Regular Maintenance - First Alert Onelink DC10-500B User Manual

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:
Test it at least once a week.
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Clean the Smoke/CO Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum the outside of the Smoke/CO
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Alarm using your household vacuum's soft brush attachment. A can of clean compressed air (sold at
computer or office supply stores) may also be used. Follow manufacturer instructions for use. Test
the Smoke/CO Alarm. Never use water, cleaners or solvents since they may damage the unit.
If the Smoke/CO Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust and/or grime, and
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cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms, replace the unit immediately.
Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See "Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed" for details.
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When the battery becomes weak, the Smoke/CO alarm will "chirp" approximately once a minute (the low
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battery warning). This low battery warning should last for up to 7 days, but you should replace the battery
immediately to continue your protection.
IMPORTANT:
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in which it is installed. Regardless of the manufacturer's suggested battery life, you MUST
replace the battery immediately once the unit starts "chirping" (the "low battery warning").
Replacement Batteries
Your Smoke/CO alarm requires a 3 cell lithium metal battery. You can purchase your replacement batteries
at www.firstalertstore.com.
Always use the exact batteries specified by this User's manual. DO NOT use
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rechargeable batteries. Install batteries correctly with regard to polarity ( + and -).
Please dispose of or recycle used batteries properly, following any local regulations. Consult your
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local waste management authority or recycling organization to find an electronics recycling facility
in your area. DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN FIRE. BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.
Keep battery out of reach of children. In the event a battery is swallowed, immediately contact your poison
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control center, your physician, or the
National Battery Ingestion hotline at 202-
625-3333 as serious injury may occur.
To Replace Batteries
It is recommended that you remove the Smoke/CO Alarm
from the mounting bracket before replacing the batteries.
Step 1
Slide open the battery compartment.
Step 2
Pull out the battery, squeeze release lever
on connector and pull to release battery.
Actual battery service life depends on the Smoke/CO Alarm and the environment
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Release
Lever
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