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User's Manual Model: AC10-500
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This user's manual contains important information about your combination Smoke and CO Alarm's operation. If you
are installing this alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual (or a copy of it) with the end user.
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- Page 1 Installed on Replace by Wi-Fi Smoke + Carbon Monoxide Alarm ® User’s Manual Model: AC10-500 Important! Please read carefully and save this document. This user’s manual contains important information about your combination Smoke and CO Alarm’s operation. If you are installing this alarm for use by others, you must leave this manual (or a copy of it) with the end user.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Welcome Parts of this Alarm Understanding Your Alarm Where to Install 6 - 7 Where Not to Install Set-Up and Installation 9 - 11 Installation of Adapter Plug 11 - 16 Wireless Interconnect 16 - 17 When the Alarm Sounds 17 - 18 Using the Silence Feature Weekly Testing... -
Page 3: Welcome
Welcome Thank you for choosing First Alert for your safety needs. In addition to the alarm sounds, you can receive notifications in case of an emergency to help provide a warning of a fire or carbon monoxide leak while you are home or away. Please take time to read this manual and make this alarm an integral part of your family’s safety... -
Page 4: Parts Of This Alarm
Parts of this Alarm Test/Silence Button Hot (black) AC Wire Mounting Bracket Color Indicator Ring Neutral (white) AC Wire Mounting Slots Speaker Interconnect (orange) AC Wire Turn Alarm Clockwise to Attach Quick Connect Power Connector Turn Alarm Counterclockwise to Remove... -
Page 5: Understanding Your Alarm
Smoke / CO Events Voice Guide Patterns Power Up “First Alert welcomes you to your Onelink Smoke and Carbon Power Up and Welcome Monoxide Alarm. The Onelink App will guide you through the simple setup process.” Programming, Silencing & Pairing... -
Page 6: Where To Install
Where to Install Minimum coverage for Smoke Alarms, as recommended by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is one Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom (See “Regulatory Information For Smoke Alarms” for details on the NFPA recommendations). For CO Alarms, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that a CO Alarm should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. - Page 7 Where to Install (Continued) 4” CEILING (102 mm) minimum between 4”- 6” (102 mm - 153 mm) from ceiling DO NOT PLACE PLACE HERE IN THIS AREA SPEAKER OPENING WALL IN UPPER LEFT OR HERE CORNER...
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Page 8: Where Not To Install
Where Not to Install Do NOT locate this Smoke/CO Alarm: In garages, furnace rooms, crawl spaces and unfinished attics. Avoid extremely dusty, dirty or greasy areas. • Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles form when something burns. Areas to avoid •... -
Page 9: Set-Up And Installation
Set-Up & Installation DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off power to the area where you will install this unit 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. - Page 10 Set-Up & Installation (Continued) Interconnected units must meet ALL of the following requirements: A maximum of 18 compatible units may be interconnected (Maximum of 12 Smoke Alarms). • The same fuse or circuit breaker must power all interconnected units. • The total length of wire interconnecting the units should be less than 1000 feet (300 meters).
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Page 11: Installation Of Adapter Plug
Set-Up & Installation (Continued) This Smoke/CO Alarm is designed to be mounted on any standard wiring junction box up to a 4-inch (10 cm) size, on either the ceiling or wall (if allowed by local codes). Read “Where to Install This Alarm” and “Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed”... - Page 12 1235E, 1235K & 1235 – AC Ion • PE120E & PE120 – AC/DC Photo • HD135F – Heat Alarm • PI2000 – AC/DC Ion/Photo First Alert / BRK Alarms ® ® • 9120 Series – AC, AC/DC Ion, Silence •...
- Page 13 Installation of Adapter Plug (Continued) White Plug Pin Orange View Black Side View NOTE: Twist tie should not be removed. THE LISTED MODELS ARE THE ONLY MODELS THAT MAY BE INTERCONNECTED USING ONE OF THE ADAPTER PLUGS INCLUDED. IF THE MODEL IS NOT LISTED, IT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE SYSTEM. NOTE: The following models are compatible, but the Adapter Plug CANNOT be used if the Interconnected System contains these Firex...
- Page 14 There may not be enough room for the Adapter Plug and additional wiring to fit in the junction box. If not, the old power connector must be removed and replaced with the BRK ® Power Connector. Step 6 Connect the other end of the Adapter Plug to First Alert / BRK Alarm. ® ®...
- Page 15 Installation of Adapter Plug (Continued) Mounting Bracket First Alert / BRK Alarm ® ® Kidde ® Adapter Firex ® Adapter Existing compatible power connector Electrical Rating: 120V AC, 100mA Maximum Not for Current Interruption...
