Firex AD User Manual

120v ac ionization smoke alarm with 9v battery back-up
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110-658C
3/8/06
1:21 PM
120V AC
Ionization
Smoke Alarm
9V Battery
with
Smoke Alarm
Back-up
MODELS AD, ADC, PAD
SMOKE ALARM FEATURES
This smoke alarm is powered by 120V AC and a 9-volt battery back-up
source. AC/DC smoke alarms offer added protection in the event of a
power failure or a drained battery.
Unique power connector prevents interconnection with incompatible
smoke alarms or security systems.
This smoke alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex
model AD, ADC, PAD or FX1218 smoke alarms, and as many as 6 Firex
model ADH heat alarms for a total of not more than 18 interconnected
devices.
Optional tamper-resist feature can serve as a safeguard against tampering.
Models AD and ADC have a unique "battery missing" lockout. The smoke
alarm will not attach to the mounting bracket if a battery is not in the bat-
tery pocket.
Improperly connected or weak battery signal. The smoke alarm will
sound a short beep about once a minute if the battery is weak or improp-
erly connected.
Green and red LED indicator(s) show when the smoke alarm is receiving
AC power, working under normal operation, in alarm, or under false
alarm control.
Loud alarm horn—85 decibels at 10 feet—sounds to alert you of
an emergency.
This alarm incorporates the internationally recognized horn signal for
evacuation. During alarm mode, the horn produces three short beeps fol-
lowed by a 2 second pause and then repeats. This pattern is somewhat
different than the previous alarm sound, which continually beeped.
Test button checks smoke alarm operation. Models ADC and FADC also
feature a False Alarm Control™ which, when activated, quiets unwanted
alarms for up to 15 minutes.
Model FADC features a latching LED which keeps the initiating alarm Red
LED illuminated until manually reset.
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MODEL FADC
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Installer: Please leave this
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  • Page 1 This smoke alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex model AD, ADC, PAD or FX1218 smoke alarms, and as many as 6 Firex model ADH heat alarms for a total of not more than 18 interconnected devices.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    110-658C 3/8/06 1:21 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUC- TIONS W A R N I N G • This smoke alarm requires constant 120-volt, AC power AND a working 9-volt battery to operate properly. This smoke alarm WILL NOT work if AC power is not connected or has failed or been interrupt- ed for any reason AND the battery is removed, drained or improperly connected.
  • Page 3: Smoke Alarm Placement

    110-658C 3/8/06 1:21 PM Page 3 fast-burning, explosive, or intentional. Others are caused by care- lessness or safety hazards. Smoke may not reach the smoke alarm QUICKLY ENOUGH to ensure safe escape. • Smoke alarms have limitations. This smoke alarm is not fool-proof and is not warranted to protect lives or property from fire.
  • Page 4 110-658C 3/8/06 1:21 PM Page 4 FOR BEST PROTECTION, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU INSTALL A SMOKE ALARM IN EVERY ROOM. In addition, we recommend that all smoke alarms be interconnected. Typical Efficiency Home (Apartment) • Install a smoke alarm on KITCHEN SLEEPING the ceiling or wall closest...
  • Page 5 110-658C 3/8/06 1:21 PM Page 5 IMPORTANT SMOKE ALARM PLACEMENT AND EXCEPTION INFORMATION • 4 IN Install a smoke alarm as close to (0.1m ) CEILING the center of the ceiling as possi- 4 IN ACCEPTABLE HERE (0.1m ) ble. If this is not practical, mount MINIMUM NEVER HERE no closer than 4 inches from a wall...
  • Page 6: How To Install This Smoke Alarm

    BATTERY IS SECURELY CONNECTED. Smoke alarm may beep briefly when bat- tery is installed. 10. Close battery pocket door, snapping it into AD, ADC, PAD place. (For tamper-resist, use long-nosed pliers to remove thin plastic from notch on smoke alarm edge.) 11.
  • Page 7: Smoke Alarms

    This smoke alarm may be interconnected with as many as 17 other Firex model AD, ADC, PAD and FX1218 smoke alarms, 6 of which may be Firex model ADH heat alarms for a total of not more than 18 interconnected devices. DO NOT connect to any other type or model smoke alarm.
  • Page 8: False Alarm Control

    110-658C 3/8/06 1:21 PM Page 8 FALSE ALARM CONTROL™ Model ADC and FADC features a False Alarm Control™ that, when activated, quiets unwanted alarms for up to 15 minutes. To use the False Alarm Control™: Press and release the test button during an unwanted alarm. The alarm should stop within ten seconds.
  • Page 9: Maintenance And Cleaning

    WARNING: DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TYPE OF BATTERY, EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL. DO NOT USE RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. For Models AD, ADC and PAD: 1. Turn off power to smoke alarm at main service panel. 2. Turn smoke alarm counterclockwise to detach from mounting plate.
  • Page 10: Practice Fire Safety

    If the smoke alarm is no longer under warranty, have a licensed electrician replace the smoke alarm immediately with a compara- ble Firex brand smoke alarm. PRACTICE FIRE SAFETY If the smoke alarm sounds its alarm horn, and you have not pushed the test button, it is warning of a dangerous situation.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    110-658C 3/8/06 1:21 PM Page 11 5. DO NOT GO BACK INSIDE A BURNING BUILDING. Wait for the fire department to arrive. These guidelines will assist you in the event of a fire. However, to reduce the chance that fires will start, practice fire safety rules and prevent hazardous situations.
  • Page 12: Warranty Information

    110-658C 3/8/06 1:21 PM Page 12 WARRANTY INFORMATION 5-YEAR LIMITED SMOKE ALARM WARRANTY AND 10-YEAR LIMITED ULTRALIFE U9VL-J LITHIUM BATTERY WARRANTY (WHEN SOLD WITH MAPLE CHASE COMPANY SMOKE ALARM) Maple Chase Company warrants to the original consumer purchaser each new smoke alarm to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase.

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