Universal Security Instruments Sensing Plus AMI3051S Instructions Manual

Universal Security Instruments Sensing Plus AMI3051S Instructions Manual

Multi-criteria single station smoke alarm

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MODEL AMI3051S
Multi-Criteria Single Station Smoke Alarm
Universal Sensing Plus
2-in-1 Smoke & Fire Alarm
with 10 Year Tamper Proof,
Permanent Power, Lithium-Free,
Sealed Battery Power
THANK YOU for purchasing this smoke and fire alarm. This alarm does not require
battery changes. It has a permanent power lithium free sealed battery alarm will
last for approximately 10 years from the date of activation. This manual includes
important information regarding where to install the alarm, how to operate,
maintenance, testing and product features. It also includes tips and information
which could help protect you and your family. This alarm detects products of
combustion using a multi-criteria sensor.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................... PAGE
Smoke Alarm Limitations and Functions ......................................... 2
Recommended Location of Alarms ................................................... 3
Avoid These Locations ....................................................................... 4
Early Warning ..................................................................................... 4
How to Install ..................................................................................... 4
Electrical Shock Hazard ...................................................................... 4
Locking/Tamper Feature .................................................................... 4
Operation, Testing & Maintenance ................................................... 5
QUICK FIND
Silence Feature ................................................................................... 6
Cautions/Warnings ............................................................................. 6
Battery and Alarm Deactivation ........................................................ 6
Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape ............................................. 7
Quick Reference Guide / Operational Summary .............................. 8
Warranty .............................................................................Back Cover
This smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of a radioactive
element in the ionization chamber. Do not tamper with radioactive
sealed source or try to repair the smoke alarm yourself.
288-3646-00
Alarm Originating Feature ......................................... 5
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©2020 UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC., Rev. 05/2020 CD
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Conforms to
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8th Edition
Helps Reduce Cooking Nuisance Alarms
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    This smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of a radioactive element in the ionization chamber. Do not tamper with radioactive sealed source or try to repair the smoke alarm yourself. 288-3646-00 ©2020 UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC., Rev. 05/2020 CD Printed in China...
  • Page 2: Smoke Alarm Limitations And Functions

    SMOKE ALARM LIMITATIONS AND FUNCTIONS There are three basic smoke alarm types: UNIVERSAL Sensing Plus , Ionization and Photoelectric. ® ® UNIVERSAL Sensing Plus detects products of combustion using patented Smart Alarm Technology ® ® and a multi criteria sensor. Alarms containing UNIVERSAL ®...
  • Page 3: Recommended Location Of Alarms

    RECOMMENDED LOCATION OF ALARMS • Locate the first smoke alarm in the immediate area of the bedrooms. Try to protect the escape route as the bedrooms are usually farthest from an exit. If more than one sleeping area exists, locate additional smoke alarms in each sleeping area. If a hall is more than 41 feet (12.5 meters) long, install a smoke alarm at each end.
  • Page 4: Avoid These Locations

    AVOID THESE LOCATIONS • the garage – products of combustion are produced when you start your vehicle. • near appliances or areas where normal combustion regularly occurs (kitchens, near furnaces, gas hot water heaters). Use smoke alarms with IoPHIC or photoelectric sensors, or smoke alarms with Silence ®...
  • Page 5: Operation, Testing & Maintenance

    Failure to properly install and activate this alarm will prevent proper operation of this alarm and will prevent its response to fire hazards. Test the alarm following installation and weekly thereafter. The built-in test switch accurately tests the alarm operation as required by ANSI/UL217 Standards for Safety. If, at any time, you test the alarm and it does not perform as described, replace it immediately.
  • Page 6 ALARM ORIGINATION: The QUICK FIND feature will allow you to immediately locate the ® originating alarm (once the alarm has stopped sounding). To initiate QUICK FIND , press the Test/ ® Silence button on each alarm. After releasing the button, the originating alarm will continue to sound for 60 seconds.
  • Page 7: Battery And Alarm Deactivation

    BATTERY AND ALARM DEACTIVATION This alarm uses a sealed battery. The battery should last for approximately 10 years under normal operating conditions. The smoke alarm has a low battery indicator which is 2 chirps approx. every 60 seconds. The red LED blinks on once approx. every 2 minutes. Due to the loud 85 decibel alarm, stand at arm's length away from the alarm or use ear protection when testing.
  • Page 8: Develop And Practice A Plan Of Escape

    REPAIRS AND SERVICES This smoke alarms contains less than 1 microcurie (37 kilobecquerel) of Americium 241, a radioactive material. The distribution of these ionization-type smoke alarms is licensed by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission; the consumer is exempt from any licensing or requirements.
  • Page 9 Quick Reference Guide Model AMI3051S ALARM AUDIBLE & VISUAL SIGNALS CONDITION RECOMMENDATION HORN RED LED New - Out Silent To activate the alarm, remove the pull tab. The alarm will sound one long beep to confirm it is powered up. Press the Test/Silence of Package button.
  • Page 10: Warranty

    MODEL AMI3051S TEN-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY USI Electric, Inc. /Universal Security Instruments, Inc. (“USI”) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 10 (ten) years from the date of purchase. This warranty shall not apply to any damage which may be caused by the sealed batteries used in this product.

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