, the green power indicator light will shine continuously. If the power indicator light does not light, TURN OFF POWER TO THE JUNCTION BOX and recheck all connections. If all connec-

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8. cover of the unit until the alarm sounds (the unit may continue to alarm for a few seconds after you release the button).

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NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this Smoke

• Alarm. You might accidentally damage or set fire it unit or to your home. The built-in test switch accurately tests the Smoke Alar Laboratories, Inc. (UL).

• Do not look directly at or touch the lens while the strobe light is flashing. Doing so can hurt your eyes or burn your fingers. If the str Alar

Do not stand too close to the unit when the alarm is sounding. It is loud to wake you in an emergency. Exposure to the horn at close range may har

It is important to test this Smoke Alarm every week to make sure it is working properly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this Smoke Alarm.

until the alarm sounds (it may continue alarming briefly after you r the button). If the Smoke Alarm does not sound make sure it is receiving power and test it again. If it still does not alarm, r

During testing, you will hear a loud, r pause, 3 beeps, pause.

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The strobe light should flash every time you test the Smoke Alarm.

When testing Smoke Alarms in an interconnected series, you must test each unit individually. Make sure all units alarm when each one is tested.

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THESE INSTALLATION STEPS

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1 Mounting slot and screw (1 of 2) 2 Junction box

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Wire strip gauge

6 7 Neutral (white) AC wire 8 Hot (black) AC wire

Interconnect wire

9 10 Foam gasket 11 Alignment Tab On Alarm

Turn to attach to bracket

12 13 Turn to remove from bracket

noisy power. Examples of noisy power could be major appliances on the same cir dimmer on the same circuit or mounted near fluorescent lighting. Excessively noisy power may cause damage to your Alarm.

If any Smoke Alarm does not alarm, TURN OFF POWER and recheck connections. If any Smoke Alarm still does not alarm when you test it

estoring power, replace it immediately.

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Make sure the Alarm is not receiving excessively

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERCONNECTED SMOKE ALARMS

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Inter units, especially if a fire starts in a remote area of the home. If any Smoke Alarm in the series senses smoke, all units will alarm. This Smoke Alarm can be inter SA4121B, SA100B, SC9120B and Models 100S, 4120 series, 9120 series, 7010 series; Heat Alarm Models HD6135F SC6120B.

connect units within a single family residence only. Otherwise all

Inter households will experience unwanted alarms when you test any unit in the series. Interconnected units will only work if they are wired to compatible units and all r

connected units must meet ALL of the following

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A maximum of 18 units total may be inter

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• The same fuse or circuit breaker must power all interconnected Smoke Alarms.

The total length of wir

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eady part of your household wiring, you will need to install one.

alr This type of wire is commonly available at Hardware and Electrical Supply stores.

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REGULAR

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MAINTENANCE

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• Test it at least once a week.

• Clean the Smoke Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum off any dust using your household vacuum’ and test the Smoke Alarm after cleaning. Never use water cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit.

If the Smoke Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt,

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

• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Locations to Avoid For Smoke Alarms” for details.

• If the strobe light is loose or broken, the entire unit should be replaced immediately. Never remove the strobe light lens for any reason. Doing so can permanently damage the unit and will void your war

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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 and the str

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you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention. NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death. If the unit alarms and you are not absolutely certain of the source of the smoke, get everyone out of the house immediately.

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RESPONDING TO AN ALARM,

• Never disconnect the AC power to quiet an unwanted alarm. Disconnecting the power disables the alar sense smoke. This will remove your protection. Instead open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit. The alarm will

eset automatically

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ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD: Attempting to disconnect the power connector from the unit when the power is on may result in electrical shock, serious injur

When an inter alarm indicator light on the unit(s) that triggered the alarm will blink rapidly. It will remain OFF on any remaining units.

If the unit alarms and you are not absolutely certain of the source of the smoke, get everyone out of the house immediately your family escape plan. Stay as low to the ground as possible, and cover your mouth with a damp cloth. Never open a door before testing it to see if it is hot. Call the Fir them your address then name. Read “What To Do In Case Of Fire” for more information.

If the unit alarms and you are certain that the source of smoke is not a fire—cooking smoke or an extremely dusty furnace, for example—open a nearby window or door and fan the smoke away fr will silence the alarm, and once the smoke clears the unit will reset automatically.

connected system of AC powered units is in alarm, the

WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE

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

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• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don’t 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. Don’t open a hot door. Keep doors and windows closed, unless you must escape through them.

• Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably wet).

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Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.

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• Never go back inside a burning building for any reason. Contact your Fir

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IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM

Smoke Alarms may not operate properly because of a build-up of dirt, dust or gr location. Alarms with battery back-up may not work because of dead, missing or weak batteries. Clean the Smoke Alarm as described in “Regular Maintenance”—and install a fr back-up—then test the Smoke Alarm again. If it fails to test pr when you use the test button, or if the problem persists, replace the Smoke Alarm immediately

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If the str r r your warranty.

Always discharge the branch circuit before servicing an AC or AC/DC Smoke Alar br with batter 5-10 seconds to dischar

If the Smoke Alarm is still not operating pr warranty Warranty below.

ease on the Smoke Alarm cover

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

elocating the Smoke Alar

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

LIMITED WARRANTY

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

oducts, warrants that for a period of ten years from the date

brand pr

chase, this product will be free from defects in material and

of pur workmanship. BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the pr period. Replacement will be made with a new or r product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar pr your exclusive warranty

This warranty is valid for the original r initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales

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r 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 conditions of this warranty

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting fr improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly authorized service center. Further, the warranty does not cover Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that ar

BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the br the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty 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 fr

oof of pur

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chase is required to obtain warranty performance.

