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1. J A Unswitched 120VAC B To additional units Maximum 18 total 60 Hz source Maximum 12 Smoke Alarms 1 Smoke Alarm 4 Wire Nut 7 Interconnect Wire 2 Ceiling or Wall 5 Junction Box 8 Hot Wire BIk 3 Power Connector 6 Neutral Wire Wht WEEKLY TESTING AWARNING e 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 Alarm s operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories Inc UL e 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 strobe light does not flash during testing the Smoke Alarm should be replaced ACAUTION 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 harm your hearing 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 Press and hold the test button on the cover until the alarm sounds it may continue alarming briefly after you release 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 replace it immediately During testing you will hear a l2. a build up of dirt dust or grease on the Smoke Alarm cover or installation in an improper 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 fresh battery if unit has battery back up then test the Smoke Alarm again If it fails to test properly when you use the test button or if the problem persists replace the Smoke Alarm immediately e If you experience frequent non emergency alarms like those caused by cooking smoke try relocating the Smoke Alarm e Ifthe alarm sounds when no smoke is visible try cleaning or relocating the Smoke Alarm The cover may be dirty e Ifthe alarm does not sound during testing make sure it is receiving AC power from the household current ACAUTION If the strobe light lens 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 warranty AWARNING Always discharge the branch circuit before servicing an AC or AC DC Smoke Alarm First turn off the AC power at the circuit breaker or fuse box Next remove the battery from Smoke Alarms with battery back up Finally press and hold the test button for 5 10 seconds to discharge the branch circuit Do not try fixing the alarm yourself this will void your warranty If the Smoke Alarm is still not operating
3. 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 Avoid For Smoke Alarms before you begin installation Tools you will need Standard Flathead screwdriver THE PARTS OF THIS SMOKE ALARM The Foam Gasket The foam gasket prevents air currents from coming through the junction box and blowing smoke away from the sensor It must be installed to comply with UL standards When installing the foam gasket line up the cut outs with the power input block on the Smoke Alarm Parts of the Smoke Alarm Mounting slot and screw 1 of 2 Junction box Mounting bracket Mounting Bracket Alignment Arrow Mounting slot and screw 1 of 2 Wire strip gauge Neutral white AC wire Hot black AC wire Interconnect wire IN ID JO JA oO JN Foam gasket bracket counterclockwise The Power Connector The power connector plugs into a power input block on the Smoke Alarm and supplies it AC power Black wire is hot eWhite wire is neutral Orange wire is used for interconnect If you need to remove the power connector turn POWER OFF first To remove the power connector insert a flat screwdriver blade between the power connector and the security tab inside the power input block Gently pry back the tab and pull t
4. 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 current standards it may not be heard if 1 the unit 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 hearing impaired or sound sleepers Special purpose units like those with visual and audible alarms should be installed for hearing impaired residents 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 Like any electronic device Smoke Alarms are made of components that can wear out or fail at any time You must test the unit weekly to ensure your continued
5. hearing impaired person sleeps Additional alarms should be located in any room where a hearing impaired person may be present and need to be notified of a 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 recommendations 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 from wall or corner see Locations to Avoid for Smoke Alarms below In addition for wall or ceiling mounting the unit must be located within 16 linear feet 4 8 meters from top of lens to the pillow See diagram RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT Ss 4in or more for smok A Smoke with 4 12 ii with Integrated Strobe Smoke with 4 12 in Integrated Strobe Y Strobe only 80 96 in i 1 i 1 1 1 is Maximum ian 16 Maximum STROBE LIGHT OUTPUT FOR WALL amp CEILING MOUNTING The intensity of the strobe light gradually lessens as the angle increases 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 illustratio
6. in order to determine their response to the sound of the smoke alarm while sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event of an emergency Smoke Alarms cannot work without power Battery operated units cannot work if the batteries are missing disconnected or dead if the wrong type of batteries are used or if the batteries are not installed correctly AC units cannot work if the AC power is cut off for any reason open fuse or circuit breaker failure along a power line or at a power station electrical fire that burns the electrical wires etc If you are concerned about the limitations of battery or AC power install both types of units Smoke Alarms cannot detect fires if the smoke does not reach them Smoke from fires in chimneys or walls on roofs or on the other side of closed doors may not reach the sensing chamber and set off the alarm That is why one unit should be installed inside each bedroom or sleeping area especially if bedroom or sleeping area doors are closed at night and in the hallway between them 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
