WHAT THIS SMOKE DETECTOR CAN DO
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1. TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS Nuisance alarms take place when smoke detectors are installed where they will not work properly To avoid nuisance alarms do not install smoke detectors in the following situations Combustion particles are the by products of something that is burning Thus in or near areas where combustion particles are present you do not install the smoke detectors to avoid nuisance alarms such as kitchens with few windows or poor ventilation garages where there may be vehicle exhaust near furnaces hot water heaters and space heaters Do not install smoke detectors less than 20 feet 6 meters away from places where combustion particles are normally present like kitchens If a 20 foot distance is not possible e g in a mobile home try to install the detector as far away from the combustion particles as possible preferably on the wall To prevent nuisance alarm alarms provide good ventilation in such places IMPORTANT For any reason do not disable the detector to avoid nuisance alarms e When air streams passing by kitchens the way how a detector can sense combustion particles in normal air flow paths is graphically shown in Figure 6 which indicates the correct and incorrect smoke detector locations concerning this problem AIR RETURN AIR ENTRY Figure 6 RECOMMENDED SMOKE DETECTOR LOCATIONS TO AVOID AIR STREAMS WITH COMBUSTION PARTICLES BEDROOM LIVING ROOM O CORRECT Location 3A iNcoRRECT2. detectors the product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from date of original purchase under normal use and service Seller s obligation is limited to repairing or replacing at its option free of charge for parts labour or transportation any part proven to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use and service Seller shall have no obligation under this warranty or otherwise if the product is altered or improperly repaired or serviced by anyone other than the Seller In case of defect contact the security professional who installed and maintains your security system or the Seller for product repair Returns may be sent to Everday RMA Center at 1601 N W 84 Avenue Miami Florida USA 33126 This one year Limited Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties obligations or liabilities THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES MADE BY SELLER IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE ANY ACTION OR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN 18 MONTHS OF DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO CASE SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
3. or apartment It is not meant to be used in lobbies hallways basements or another apartment in multi family buildings unless there are already working detectors in each family unit Smoke detectors placed in common areas outside of the individual living unit such as on porches or in hallways may not provide early warning to residents In multi family buildings each family living unit should set up its own detectors WARNING This detector is not meant to be used in non residential buildings Warehouses industrial or commercial buildings and special purpose non residential buildings require special fire detection and alarm systems This detector alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems for places where many people live or work such as hotels or motels The same is true of dormitories hospitals nursing homes or group homes of any kind even if they were once single family homes Please refer NFPA 101 the Life Safety Code NFPA71 72A 72B 72C 72D and 72E for smoke detector requirements for fire protection in buildings not defined as households WARNING This detector will not alert people who are hard of hearing It is strongly recommended that the special purpose smoke detectors using lights or vibrating devices should be installed to alert occupants who are hard of hearing LOCATIONS TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR Smoke detectors should be installed in accordance with the NFPA Standard 74 N
4. 7 EVERDAY TECHNOLOGY CO LTD n FIRE PROTECTION DETECTORS SINGLE STATION PHOTOELECTRIC SMOKE DETECTOR SD 738 w USER S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Miina aa a aiaia 1 LOCATIONS TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR 1 LOCATIONS NOT TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS creaa aaaea aiaia aaa AT ine 2 INSTALLING YOUR SMOKE DET ECT OR neeese 2 TESTING YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR seeren 3 TAKING CARE OF YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR 3 TIPS TO ENHANCE YOUR PROTECTION FROM FIRES 3 MORE TIPS TO FACE A FIRE IN YOUR HOME neee 3 SPECIFICATIONS o oo eee ii i i aa 4 SMOKE DETECTOR WITH OPTIONAL WIRELESS TRANSMITTER INFORMATION 0 eee eee eee eeeeeee 4 FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY 0 es seen eeeeees 4 INTRODUCTION Everday s single station photoelectric smoke detector is designed to sense smoke that comes into the detector chamber It does not sense gas heat or flame This smoke detector is designed to give early warning of developing fires by giving off the alarm sounds from its built in alarm horn It can provide precious time for you and your family to escape before a fire spreads However the smoke detector makes such pre warning of fire accident possible only if the detector is located installed and maintained properly as described in this User s Manual WARNING This smoke detector is designed for use in a single residential unit only which means that it should be used inside a single family home
