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OWNER'S MANUAL
PLEASE READ AND SAVE!
Installer: Please leave this manual with the product.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HEAT ALARMS
Heat alarms are not life safety devices and are not designed to detect
smoke or fire. They are intended to detect temperatures of 135
provide an additional source of information that is supplemental to
smoke alarms to increase the probability that an early warning will
be provided to increase chances of life and property safety.
FEATURES
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This heat alarm is powered by 120 VAC and a 9 Volt battery backup source. AC/
DC heat alarms offer added protection in the event of a power failure or a drained
battery.
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This heat alarm can be interconnected with as many as 12 other USI alarms
(Models USI-1103, USI-1203, USI-1204, USI-1208, USI-1209, USI-1213, USI-3204,
USI-5204 and 6 other units which may be a combination of Carbon Monoxide
Alarms such as USI-7385, USI-7390, USI-7485, USI-7490 and USI-7795, USI-
2430 Heat Alarms or USI-960 Relay Modules, for a total of not more than 18
interconnected devices.
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This heat alarm will not attach to the mounting ring if a battery is not in the battery
chamber.
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This heat alarm will sound a short beep about once a minute if the battery is weak
or improperly connected.
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The green LED indicates that the heat alarm is receiving AC power and is working
under normal operation.
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A loud 85 decibels at 10 feet alarm horn will sound to alert you of an emergency.
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The test button checks heat alarm operation.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number
Electrical Rating
Interconnect
Interconnect with
UL Temperature Rating
UL Maximum Ambient Temperature
at Unit
Operating Temperature
UL Recommended Coverage
UL Recommended Spacing
Maximum Distance from Wall
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MODEL USI-2430
HEAT ALARM
120 VAC WITH
9V BATTERY BACKUP
HD-130
120 VAC, 60 Hz, 50 mA maximum, 9 Volt
battery backup
18 units maximum
Up to 5 USI heat alarms or relay modules and
up to 12 USI smoke alarm models
135
o
F (57
o
C) fixed temperature
100
o
F
o
o
-10
F to 158
F (-23
2500 square feet
50 feet
25 feet
o
F to
o
o
C to 70
C)
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Summary of Contents for Universal Security Instruments HEAT ALARM USI-2430
- Page 1 www.SmokeAlarms.com Visit Us on the Web! OWNER'S MANUAL PLEASE READ AND SAVE! Installer: Please leave this manual with the product. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HEAT ALARMS Heat alarms are not life safety devices and are not designed to detect smoke or fire.
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
• Maximum alarm coverage has been determined by UL to provide detection time equal to sprinkler devices spaced at 10 foot intervals (100 square foot area) on a smooth ceiling 15 ft. x 8 in. high. Higher ceilings can adversely affect detection time. - Page 3 • This heat alarm can only sound its alarm when it detects temperatures of 135 greater. Heat alarms do not sense smoke, fire or gas. In some fires, hazardous levels of toxic chemicals and smoke can build up before a heat alarm will operate. Temperatures may not reach 135 F to activate the heat alarm quickly enough to ensure safe escape.
- Page 4 NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION REQUIRED PROTECTION For your information, the National Fire Protection Association's Standard 72, reads as follows: “11.5.1 One- and Two-Family Dwelling Units. 11.5.1.1 Smoke Detection. Where required by applicable laws, codes, or standards for the specified occupancy, approved single- and multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed as follows: (1) In all sleeping rooms.
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Page 5: Mobile Home Installation
HEAT ALARM LOCATIONS Install a heat alarm as close to the center of the ceiling as possible. If the center is not practical, mount the heat alarm no closer than 4 inches from a wall or corner. If the ceiling is not practical or the mounting surface becomes considerably warmer or cooler than the room, such as a poorly insulated ceiling, below an unfinished attic or an exterior wall (if local codes allow), install the heat alarm on inside walls with the top of the alarm between 4 and 12 inches from the ceiling/wall intersections. -
Page 6: Installation
INSTALLATION Installation of this unit must conform to the electrical codes in your area; Article 760 of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 72, 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. - Page 7 Interconnected CO alarms will only respond if a CO alarm / event initiates the alarm. All other alarms remain silent. Interconnected smoke alarms, heat alarms and relay modules will only respond if a smoke alarm / event or heat alarm / event initiates the alarm. All CO alarms remain silent.
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Page 8: Operation, Testing & Maintenance
OPERATION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE OPERATION: The heat alarm is operating once the power is connected and turned on (the battery must also be installed). When air temperature above 135 F is sensed, the unit sounds a loud alarm which continues until the air is cleared. This alarm incorporates the internationally recognized horn signal for evacuation. -
Page 9: What To Do When The Alarm Sounds
DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN o Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room. Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder. o Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of fire. - Page 10 This Warranty is only valid for merchandise purchased from outlets in the United States and Canada. Visit Us on the Web! www.SmokeAlarms.com 11407 Cronhill Drive, Suite A Owings Mills, Maryland 21117 USA ©2000 UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. 288-3256-00D Printed in China...