7. protection 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 immediately if it is not operating properly You should always replace a Smoke Alarm after 10 years from date of purchase Write the purchase date on the space provided on back of unit BRK is a registered trademark of BRK Brands Inc First Alert is a registered trademark of the First Alert Trust Printed in Mexico M08 0142 001 K1 08 07
8. you are unsure of the amount of insulation it is important to install units on inside walls only Smoke Alarms should be installed where temperatures normally remain between 40 F 4 C and 100 F 38 IMPORTANT This equipment should be installed in accordance with NFPA National Fire Protection Association 72 and 101 National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 9101 Additional local building and regulatory codes may apply in your area Always check compliance requirements before beginning any installation AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS NFPA 72 National Fire Code Smoke Alarms shall be installed in each separate sleeping room out 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 Are More Smoke Alarms Desirable The required number of Smoke Alarms might not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door from the areas protected by the required Smoke Alarms For this reason it is recommended that the householder consider the use of additional Smoke Alarms for those areas for increased protection The additional areas include the base ment bedrooms dining room
9. AC POWERED IONIZATION SMOKE ALARM FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED Input 120V AC 60Hz 053 A Standby 059 A Alarm Strobe 177 candela minimum IMPORTANT PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE This user s manual contains important information about your Smoke Alarm s operation If you are installing this Smoke Alarm for use by others you must leave this manual or a copy of it with the end user i 7 s LISTED TO Printed in Mexico UL 217 M08 0142 001 K1 08 07 Models 100S SA100B TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction s smusisens snra n uE E D a E E 1 Fire Safety TipS 00 0 c cece cece eee eee eee eee eee 1 Before You Install This Smoke Alarm 0 0000eeeeeeeaee 1 How To Install This Smoke Alarm 00 00 e eee eee eee 2 3 Weekly Testing 00 cece cece eee eee eee eee eens 3 Regular Maintenance 000s eee eee eee eee eee eee 3 If This Smoke Alarm Sounds 0 000 cece eee e eee eee 3 4 What To Do In Case Of Fire 2 0 c cece eee eee 4 If You Suspect A Problem 000s cece eee eee eee 4 Limited Warranty 00 ccc eee eee eee eee 4 Recommended Placement For Hearing Impaired Smoke Alarms With Integrated Strobe Light 4 5 Locations To Avoid For Smoke Alarms 0000eeee eee ee 5 About Smoke Alarms 0 00 0 c cece cece eee eee eee 6 Special Compliance Considerations 0 0eee eee e ene 6 Limitations Of Smoke Alarms 00 0c c eee eee eee eel 6 INTRODUCTION Thank y
10. Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel burning source and thus reduce unwanted alarms Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke Alarm is placed directly next to a fuel burning source Ventilate these areas as much as possible e In air streams near kitchens Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the sensing chamber of a Smoke Alarm near the kitchen e In very damp humid or steamy areas or directly near bathrooms with showers Keep units at least 10 feet 3 meters away from showers saunas dishwashers etc e Where the temperatures are regularly below 40 F 4 C or above 100 F 38 C including unheated buildings outdoor rooms porches or unfinished attics or basements e In very dusty dirty or greasy areas Do not install a Smoke Alarm directly over the stove or range Keep laundry room Smoke Alarms free of dust or lint e Near fresh air vents ceiling fans or in very drafty areas Drafts can blow smoke away from the unit preventing it from reaching the sensing chamber e In insect infested areas Insects can clog openings to the sensing chamber and cause unwanted alarms e Less than 12 inches 305mm away from fluorescent lights Electrical noise can interfere with the sensor e n dead air spaces Dead air spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarm Avoiding Dead Air Spaces Dead air spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke Alarm To avoid dead air spaces follow the
11. Never open a door before testing it to see if it is hot Call the Fire Department from outside and give 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 from the unit This will silence the alarm and once the smoke clears the unit will reset automatically WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE e Don t panic stay calm Follow your family escape plan e Get out of the house as quickly as possible Don t stop to get dressed or collect anything e 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 e Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth preferably wet Take short shallow breaths e Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely e Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside Give your address then your name e Never go back inside a burning building for any reason e Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer AWARNING Alarms have various limitations See Limitations of Smoke Alarms for details IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM Smoke Alarms may not operate properly because of
12. UNDS RESPONDING TO AN ALARM During an alarm you will hear a loud repeating horn pattern 3 beeps pause 3 beeps pause and the strobe light will be flashing AWARNING e If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit it is warning you of a potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention NEVER ignore any alarm Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or death If the unit alarms and you are not absolutely certain of the source of the smoke get everyone out of the house immediately Continued RESPONDING TO AN ALARM Continued e Never disconnect the AC power to quiet an unwanted alarm Disconnecting the power disables the alarm so it cannot sense smoke This will remove your protection Instead open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit The alarm will reset automatically ADANGER e ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Attempting to disconnect the power connector from the unit when the power is on may result in electrical shock serious injury or death IMPORTANT When an interconnected system of AC powered units is in alarm the 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 Stay calm and follow your family escape plan Stay as low to the ground as possible and cover your mouth with a damp cloth
