First Alert 7010 User Manual

USER'S MANUAL
This Smoke larm 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).
SMOKE ALARMS
Read "Recommended Locations For Smoke larms" and "Locations to void For Smoke larms" before you begin installation.
Tools you will need: • Needle-nose pliers or utility knife • Standard Flathead screwdriver.
C Powered Photoelectric Smoke larms
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Input: 120V C , 60Hz, 0.05 Make sure the larm is not receiving excessively noisy power. Examples of noisy power could be major appliances on the same circuit, power from a
generator or solar power, light dimmer on the same circuit or mounted near fluorescent lighting. Excessively noisy power may cause damage to your
larm.
Model 7010
with Silence
The Mounting Bracket:
Model 7010B To remove the mounting bracket from the Smoke
larm base, hold the Smoke larm base firmly
with Battery Back-Up and Silence
and twist the mounting bracket counterclockwise.
The mounting bracket installs onto the junction box.
Model 7020B It has a variety of screw slots to fit most boxes.
with Battery Back-Up, Silence
and Escape Light ® Feature
The Power Connector:
The power connector plugs into a power input block on
IMPORT NT! PLE SE RE D C REFULLY ND S VE.
the Smoke larm. It supplies the unit with C power.
This user's manual contains important information about your Smoke
larm's operation. If you are installing this Smoke larm for use by • The black wire is "hot."
others, you must leave this manual—or a copy of it—with the end user.
• The white wire is neutral.
• The orange wire is used for interconnect.
CONFORMS TO
Models 7010,
If you need to remove the power connector, turn
Printed in Mexico
UL STD 217 7010B, 7020B
POWER OFF first. Insert a flat screwdriver blade
M08-0050-010 Q 08/12
between the power connector and the security tab
inside the power input block. Gently pry back the tab
and pull the connector free.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing First lert ® for your Smoke larm needs. You have
purchased a state of the art Smoke larm designed to provide you with an
The basic installation of this Smoke larm is similar whether you want to
early warning of a fire. Please take the time to read this manual and make
install one Smoke larm, or interconnect more than one Smoke larm.
this Smoke larm an integral part of your family's safety plan.
If you are interconnecting more than one Smoke larm, you MUST read
Key Features of the 7010, 7010B and 7020B Smoke larms:
"Special Requirements For Interconnected Smoke larms" below before
Photoelectric Smoke Sensing Technology: Generally more sensitive at you begin installation.
detecting large particles, which tend to be produced in greater amounts by
smoldering fires.
ELECTRIC L SHOCK H Z RD. Turn off power to the area where you
Optipath 360 Technology TM : Patented technology provides 360˚ of direct
access to the smoke sensor. will install this unit at the circuit breaker or fuse box before beginning
installation. Failure to turn off the power before installation may result
Single Button Test/Silence: One touch button combines both features.
in serious electrical shock, injury or death.
larm Latch: Remembers which unit initiated an alarm.
1. Remove the mounting bracket from the base, and attach it to the
Perfect Mount: Mounting bracket keeps alarm secure over a wide rotation junction box.
range to allow for perfect alignment.
Model 7010B Only: ctivate the battery back-up by removing the "Pull
Battery back-up (Models 7010B and 7020B only): Keeps alarm functioning to ctivate Battery Back-Up" tab. Or, install battery back-up. Battery
during a power interruption provided battery is fresh and installed properly.
back-up cannot work until you install the battery in the correct position
(Match "+" to "+" and "-" to "-").
Escape Light ® (Model 7020B only): Bright escape light activates when this
unit goes into alarm to illuminate your path to safety. Push and hold Test button until the alarm sounds: 3 beeps, pause,
3 beeps, pause. The Escape Light
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ST ND- LONE L RM ONLY:
ll First lert ® and BRK ® Smoke larms conform to regulatory
• Connect the white wire on the power connector to the neutral wire in
requirements, including UL217 and are designed to detect particles of
the junction box.
combustion. Smoke particles of varying number and size are produced
• Connect the black wire on the power connector to the hot wire in the
in all fires.
junction box.
Ionization technology is generally more sensitive than photoelectric
• Tuck the orange wire inside the junction box. It is used for interconnect
technology at detecting small particles, which tend to be produced
only.
in greater amounts by flaming fires, which consume combustible
materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include
INTERCONNECTED UNITS ONLY:
paper burning in a wastebasket, or a grease fire in the kitchen.
Strip off about 1/2" (12 mm) of the plastic coating on the orange wire
Photoelectric technology is generally more sensitive than ionization on the power connector.
technology at detecting large particles, which tend to be produced in
greater amounts by smoldering fires, which may smolder for hours • Connect the white wire on the power connector to the neutral wire in
the junction box.
before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes
burning in couches or bedding. • Connect the black wire on the power connector to the hot wire in the
junction box.
