Universal Security Instruments MP316S Instructions Manual page 6

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS
YOUR ALARM HAS BEEN DESIGNED WITH A PRODUCT END-OF-SERVICE LIFE WARNING
WHICH WILL SOUND AFTER APPROXIMATELY 10 YEARS OF OPERATION FROM INITIAL
POWER UP.
NOTE: MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS REPLACEMENT OF THIS ALARM 10 YEARS AFTER
DATE OF INSTALLATION. NOTE: NUMEROUS ALARMS OR PROLONGED ALARMING IS
NOT TYPICAL AND WILL CONSUME THE BATTERY CAPACITY, SHORTENING THE LIFE
OF THIS PRODUCT.
NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this smoke alarm. You might accidentally
damage or set fire to the smoke alarm or to your home. The built-in test switch accurately
tests the smoke alarm's operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL).
If you choose to use an aerosol smoke product to test the smoke alarm, be certain to use
one that has been Listed to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Safety Standards and use it
only as directed. Use of non-UL Listed products or improper use of UL Listed products may
affect the smoke alarm's sensitivity.
NUISANCE ALARM SILENCE FEATURE: This feature is to be used only when a known alarm
condition, such as smoke from cooking, activates the smoke alarm. The smoke alarm Silence
Feature is activated by pushing and releasing the Test/Silence button on the smoke alarm cover
while in alarm condition. The smoke alarm will automatically reduce sensitivity and the red LED
will blink on approx. every 10 seconds to indicate the alarm is in the Silence mode. The smoke
alarm will gradually regain normal sensitivity and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still
present. The approx. 10 minute Silence feature may be used repeatedly until the air has cleared, by
pushing and releasing the Test/Silence button again. Resetting the smoke alarm after a nuisance
alarm is recommended.
NOTE: If the Test/Silence button is pressed and held during the Silence mode, the smoke alarm
will be tested normally. Upon the release of the Test/Silence button, the Silence mode will be
restarted.
Before using the alarm Silence Feature, identify the source of smoke and be certain that
safe conditions exist.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE: Test the alarm at least once per week to verify it is operating
properly.
Clean this alarm at least once a month to remove dust, dirt, insects and debris. Using a soft brush
or wand attachment to a vacuum cleaner, vacuum all sides and cover of smoke alarm. Be sure all
the vents are free of debris.
DO NOT use spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the alarm. DO NOT paint
the alarm. Doing so may permanently damage the alarm and interfere with alarm's ability to sense
smoke. The outside can be wiped with a damp cloth. DO NOT use any household cleaning agents,
solvents or sprays including compressed gas dusters or any other chemical on or near your alarm.
DO NOT disassemble or attempt to clean inside the alarm. This alarm contains no serviceable parts.
If the alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt or grease, and cannot be cleaned, it should
be replaced immediately. Alarms have a limited life and should always be replaced 10 years from
the date of purchase.
AFTER CLEANING, REINSTALL YOUR ALARM AND
TEST YOUR ALARM BY USING THE TEST BUTTON
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