13. afety experts recommend wiring these units on the same circuits as appliances so it is more readily apparent if the circuit fails Whichever circuit you choose it is recommended you also install battery powered units as back ups in case of fire on the circuit powering the AC powered units Never disconnect the power from an AC powered Smoke Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm Doing so will disable the unit and remove your protection In the case of a true unwanted alarm open a window or fan the smoke away from the unit The alarm will reset automatically when it returns to normal operation Never remove the batteries from a battery operated Smoke Alarm to stop an unwanted alarm caused by cooking smoke etc Instead open a window or fan the smoke away The Smoke Alarm will reset automatically ACAUTION e Connect this Smoke Alarm ONLY to other compatible units See How To Install This Smoke Alarm for details Do not connect it to any other type of alarm or auxiliary device Connecting anything else to this unit may damage it or prevent it from operating properly The Mounting Bracket Installs onto the junction box It has a variety of screw slots to fit most boxes If a junction box is not already in place install one using standard 12 or 14 gauge copper wire To remove the mounting bracket from the Smoke Alarm base hold the Smoke Alarm base firmly and twist mounting HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM This Smoke Alarm is
14. alled AC DC Smoke Alarms must be installed by a qualified electrician Wireless Interconnected Alarms Offer the same interconnected functionality as with hardwired alarms without wires Units are easy to install and do not require professional installation They provide protection even when electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed Smoke Alarms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup power systems AC powered Smoke Alarms should only be operated with true or pure sine wave inverters Operating this Smoke Alarm with most battery powered UPS uninterruptible power supply products or square wave or quasi sine wave inverters will damage the Alarm If you are not sure about your inverter or UPS type please consult with the manufacturer to verify Smoke Alarms for the hearing impaired Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for the hearing impaired They include a visu al alarm and an audible alarm horn and meet the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act These units can be interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm They do not operate if electricity fails Units must be installed by a qualified electrician This Smoke Alarm is an AC powered unit that has an 85 decibel alarm and a 177 candela strobe light which flashes rapidly when the unit is in alarm This unit is specially designed to wake hearing impaired persons It features an 85 dB alarm plus a b
15. ation 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 tions are correct and the power indicator still does not light when you restore the power the unit should be replaced immediately Test the 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 after you release the button During testing you will hear a loud repeating horn pattern 3 beeps pause 3 beeps pause In an interconnected series you must test each Smoke Alarm individually IMPORTANT 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 after restoring power replace it immediately FOLLOW THESE INSTALLATION STEPS Continued SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERCONNECTED SMOKE ALARMS AWARNING e Failure to meet any of the requirements for interconnecting Smoke Alarms could damage the units and cause them to malfunction removing your protection AC and AC DC Smoke Alarms can be interconnected Under AC power all units will alarm when one senses smoke When power is interrupted only the AC DC units in the series will continue to send and receive signals AC powered Smoke Alarms will not operate Interconnected units can provide earlier warning of fire than stand alone
16. furnace room utility room and hallways not protected by the required Smoke Alarms The installation of Smoke Alarms in kitchens attics finished or unfinished or garages is not normally recommended as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can result in improper operation California State Fire Marshal CSFM Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detec tion equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows A Smoke Alarm installed in each separate sleeping area in the vicinity but outside bedrooms and Heat or Smoke Alarms in the living rooms dining rooms bedrooms kitchens hallways finished attics furnace rooms closets utility and storage rooms basements and attached garages LOCATIONS TO AVOID FOR SMOKE ALARMS For best performance it is recommended you AVOID installing Smoke Alarms in these areas e Where combustion particles are produced Combustion particles form when something burns Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens garages and furnace rooms Keep units at least 20 feet 6 meters from the sources of combustion particles stove furnace water heater space heater if possible In areas where a 20 foot 6 m distance is not possible in modular mobile or smaller homes for example it is recommended the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel burning sources as possible The placement recommenda tions are intended to keep these