For maximum protection, use both types of Smoke larms on each
• Connect the orange wire on the power connector to the interconnect
level and in every bedroom of your home.
wire in the junction box. Repeat for each unit you are interconnecting.
Never connect the hot or neutral wires in the junction box to the orange
interconnect wire. Never cross hot and neutral wires between larms.
FIRE SAFETY TIPS
Follow safety rules and prevent hazardous situations: 1) Use smoking
materials properly. Never smoke in bed. 2) Keep matches or lighters away 3. Plug the power connector into the back of the Smoke larm.
from children; 3) Store flammable materials in proper containers;
4. Position the base of the Smoke larm over the mounting bracket and
4) Keep electrical appliances in good condition and don't overload electrical
turn. The larm can be positioned over the bracket every 90°.
circuits; 5) Keep stoves, barbecue grills, fireplaces and chimneys grease-
Turn the Smoke larm clockwise (right) until the unit is in place.
and debris-free; 6) Never leave anything cooking on the stove unattended;
7) Keep portable heaters and open flames, like candles, away from flammable 5. Check all connections.
materials; 8) Don't let rubbish accumulate.
Keep alarms clean, and test them weekly. Replace alarms immediately if they
Improper wiring of the power connector or the wiring leading to the
are not working properly. Smoke larms that do not work cannot alert you to a
power connector will cause damage to the larm and may lead to a
fire. Keep at least one working fire extinguisher on every floor, and an additional
non-functioning larm.
one in the kitchen. Have fire escape ladders or other reliable means of escape
from an upper floor in case stairs are blocked. ST ND- LONE L RM ONLY:
• If you are only installing one Smoke larm, restore power to the
junction box.
BEFORE YOU INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM
INTERCONNECTED UNITS ONLY:
IMPORT NT! Read "Recommended Locations for Smoke larms" and
• If you are interconnecting multiple Smoke larms, repeat steps
"Locations to void for Smoke larms" before beginning. This unit monitors
the air, and when smoke reaches its sensing chamber, it alarms. It can give 1-5 for each Smoke larm in the series. When you are finished,
you more time to escape before fire spreads. This unit can ONLY give an early restore power to the junction box.
warning of developing fires if it is installed, maintained and located where
smoke can reach it, and where all residents can hear it, as described in this
manual. This unit will not sense gas, heat, or flame. It cannot prevent or
extinguish fires.
ELECTRIC L SHOCK H Z RD. Do not restore power until all Smoke
larms are completely installed. Restoring power before installation is
Understand The Different Type of Smoke larms
complete may result in serious electrical shock, injury or death.
Battery powered or electrical? Different Smoke larms provide different
types of protection. See " bout Smoke larms" for details. 6. Make sure the Smoke larm is receiving C power. Under normal
operation, the Green power indicator light will shine continuously.
Know Where To Install Your Smoke larms
Fire Safety Professionals recommend at least one Smoke larm on every 7. If the Green power indicator light does not light, TURN OFF POWER
level of your home, in every bedroom, and in every bedroom hallway or TO THE JUNCTION BOX and recheck all connections. If all connections
separate sleeping area. See "Recommended Locations For Smoke larms" are correct and the Green power indicator still does not light when you
and "Locations To void For Smoke larms" for details. restore the power, the unit should be replaced immediately.
Know What Smoke larms Can and Can't Do 8. Test each Smoke larm. Press and hold the Test/Silence button until the
Smoke larm can help alert you to fire, giving you precious time to unit alarms. When testing a series of interconnected units you must
escape. It can only sound an alarm once smoke reaches the sensor. test each unit individually. Make sure all units alarm when each one
See "Limitations of Smoke larms" for details. is tested.
Check Your Local Building Codes
This Smoke larm is designed to be used in a typical single-family home.
It alone will not meet requirements for boarding houses, apartment
buildings, hotels or motels. See "Special Compliance Considerations"
for details.
The locking features are designed to discourage unauthorized removal of the battery or larm. It is not necessary to activate the locks in single-family
households where unauthorized battery or larm removal is not a concern.
ELECTRIC L SHOCK H Z RD. Turn off the power to the area where the These Smoke larms have two separate locking features: one to lock the battery compartment, and the other to lock the Smoke larm
Smoke larm is installed before removing it from the mounting bracket. to the mounting bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or use them both.
Failure to turn off the power first may result in serious electrical shock,
Tools you will need: • Needle-nose pliers or utility knife • Standard Flathead screwdriver.
injury or death.
Both locking features use locking pins, which are molded into the mounting bracket. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility knife, remove
one or both pins from the mounting bracket, depending on how many locking features you want to use.