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Page 16: Wireless Interconnect
AC powered Alarms will not operate. Wireless Interconnect Benefits of Wireless Interconnect The wireless interconnect feature on this alarm allows you to connect each of your First Alert Onelink alarms so when one alarm sounds, they all will sound. WARNING: Install alarms and test to assure range and reliability of interconnection throughout the house First Alert Onelink alarms can typically communicate with each other if they’re 50ft (15m) apart inside... -
Page 17: When The Alarm Sounds
Wireless Interconnect (Continued) Wi-Fi Frequency This alarm supports wireless frequency of 2.4Ghz b/g/n. For best results, recommended to use with a 802.11 b/g/n router. Adding Additional Alarms Simply follow the instructions on your Onelink app to add additional alarms to your account. Identification of Events If your alarm sounds, it is important to first identify the type of alarm. -
Page 18: Using The Silence Feature
When the Alarm Sounds (Continued) NOTE: A qualified appliance technician is defined as “a person, firm, corporation, or company that either in person or through a representative, is engaged in and responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, or replacement of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, combustion appliances and equipment, and/or gas fireplaces or other decorative combustion equipment.”... -
Page 19: Weekly Testing
Weekly Testing WARNING: NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home. NEVER use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty. WARNING: DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding. -
Page 20: Alarm End Of Life
Once deactivated, replace Alarm immediately. 1. BREAK TAB 2. SLIDE SWITCH Ionization & Photoelectric Technology This alarm uses Photoelectric technology. All First Alert Onelink 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. -
Page 21: Fire Safety Tips
Fire Safety Tips Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: Use smoking materials properly. Never smoke in bed. Keep matches or lighters away from children. Store flammable materials in proper containers. Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don’t overload electrical circuits. Keep stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys grease-free and debris-free. -
Page 22: What You Need To Know About Co
What You Need to Know About CO What is CO? CO is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not burn completely, or are exposed to heat (usually fire). Electrical appliances typically do not produce CO. These fuels include: Wood, coal, charcoal, oil, natural gas, gasoline, kerosene, and propane. -
Page 23: Potential Sources Of Co In The Home
Potential Sources of CO in the Home Fuel-Burning Appliances: Like portable heater, gas or wood burning fireplace, gas kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer. Damaged or Insufficient Venting: Corroded or disconnected water heater vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue, or cracked heat exchanger, blocked or clogged chimney opening. Improper Use of Appliance/Device: Operating a barbecue grill or vehicle in an enclosed area (like a garage or screened porch). - Page 24 Potential Sources of CO in the Home (Continued) How Can I Protect My Family From CO Poisoning? A CO Alarm is an excellent means of protection. It monitors the air and sounds a loud alarm before Carbon Monoxide levels become threatening for average, healthy adults. A CO Alarm is not a substitute for proper maintenance of home appliances.
- Page 25 Regulatory Information for CO Alarms What Levels of CO Cause an Alarm? Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Standard UL2034 requires residential CO Alarms to sound when exposed to levels of CO and exposure times as described below. They are measured in parts per million (ppm) of CO over time (in minutes).
- Page 26 Regulatory Information for Smoke Alarms Installing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new construction, the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected. See “Agency Placement Recommendations”...
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Page 27: Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. - Page 28 Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Statement ENGLISH This device complies with Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.
- Page 29 Modular Devices FCC and Industry Canada Compliance Statements OEM Responsibilities to comply with FCC and Industry Canada Regulations The BLEMOD1 Module and AW-CU300 Module have been certified for integration into products only by OEM integrators under the following condition: The transmitter module must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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Page 30: Special Compliance
Special Compliance Considerations This Smoke Alarm is suitable for use in apartments, condominiums, townhouses, hospitals, day care facilities, health care facilities, boarding houses, group homes and dormitories 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. -
Page 31: General Limitations
General Limitations for Smoke/CO Alarms This Smoke/CO Alarm is intended for residential use. It is not intended for use in industrial applications where Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements for Carbon Monoxide Alarms must be met. The Smoke Alarm portion of this device is not intended to alert hearing impaired residents. Special purpose Smoke Alarms should be installed for hearing impaired residents (CO Alarms are not yet available for the hearing impaired). - Page 32 General Limitations for Smoke/CO Alarms (Continued) Smoke/CO Alarms may not be heard. The alarm horn loudness meets or exceeds current UL standards of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters). However, if the Smoke/CO Alarm is installed outside the bedroom, it may not wake up a sound sleeper or one who has recently used drugs or has been drinking alcoholic beverages.
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Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide App FAQ If the App... Problem... You Should... You cannot download or install the app. Is unable to be downloaded or installed. (Only works with iOS devices, not Contact Consumer Affairs Division. supported by Android). Alarm FAQ If the Alarm... Problem... -
Page 34: Limited Warranty
This product is intended for non-professional do it yourself installation. If you would like information about a professionally installed and monitored system, please contact First Alert Professional at 1-800-921-6025. First Alert Professional is not affiliated with BRK Brands, Inc. -
Page 35: Copyright And Technical Specifications
® is a registered trademark of The First Alert Trust. BRK Brands, Inc. is a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation (NYSE: JAH). Printed in USA. Use of the HomeKit logo means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. - Page 36 ©2015 BRK Brands, Inc. All rights reserved. • Distributed by BRK Brands, Inc. First Alert ® is a registered trademark of The First Alert Trust. 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora, IL 60504-8122 Consumer Affairs: (800) 323-9005. • www.firstalert.com • www.brkelectronics.com...