5. Check In Supervision The MG SMK1 transmits a check in supervision signal to the receiver at regular intervals This value is pre determined and cannot be programmed Alarm Transmission Upon detection of an alarm condition smoke the detector will transmit an alarm signal every 30 seconds to the wireless receiver until the condition stops Once the alarm condition has stopped the detector will wait 5 seconds then transmit a restore signal to the wireless receiver The restore signal is transmitted only once to the receiver after an alarm condition has stopped Low Battery If the smoke detector experiences a low battery condition it will wait 5 minutes and then transmit a low battery signal to the receiver The smoke detector will continue to transmit a low battery signal every 12 hours until the battery is replaced Replacing the Battery After replacing the battery test the detector to ensure proper functioning refer to Testing the Smoke Detector Testing the Smoke Detector It is strongly recommended to test the smoke detector a minimum of once every month When the Test button is pressed the smoke detector sends an alarm signal to the wireless receiver If the smoke detector zone is defined as a Delayed 24hr Fire Zone the alarm signal is not sent to the central monitoring station If the smoke detector zone is defined as an Instant 24hr Fire Zone the alarm signal is immediately sent to the central monitoring they are somewhat bett
6. DAMAGES OR FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR UPON ANY OTHER BASIS OF LIABILITY WHATSOEVER EVEN IF THE LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE SELLER S OWN NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Seller does not represent that the product may not be compromised or circumvented that the product will prevent any personal injury or property loss by burglary robbery fire or otherwise or that the product will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection Buyer understands that a property installed and maintained alarm may only reduce the risk of a burglary robbery or fire occurring without providing an alarm but is not any insurance or guarantee that such will not occur or that there will be no personal injury or property loss as a result CONSEQUENTLY SELLER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE OR OTHER LOSS BASED ON A CLAIM THAT THE PRODUCT FAILED TO GIVE WARNING However if Seller is held liable whether directly or indirectly for any loss or damage arising under this Limited Warranty or otherwise regardless of cause or origin Seller s maximum liability shall not in any case exceed the purchase price of the product and such shall be the complete and exclusive remedy against Seller This warranty gives you spe
7. LOCATION In damp or very humid areas or near bathrooms with showers Moisture in humid air can enter the sensing chamber then turns into droplets upon cooling which can cause nuisance alarms Install smoke detectors at least 10 feet 3 meters away from bathrooms In very cold or very hot areas including unheated buildings or outdoor rooms If the temperature goes above or below the operating range of smoke detector it will not work properly The temperature range for your smoke detector is 40 F to 100 F 4 C to 38 C In very dusty or dirty areas dirt and dust can build up on the detector s sensing chamber to make it overly sensitive Additionally dust or dirt can block openings to the sensing chamber and keep the detector from sensing smoke Near fresh air vents or very drafty areas like air conditioners heaters or fans fresh air vents and drafts can drive smoke away from smoke detectors Dead air spaces are often at the top of a peaked roof or in the corners between ceilings and walls Dead air may prevent smoke from reaching a detector See Figures 4 and 5 for recommended mounting locations e In insect infested areas If insects enter a detector s sensing chamber they may cause a nuisance alarm Where bugs are a problem get rid of them before putting up a detector Near fluorescent lights electrical noise from fluorescent lights may cause nuisance alarms Install smoke detectors at least 5 fee