• This unit will not alert hearing impaired residents. It is recom-
mended that you install special units which use devices like
flashing strobe lights to alert hearing impaired residents.
To permanently remove either lock, insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the lock, and pry the pin out of the lock.
• Installation of this unit must conform to the electrical codes in
your area; rticles 210 and 300.3 (B) of NFP 70 (NEC), NFP 72,
TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
NFP 101; SBC (SBCCI); UBC (ICBO); NBC (BOC ); OTFDC (C BO),
and any other local or building codes that may apply. Wiring and (Models 7010B and 7020B Only)
installation must be performed by a licensed electrician. Failure to
follow these guidelines may result in injury or property damage. Do not lock the battery compartment until you have installed the
• This unit must be powered by a 24-hour, 120V C pure sine wave battery and tested the battery back-up.
60Hz circuit. Be sure the circuit cannot be turned off by a switch,
1. Push and hold Test button until the alarm sounds: 3 beeps, pause,
dimmer, or ground fault circuit interrupter. Failure to connect this
3 beeps, pause. The Escape Light
unit to a 24-hour circuit may prevent it from providing constant
LED flashes once every second.
protection.
• This Smoke larm must have C or battery power to operate.
On Models 7010B and 7020B Only:
If the unit does not alarm during testing, DO NOT lock the battery
If the C power fails, battery back-up will allow the alarm to
compartment! Install a new battery and test again. If the Smoke
sound for at least 4 minutes. If C power fails and the battery is
larm still does not alarm, replace it immediately.
weak, protection should last for at least 7 days. If C power fails
and the battery is dead or missing, the alarm cannot operate.
2. Using needle-nose pliers or a utility knife, detach one locking pin
• Never disconnect the power from an C powered unit to stop an
from the mounting bracket.
unwanted alarm. Doing so will disable the unit and remove your
protection. In the case of a true unwanted alarm open a window
or fan the smoke away from the unit. The alarm will reset auto-
matically when it returns to normal operation. Never remove the
batteries from a battery operated unit to stop an unwanted alarm
(caused by cooking smoke, etc.). Instead open a window or fan
the smoke away from the unit. The alarm will reset automatically.
• Connect this unit ONLY to other compatible units. See "How To
Install This Smoke larm" for details. Do not connect it to any
other type of alarm or auxiliary device. Connecting anything else
to this unit may damage it or prevent it from operating properly.
• On Models 7010B/7020B Only: This Smoke larm has a battery
drawer which resists closing unless a battery is installed. This
warns you the unit will not operate under DC power without a
3. Push the locking pin through the hole near the battery drawer on the
battery. back of the Smoke larm.
• Do not stand too close to the unit when the alarm is sounding.
It is loud to wake you in an emergency. Exposure to the horn at
close range may harm your hearing.
• Do not paint over the unit. Paint may clog the openings to the
sensing chambers and prevent the unit from operating properly.
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HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM
THE PARTS OF THIS SMOKE ALARM
The Parts of This Unit
1 Mounting Bracket
2 Mounting Slots
3 Locking Pins (break out of bracket)
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4 Hot (Black) C Wire
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5 Neutral (White) C Wire
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6 Interconnect (Orange) Wire
7 Quick-Connect Power Connector
8 Turn this way to remove from bracket
9 Turn this way to attach to bracket
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10 Slide-Out Battery Drawer
(Drawer is inoperable on Model 7010)
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FOLLOW THESE INSTALLATION STEPS
8. Continued
If any unit in the series does not alarm, TURN OFF POWER and recheck
connections. If it does not alarm when you restore power, replace it
immediately.
Special Requirements For Interconnected Smoke larms
• Failure to meet any of the above requirements could damage the
units and cause them to malfunction, removing your protection.
• C and C/DC Smoke larms can be interconnected. Under C
power, all units will alarm when one senses smoke. When power
is interrupted, only the C/DC units in the series will continue to
send and receive signals. C powered Smoke larms will not
operate.
® will turn on (Model 7020B only).
Interconnected units can provide earlier warning of fire than stand-alone units,
especially if a fire starts in a remote area of the dwelling. If any unit in the series
senses smoke, all units will alarm. To determine which Smoke larm initiated an
alarm, see table:
During an larm:
On Initiating larm(s) Red LED(s) flashes (flash) rapidly
On ll Other larms Red LED is Off
fter an larm (Latching):
On Initiating larm(s) Red LED will flash 3 times, spaced one second apart.
The pattern repeats approximately every 45 seconds.
On ll Other larms Green LED(s) On, Red LED(s) Off
Interconnect units within a single family residence only. Otherwise all
households will experience unwanted alarms when you test any unit in the
series. Interconnected units will only work if they are wired to compatible
units and all requirements are met. This unit is designed to be compatible
with: First lert ® