Operation - Kidde i9060CA User Manual

Operation

CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always
stand an arms-length away from the unit when testing.
• After installation, test your alarm by depressing and holding
down the test button for a minimum of 5 seconds. This will
sound the alarm if the electronic circuitry, horn, and battery is
working. If the alarm does not sound, the unit has a defective
battery or another failure.
The smoke alarm is operating once a fresh battery is installed and
testing is complete. When the smoke alarm ionization sensor
chamber senses products of combustion, the horn will sound a loud
(85db) alarm until the sensing chamber is cleared of smoke particles.
False Alarms
Smoke alarms are designed to minimize false alarms. Cigarette
smoke will not normally set off the alarm, unless the smoke is
blown directly into the alarm.
Combustion particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the
alarm is located close to the cooking area. Large quantities of
combustible particles are generated from spills or when broiling.
Using the fan on a range hood that vents to the outside (non-
recirculating type) will also help remove these combustible
particles from the kitchen.
10