8. R SMOKE DETECTOR Test the detector weekly by pushing firmly on the test button with your finger until the horn sounds Testing method may take up to 20 seconds to sound the alarm horn These are only ways to be sure that detector is working correctly If the detector fails to test properly have it repaired or replaced immediately If you suspect that your detector does not go into alarm test it by pressing the test button with your finger to ensure if it works properly WARNING Never use an open flame of any kind to test your detector You may set fire to damage the detector as well as your home The built in test switch accurately tests all detector functions as required by Underwriters Laboratories They are the only correct ways to test the unit WARNING When you are not testing the unit and the alarm horn sounds a loud continuous sound this means the detector has sensed smoke or combustion particles in the air Be sure that the alarm horn is a warning of a possible serious situation which requires your immediate attention e The alarm could be caused by a nuisance situation Cooking smoke or a dusty furnace sometimes called friendly fires can cause the alarm to sound If this happens open a window or fan the air to remove the smoke or dust The alarm will turn off as soon as the air is completely clear NOTE Do not disconnect the power from the detector This will remove your protection from fires e If the alarm ho
9. TORS FORA MULTI FLOOR RESIDENCE SMOKE DETECTORS FOR MINIMUM SECURITY Install basement detectors at the bottom of the basement stairwell Install second floor detectors at the top of the first to second floor stairwell Be sure no door or other obstruction blocks the path of smoke to the detector Install additional detectors in your living room dining room family room attic utility and storage rooms Install smoke detectors as close to the center of the ceiling as possible If this is not practical put the detector on the ceiling no closer than 4 inches 10 cm from any wall or corner as shown in Figure 4 If ceiling mounting is not possible and wall mounting is permitted by your local and state codes put wall mounted detectors between 4 and 6 inches 10 15 cm from the ceiling also see Figure 4 Figure 4 RECOMMEN 6in Isem DED BEST 3 AND ACCEPTABLE LOCATIONS TO MOUNT SMOKE BEST LOCATION v 1 ACCEPTABLE LOCATION DETECTORS If some of your rooms have sloped peaked or gabled ceilings try to mount detectors 3 feet 0 9 meter measured horizontally from the highest point of the ceiling as shown in Figure 5 page 1 SD738 E100 04 2004 Figure 5 RECOMMENDED LOCATION TO DETECTOR MOUNT SMOKE DETECTORS IN ROOMS WITH SLOPED GABLED OR PEAKED CEILING 3 FEET HORIZONTAL DISTANCE FROM PEAK CAUTION As required by the California State Fire Marshall Early warnin
10. ational Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02169 For complete coverage in residential units smoke detectors should be installed in all rooms halls storage areas basements and attics in each family living unit Minimum coverage is one detector on each floor and one in each sleeping area Here we have good tips for you Install a smoke detector in the hallway outside every separate bedroom area as shown in Figure 1 Two detectors are required in homes with two bedroom areas as shown in Figure 2 Install a smoke detector on every floor of a multi floor home or apartment as shown in Figure 3 Install a minimum of two detectors in any household Install a smoke detector inside every bedroom Install smoke detectors at both ends of a bedroom hallway if the hallway is more than 40 feet 12 meters long Install a smoke detector inside every room where one sleeps with the door partly or completely closed since smoke could be blocked by the closed door and a hallway alarm may not wake up the sleeper if the door is closed DINING ROOM KITCHEN o Figure 1 LOCATIONS FOR PLACING SMOKE DETECTORS FOR SINGLE RESIDENCE WITH o ONLY ONE SLEEPING AREA LIVING ROOM SMOKE DETECTORS FOR MINIMUM SECURITY SMOKE DETECTORS FOR MORE SECURITY Figure 2 LOCATIONS FOR PLACING SMOKE DETECTORS FOR SINGLE FLOOR RESIDENCE WITH MORE THAN ONE SLEEPING AREA Figure 3 LOCATION FOR PLACING SMOKE DETEC
11. cific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state No increase or alteration written or verbal to this warranty is authorized ISSUSE NO SSDC738032004 REV B page 5 SD738 E100 04 2004
12. er at detecting fast flaming fires than slow smoldering fires Photoelectronic detectors sense smoldering fires better than flaming fires which have little if any visible smoke Because fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable in their growth neither type of detector is necessarily the best and a given detector may station In this case contact the central monitoring station before performing the test to avoid a false alarm Refer to the security system manual for more information on testing the security system To test the smoke detector 1 If the smoke detector zone is an Instant 24hr Fire Zone contact the Central Monitoring Station to advise them of the test 2 Press and hold the Test button for approximately 3 seconds until the buzzer activates 3 Ifthe zone is a Delayed Fire Zone the alarm will stop automatically If the zone is an Instant Fire Zone enter a valid code PIN to stop the alarm Product compatibility Sub assembly part MG SMK1 is compatible with Magellan models 6030 6060 in 432MHz frequency range WARNING This device is only approved to function with Magellan 6060 or 6030 WARNING This device is not intended as life saving device and should not be connected with any life saving device or fire system This device is only intended to be used in residences WARNING If the smoke detector does not emit an alarm connect or replace the battery and then re test the detector If the