17. he connector free Alignment Tab On Alarm Turn to attach to bracket Turn to remove from bracket AWARNING Make sure the Alarm is not receiving excessively noisy power Examples of noisy power could be major appliances on the same circuit power from a generator or solar power light dimmer on the same circuit or mounted near fluorescent lighting Excessively noisy power may cause damage to your Alarm FOLLOW THESE INSTALLATION STEPS The basic installation of this Smoke Alarm is the similar whether you want to install one Smoke Alarm or interconnect more than one Smoke Alarm If you are interconnecting more than one Smoke Alarm you MUST read Special Requirements For Interconnected Smoke Alarms below before you begin installation ADANGER ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Turn off power before starting installation Remove the mounting bracket from the base Install the mounting bracket to the junction box Set the foam gasket against the back of the Smoke Alarm Using wire nuts connect the power connector to the household wiring STAND ALONE ALARM ONLY Connect the white wire on the power connector to the neutral wire in the junction box Connect the black wire on the power connector to the hot wire in the junction box Tuck the orange wire inside the junction box It is used for interconnect only INTERCONNECTED UNITS ONLY Strip off about 1 2 12 mm of the plastic coating on the o
18. ical single family home It alone will not meet requirements for boarding houses apartment buildings hotels or motels See Special Compliance Considerations for details ADANGER ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Turn off power to the area where you will install this Smoke Alarm at the circuit breaker or fuse box before beginning installation Failure to turn off the power before installation may result in serious electrical shock injury or death AWARNING e Installation of this Smoke Alarm must conform to the electrical codes in your area Article 760 of NFPA 70 NEC NFPA 72 NFPA 101 SBC SBCCI UBC ICBO NBC BOCA OTFDC CABO and any other local or building codes that may apply Wiring and installation must be performed by a licensed electrician Failure to follow these guidelines may result in injury or property damage This Smoke Alarm must be powered by a 24 hour 120VAC 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 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 off and it may fail to alarm Some safety experts recommend wiring warning devices like this unit on separate circuits from other appliances since these circuits are not as likely to be overloaded Other s
19. 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 from the wall or corner 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 measured 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 requirements for sloped or peaked ceilings ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS Battery DC operated Smoke Alarms Provide protection even when electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed Units are easy to install and do not require professional installation 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 interconnected so if one unit senses smoke all units alarm They will operate if electricity fails provided the batteries are fresh and correctly inst
20. ns show how the strobe light is dispersed Use them to help you choose where to locate units for the hearing impaired Angle Percent CEILING In Degrees Light Intensity 90 0 100 5 25 90 30 45 75 50 55 55 45 60 40 65 35 70 35 0 75 30 80 30 FIGURE 1 Light Output 85 25 for Ceiling Mount 90 25 FIGURE 2 Light Output for Wall Mount PHOTOSENSITIVE EPILEPSY AND STROBE FLASH RATES Individuals who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy might have an increased probability for seizures with multiple strobe lights flashing asynchronously The frequency or speed of flashing light that is most likely to cause seizures varies from person to person Generally flashing lights most likely to trigger seizures are between the frequency of 5 to 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 restaurants and recreation areas are required to have fire alarms which flash as well as ring so that people who cannot hear or cannot hear well will know that there is an emergency INSTALLING SMOKE ALARMS IN MOBILE HOMES 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 before 1978 have little or no insulation If your mobile home is not well insulated or if
21. oes not cover Acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with this unit BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty Some states provinces or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province How to Obtain Warranty Service Service If service is required do not return the product to your retailer In order to obtain warranty service contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1 800 323 9005 7 30 AM 5 00 PM Central Standard Time Monday through Friday To assist us in serving you please have the model number and date of purchase available when calling For Warranty Service return to BRK Brands Inc 25 Spur Drive El Paso TX 79906 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