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each of any express or implied warranty. Except to

om state to state or pr

How to Obtain Warranty Service Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer.

der to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs

In or Division at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Central Standar Monday thr model number and date of purchase available when calling.

For Warranty Service return to:

BRK Brands, Inc., 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906

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RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT FOR HEARING IMPAIRED SMOKE ALARMS WITH INTEGRATED STROBE LIGHT

Smoke Alarms with Integrated Strobe lights intended for the hearing impaired should be located in the bedroom where a hearing impaired person sleeps. Additional alarms should be located in any room where a hearing impair smoke danger.

According to NFPA 72, for wall mounting, a 177 candela strobe light must be used in a sleeping area when mounting height of lens is less than 24 inches (61 cm) from the ceiling. A Smoke Alarm with an integrated Strobe light must be placed in accordance with the Smoke Alarm placement r

For Wall Mounting the alarm should be between 4 inches and 12 inches (102 mm and 305 mm) from ceiling to avoid the "dead air space". For Ceiling Mounting the alarm should be placed at least 4 inches (102 mm)

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STROBE LIGHT OUTPUT FOR WALL & CEILING MOUNTING

The intensity of the str In other words, the light is brightest directly in front of the strobe light and is progressively less bright to either side. As required by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), the following illustrations show how the strobe light is dispersed. Use them to help you choose where to locate units for the hearing impaired.

PHOTOSENSITIVE EPILEPSY AND STROBE FLASH RATES

Individuals who ar

eased probability for seizures with multiple strobe lights flashing

an incr asynchronously. The frequency or speed of flashing light that is most likely to cause seizur lights most likely to trigger seizur 30 flashes per second (Hertz). This strobe light flashes at about 1 flash per second.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, most workplaces and places serving the public, including theaters, r

e required to have fire alarms, which flash as well as ring so that

ar people who cannot hear or cannot hear well will know that there is an

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ALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES

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For minimum security install one Smoke Alarm as close to each sleep ing area as possible. For more security, put one in each room. Many older mobile homes (especially those built befor insulation. If your mobile home is not well insulated, or if you ar of the amount of insulation, it is important to install units on inside walls

. Smoke Alarms should be installed where temperatures normally

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

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AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDA

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Smoke Alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping r side each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit, including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics.

In new construction, Alarms shall be so arranged that operation of any one Alarm shall cause the operation of all Alarms within the dwelling.

Smoke Detection-Ar

number of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the r the householder consider the use of additional Smoke Alarms for those

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ar ment, bedr not protected by the required Smoke Alarms. The installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or garages is not normally r conditions that can result in improper operation.

California State Fire Marshal (CSFM)

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For best per Smoke Alarms in these areas:

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• In insect infested areas. Insects can clog openings to the sensing

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

Avoiding Dead Air Spaces

“Dead air” spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarm. To avoid dead air spaces, follow the installation recommendations below.

On ceilings, install Smoke Alarms as close to the center of the ceiling as possible. If this is not possible, install the Smoke Alarm at least 4 inches (102 mm) fr

For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes), the top edge of Smoke Alarms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (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, measur horizontally. Additional Smoke Alarms may be required depending on the length, angle, etc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFPA 72 for details on r

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ning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detec-

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Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles form when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens, garages, and fur (6 meters) fr water heater, space heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot (6 m) distance is not possible – in modular example – it is recommended the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The placement recommenda-

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In air str into the sensing chamber of a Smoke Alarm near the kitchen.

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chamber and cause unwanted alarms. Less than 12 inches (305mm) away fr

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reaching the Smoke Alarm.

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Battery (DC) operated Smoke Alarms: Provide protection even when electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Units ar However, they do not provide interconnected functionality.

AC powered Smoke Alarms: Can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails. AC Smoke Alarms must be installed by a qualified electrician. AC/DC powered Smoke Alarms: (AC with battery back-up): Can be inter operate if electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. AC/DC Smoke Alarms must be installed by a qualified electrician.

ireless Interconnected Alarms:Offer the same interconnected

functionality as with har to install and do not require professional installation. They provide

otection even when electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh

pr and corr

Smoke Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup power systems:

with true or pur most battery-powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or squar If you ar the manufacturer to verify.

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Alarms should be installed for the hearing impaired. They include a visual alarm and an audible alarm horn, and meet the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act. These units can be inter one unit senses smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails. Units must be installed by a qualified electrician.

Alar 177 candela strobe light, which flashes rapidly when the unit is in alarm. This unit is specially designed to wake hearing impaired persons. It featur strobe light that flashes rapidly when the unit senses smoke.

Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards

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 car smoke r to NFP Code) and NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire Protection Association, One Batterymar your local building codes which may also r construction or in different areas of the home.

SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERA

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1. Single-Family Residence: Single family home, townhouse. It is

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pr ordinances/regulations.

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dinances/regulations.

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Smoke Alarms may not detect fire on another floor or area of the home. For example, a stand-alone unit on the second floor may not

detect smoke from a basement fire until the fire spreads. This may not give you enough time to escape safely. That is why recommended minimum protection is at least one unit in every sleeping area, and every bedroom on every level of your home. 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 safety experts recommend installing interconnected AC powered units with battery back-up (see “About Smoke Alarms”) or professional fire detection systems, so if one unit senses smoke, all units alarm. Interconnected units 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 curr located outside a closed or partially closed door consumed alcohol or drugs, 3) the alarm is dr ster ing impair and audible alarms, should be installed for hearing impair

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.

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operty or life insurance.

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