13. erature Range Alarm Sound Level Indicator Light Low Battery Life Radio Frequency Wireless Ranget Sounder Alarm Pattern UL EU Sounder Alarm Pattern ULC Relative Humidity Dimensions SMOKE DETECTOR WITH OPTIONAL WIRELESS TRANSMITTER INFORMATION Wireless Installation Location The location of the wireless smoke detector affects the overall performance of the wireless system In order to ensure the best possible signal reception the following criteria should be respected whenever possible Select an installation site that is free of obstacles that reflect and absorb radio frequency RF signals as well as interference that may distort signals Avoid installation near or in the path of strong RF fields i e neon lights computers and on or near metal objects circuit breaker boxes air conditioners and heater ducts since they may cause interference and reduce the module s sensitivity Select a site that is not susceptible to drastic temperature changes Respect the maximum allowable distance between the smoke detector and the wireless receiver WARNING Do not cut bend or alter the antenna Ensure that the electrical wires do not cross over the antenna when connected Smoke Detector Zone Assignment When assigning the smoke detector to a wireless receiver and you are prompted to open and close the module s cover press anti tamper switch press the smoke detector s Test button to assign it to the receiver
14. g fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows 1 A smoke detector installed in each separate sleeping area in the vicinity but outside of the bedrooms and 2 Heat or smoke detectors in the living rooms dining rooms bedrooms kitchens hallways attics furnace rooms closets utility and storage rooms basements and attached garages For your information NFPA Standard 74 Section 2 4 reads as follows 2 4 1 1 Smoke detectors shall be installed outside of each separate 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 The provisions of 2 4 1 1 represent the minimum number of detectors required by this standard It is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional smoke detectors for increased protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required smoke detectors under 2 4 1 1 above The recommended additional areas are living room dining room bedroom s kitchen attic finished or unfinished furnace room utility room basement integral or attached garage and hallways not included in 2 4 1 1 above However the use of additional detectors remains the option of the householder We recommend complete coverage and use of additional smoke detectors LOCATIONS NOT
15. ignite other similar safety hazards arson smoking in bed children playing with matches or lighters etc Smoke detectors used in high air velocity conditions may have a delay in alarm due to dilution of smoke densities created by frequent and rapid air exchanges Additionally high air velocity environments may create increased dust contamination demanding more frequent detector maintenance Maintenance of smoke detectors must be done To keep your equipment in excellent working order ongoing monthly maintenance is required as outlined above and as per UL and NFPA standards Ata minimum the requirements of Chapter 7 of NFPA 72 the National Fire Alarm Code shall be followed A preventative maintenance agreement should be arranged through the local manufacturer s representative Though smoke detectors are designed for long life they may fail at any time Any smoke detector fire alarm equipment or any component of that system which fails must be repaired or replaced as soon as possible INFORMATION TO USER This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Digital Device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed t
16. ire developing on another level of a building Alarm warning devices such as bells or horns may not alert people or wake up sleepers if they are located on the other side of closed or partly open doors or on another level Persons may not hear a warning device over the noise levels of a radio air conditioner or appliances or traffic For this reason detectors are strongly recommended to be located on every level and in every bedroom within a building Alarm warning devices however loud may not warn hearing impaired people or waken deep sleepers Smoke detectors shall be located in any room where an alarm control is located or in any room where alarm control connections to an AC source or phone lines are made If detectors are not so located a fire within any of these rooms could prevent the QED control from reporting a fire Sensing limitations of smoke detectors lonization detectors and photoelectronic detectors are required to pass fire tests of the flaming and smoldering types This is to ensure that both can detect a wide range of fires lonization detectors offer a broad range of fire sensing capability but not always provide early warning of a specific type of fire In general detectors cannot be expected to provide warning for fires resulting from inadequate fire protection practices violent explosions escaping gases that ignite improper storage of flammable liquids like page 4 SD738 E100 04 2004 cleaning solvents that