22. ou for choosing First Alert for your hearing impaired Smoke Alarm with Strobe Light needs You have purchased a state of the art Smoke Alarm with Integrated Strobe Light designed to provide hearing impaired individuals with a visual warning of a fire Please take the time to read this manual and make the Smoke Alarm with Integrated Strobe Light an integral part of your family s safety plan Key Features of the 100S Smoke Alarm with Integrated Strobe Light 177 Candela Xenon Light Powerful 177 candela xenon strobe light provides effective visual warning to awaken hearing impaired residents 1 Hz Flash Rate 60 flashes per minute meets ADA ANSI 117 1 NFPA 72 and UL 1971 requirements for visual signaling devices Smoke Alarm Integrated Dual lonization smoke alarm Meets ADA Requirements Meets the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA 2007 BRK Brands Inc a Jarden Corporation company NYSE JAH 3901 Liberty Street Road Aurora IL 60504 8122 All rights reserved Consumer Affairs 800 323 9005 e www brkelectronics com www firstalert com All BRK and First Alert Smoke Alarms conform to regulatory requirements including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of combustion Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced in all fires e lonization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric 1 technology at detecting small particles which tend to be produced in greater amoun
23. oud repeating horn pattern 3 beeps pause 3 beeps pause The strobe light should flash every time you test the Smoke Alarm IMPORTANT When testing Smoke Alarms in an interconnected series you must test each unit individually Make sure all units alarm when each one is tested The strobe lights on all units should flash as each individual Smoke Alarm is tested REGULAR MAINTENANCE 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 e Test it at least once a week e Clean the Smoke Alarm at least once a month gently vacuum off any dust using your household vacuum s soft brush attachment and test the Smoke Alarm after cleaning Never use water cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit e f 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 ACAUTION e 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 warranty e Do not paint over the unit Paint may clog the openings to the sensing chamber and prevent the unit from operating properly IF THIS SMOKE ALARM SO
24. properly and it is still under warranty please see How to Obtain Warranty Service in the Limited Warranty below Ceiling Mounted Wall Mounted LIMITED WARRANTY BRK Brands Inc BRK the maker of BRK brand and First Alert brand products warrants that for a period of ten years from the date of purchase this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship BRK at its option will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component If the product is no longer available replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value This is your exclusive warranty This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable Keep the original sales receipt Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance BRK dealers service centers or retail stores selling BRK products do not have the right to alter modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following negligent use or misuse of the product use on improper voltage or current use contrary to the operating instructions disassembly repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized service center Further the warranty d
25. range wire on the power connector Connect the white wire on the power connector to the neutral wire in the junction box Connect the black wire on the power connector to the hot wire in the junction box Connect the orange wire on the power connector to the inter connect wire in the junction box Repeat for each unit you are interconnecting Never connect the hot or neutral wires in the junction box to the orange interconnect wire 4 Plug the power connector into the back of the Smoke Alarm 5 Line up the alignment tab on the base with the alignment tab on the mounting bracket Turn the Smoke Alarm clockwise right until you hear the unit snap into place 6 Check all connections AWARNING Improper wiring of the power connector or the wiring leading to the power connector will cause damage to the Alarm and may lead to a non functioning Alarm STAND ALONE ALARM ONLY e If you are only installing one Smoke Alarm restore power to the junction box INTERCONNECTED UNITS ONLY e If you are interconnecting multiple Smoke Alarms repeat steps 1 6 for each Smoke Alarm in the series When you are finished restore power to the junction box ADANGER ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Do not restore power until all smoke alarms are completely installed Restoring power before installation is complete may result in serious electrical shock injury or death Make sure the Smoke Alarm is receiving AC power Under normal oper
26. rilliant 177 candela strobe light that flashes rapidly when the unit senses smoke Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose All these Smoke Alarms are designed to provide early warning of fires if located installed and cared for as described in the user s manual and if smoke reaches them If you are unsure which type of unit to install refer to NFPA National Fire Protection Association 72 National Fire Alarm Code and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 9101 Also check your local building codes which may also require specific units in new construction or in different areas of the home SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS AWARNING This Smoke Alarm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in places housing many people like apartment buildings condominiums hotels motels dormitories hospitals long term health care facilities nursing homes day care facilities or group homes of any kind even if they were once single family homes It is not a suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses industrial facilities commercial buildings and special purpose non residential buildings which require special fire detection and alarm systems Depending on the building codes in your area this Smoke Alarm may be used to provide addi
27. s Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 4 Hotels and Motels Also boarding houses and dormitories This Smoke Alarm is suitable for use inside individual sleeping resident rooms provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways or porches Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS Smoke Alarms have played a key role in reducing deaths resulting from home fires worldwide However like any warning device Smoke Alarms can only work if they are properly located installed and maintained and if smoke reaches them They are not foolproof Smoke alarms may not waken all individuals Practice the escape plan at least twice a year making sure that everyone is involved from kids to grandparents Allow children to master fire escape planning and practice before holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping If children or others do not readily waken to the sound of the smoke alarm or if there are infants or family members with mobility limitations make sure that someone is assigned to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency It is recommended that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping
28. ther reliable means of escape from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked BEFORE YOU INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM IMPORTANT Read Recommended Locations for Smoke Alarms and Locations to Avoid For Smoke Alarms before beginning This unit monitors the air and when smoke reaches its sensing chamber it alarms It can give you more time to escape before fire spreads This unit can ONLY give an early warning of developing fires if it is installed maintained and located where smoke can reach it and where all resi dents can hear it as described in this manual This unit will not sense gas heat or flame It cannot prevent or extinguish fires Understand The Different Type of Smoke Alarms Battery powered or electrical Different Smoke Alarms provide 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 For Smoke Alarms and Locations To Avoid For Smoke Alarms for details Know What Smoke Alarms Can and Can t Do A Smoke Alarm can help alert you to fire giving you precious time to escape It can only sound an alarm once smoke reaches the sensor See Limitations of Smoke Alarms for details Check Your Local Building Codes This Smoke Alarm is designed to be used in a typ
29. tional protection in these facilities The following information applies to all four building types below In new construction most building codes require the use of AC or AC DC powered Smoke Alarms only In existing construction AC AC DC or DC powered Smoke Alarms can be used as specified by local building codes Refer to NFPA 101 Life Safety Code or NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code local building codes or consult your Fire Department for detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as households 1 Single Family Residence Single family home townhouse It is recommended Smoke Alarms be installed on every level of the home in every bedroom and in each bedroom hallway 2 Multi Family or Mixed Occupant Residence Apartment building condominium This Smoke Alarm is suitable for use in individual apart ments or condos provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways or porches Using this Smoke Alarm in common areas may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire protection ordinances regulations 3 Institutions Hospitals day care facilities long term health care facilities This Smoke Alarm is suitable for use in individual patient sleep ing resident rooms provided a primary fire detection system already exists to meet fire detection requirements in common areas like lobbies hallways or porche
30. ts by flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a wastebasket or a grease fire in the kitchen Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization p technology at detecting large particles which tend to be produced in greater amounts by smoldering fires which may smolder for hours before bursting into flame Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding For maximum protection use both types of Smoke Alarms on each level and in every bedroom of your home FIRE SAFETY TIPS Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations 1 Use smoking materials properly Never smoke in bed 2 Keep matches or lighters away from children 3 Store flammable materials in proper containers 4 Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don t overload elec trical circuits 5 Keep stoves barbecue grills fireplaces and chimneys grease and debris free 6 Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended 7 Keep portable heaters and open flames like candles away from flammable materials 8 Don t let rubbish accumulate Keep alarms clean and test them weekly Replace alarms immediately if they are not working properly Smoke Alarms that do not work cannot alert you to a fire Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor and an additional one in the kitchen Have fire escape ladders or o
31. 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 interconnected with First Alert Smoke Alarm Models SA4120 SA4121B SA100B SC9120B and BRK Electronics Smoke Alarm Models 100S 4120 series 9120 series 7010 series BRK Electronics Heat Alarm Models HD6135F HD6135FB Smoke CO Alarm Model SC6120B IMPORTANT Interconnect units within a single family residence only Otherwise all 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 requirements are met Interconnected units must meet ALL of the following requirements e A maximum of 18 units total may be interconnected Maximum of 12 Smoke Alarms The same fuse or circuit breaker must power all interconnected Smoke Alarms The total length of wire interconnecting the units should be less than 1000 feet 305 meters The interconnect wire should be 18 gauge or larger rated at least 300V If an interconnect wire is not already part of your household wiring you will need to install one This type of wire is commonly available at Hardware and Electrical Supply stores All wiring must conform to all local electrical codes and Article 760 of the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 Refer to NFPA 72 and or your local building code for further connection requirements
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