17. ll help everyone remember these tips in case of a real fire emergency 1 Don t panic and stay calm Your safe escape may depend on thinking clearly and remembering what you have practiced 2 Get out of the house as quickly as possible Follow a planned escape route Do not stop to collect anything or to get dressed 3 Feel the doors to see if they are hot If they are not open them carefully Do not open a door if it is hot Use an alternate escape route 4 Stay close to the floor Smoke and hot gases rise 5 Cover your nose and mouth with a wet or damp cloth Take short shallow breaths 6 Keep doors and windows closed Open them only if you have to escape 7 Meet at your planned meeting place after leaving the house 8 Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside your house Give the address and your name 9 Never go back inside a burning building Contact your local Fire Department They will give you more ideas about how to make your home safer from fires and how to plan your family s escape SPECIFICATIONS Detector Type Single Station Smoke Detector Power 9VDC page 3 SD738 E100 04 2004 2 35 0 85 ft 32 F to 100 F 0 C to 38 C 85cB at 10 feet Red LED flashes once every 45 seconds Up to 30 days 432MHz 35m 115ft Evacuation Temporal Pattern Continuous Beeps 10 to 85 6 153 mm by 1 57 40 mm tTypical range in a residential environment Sensitivity Operating Temp
18. o provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes and modifications on equipment not expressly approved by Paradox Security Systems could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment EVERDAY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Everday Technology Co Seller 8 Lane 492 Ba Der St Shulin 238 Taipei Hsien Taiwan warrants its smoke
19. rn begins to beep once a minute this signal means that the detectors power is weak Recheck the DC power Keep proper DC power on hand for this purpose TAKING CARE OF YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR Your smoke detector is designed to be maintenance free as possible To keep your detector in good working order you must test the detector weekly as referring to section TESTING YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR Recheck the DC power when the low battery beep signal sounds once minute Open the cover and vacuum the dust off the detector s sensing chamber at least once a year Disconnect DC power before cleaning To clean detector use soft brush attachment to your vacuum Carefully remove any dust on detector components especially on the openings of the sensing chamber Reconnect DC power after cleaning Test detector to make sure DC power is in correctly Check to make sure there are no obstructions inside the test button If there is any dust in the test button insert a toothpick from the back to the front NOTE f nuisance alarms keep coming from the detector you should check whether the detector s location is adequate Refer to section WHERE TO INSTALL SMOKE DETECTORS Move your detector if it is not located properly Clean detector as described above e Clean detector cover when it gets dirty First open cover and disconnect DC power Hand wash the cover with cloth dampened with clean water Dry it with lint free cloth Do not get an
20. smoke detector still does not respond contact your distributor WARNING LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE DETECTORS TRANSMITTERS This smoke detector is designed to activate and initiate emergency action but will only do so when used in conjunction with an authorized fire alarm system This detector must be installed in accordance with NFPA standard 72 Smoke detectors will not work without power AC or DC powered smoke detectors will not work if for any reason the power supply is cut off An alarm signal sent by the wireless transmitter in this detector may be blocked or reflected by metal before reaching the alarm receiver Even if the signal path has been recently checked blockage may occur if a metal object is moved into the path Smoke detectors will not sense fires when smoke does not reach the detectors Smoldering fires typically do not generate a large amount of heat which is needed to drive smoke up to the ceiling where the smoke detector is usually located For this reason there may be large delays in detecting a smoldering fire with either an ionization type detector or a photoelectric type detector Either one of them may only generate an alarm after flaming has initiated which will generate the heat needed to drive the smoke to the ceiling Smoke from fires in chimneys in walks on roofs or on the other side of a closed door may not reach the smoke detector and generate an alarm A detector may not quickly detect or sense at all a f
21. t 1 5 meters from such lights WARNING Never remove power from a DC power operated detector to stop a nuisance alarm Open a window or fan the air around the detector to get rid of the smoke The alarm will turn itself off when the smoke is gone If nuisance alarms persist attempt to clean the detector as described in this User s Manual WARNING Do not stand close to the detector when the alarm is sounding The alarm is loud in order to wake you in an emergency Too much exposure to the horn at close range may be harmful to your hearing INSTALLING YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR This smoke detector is made to be mounted on the ceiling or on the wall if necessary Since this smoke detector is a single station type it cannot be linked to other detectors WARNING Do not connect this smoke detector to any other alarm or auxiliary device Connecting anything else to this detector will keep it from working properly Read LOCATIONS TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS and LOCATIONS NOT TO INSTALL YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS section in this Manual first and then decide where to install a detector Please follow these steps to install your smoke detector 1 Atthe place where you are going to install the detector draw a horizontal line six inches long 2 Remove the mounting bracket from your unit by rotating it counterclockwise 3 Place the bracket so that the two longest slots are aligned on the line In each of keyhole slots draw a mark
22. to locate a mounting plug and screw 4 Remove the bracket 5 Using a 3 16 inch 5mm drill bit drill two holes at the marks and insert plastic wall plugs Put the detector away from getting plaster dust on it when you drill holes for mounting 6 Using the two screws and plastic wall plugs all supplied attach the bracket to the wall 7 Line up the side slot of the bracket and the detector Push the detector onto the mounting bracket and turn it anti clockwise to fix it into place Pull outward on the detector to make sure it is securely attached to the mounting bracket slot 8 S300 8 The steps to open the detector cover and to install the battery are listed as follows page 2 SD738 E100 04 2004 1 To power Smoke detector requires an alkaline battery 2 Match terminals on the end s of the battery with opposite terminal connections on the detector Be sure to insert the alkaline battery in the position shown on the detector 3 When terminals are properly matched push battery firmly in until it snaps and cannot be shaken loose 9 When the detector power first makes contact with the detector the alarm horn may sound for one second This means normal and indicates that the power is positioned properly Close cover then press test button holding it down for about 5 seconds until the horn sounds The horn should sound a loud pulsating alarm This means the unit is working properly TESTING YOU
23. upply of extra batteries on hand for your battery powered smoke detectors 4 Develop a family escape plan and practice it with your entire family Be sure to include small children in your practice Draw a floor plan of your home and find two ways to exit from each room There should be one way to get out of each bedroom without opening the door Explain to children what the smoke detector alarm signal means Teach them that they must be prepared to leave the home by themselves if necessary Show them how to check to see if doors are hot before opening them Show them how to stay close to the floor and crawl if necessary Show them how to use the alternate exit if the door is hot and should not be opened Decide on a meeting place that has a safe distance from your house Make sure that all your children understand that they should go and wait for you there if there is a fire Hold fire drills at least every 6 months to make sure that everyone even small children knows what to do to escape safely Know where to go to call the Fire Department from outside your home Provide emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers and teach your family to use this equipment properly MORE TIPS TO FACE A FIRE IN YOUR HOME If you have made a family escape plan and practiced it with your family you have increased their chances of escaping safely Go over the following tips with your children each time you have fire drills This wi
24. y water on the detector components Reconnect the DC power and close cover Test detector to make sure that DC power works correctly TIPS TO ENHANCE YOUR PROTECTION FROM FIRES Putting up smoke detectors is only one step in protecting your family from fires You must also reduce the chances that fires will start in your home And you must increase your chances of escaping safely if one does start To have a good fire safety program you must apply the following tips to enhance your family s protection from fires 1 Install smoke detectors properly Carefully follow all the instructions in this manual Keep your smoke detectors clean and test them every week 2 Remember that detectors that do not work will not alert you Replace your smoke detectors immediately if they are not working properly 3 Follow fire safety rules and prevent hazardous situations Use smoking materials properly Never smoke in bed Keep matches and cigarette lighters away from children Store flammable materials in proper containers Never use them near open flame or sparks Keep electrical appliances in good condition Do not overload electrical circuits Keep stoves fireplaces chimneys and barbecue grills grease free Make sure they are properly installed and away from any combustible materials Keep portable heaters and open flames such as candles away from combustible materials Do not allow rubbish to accumulate Keep a s
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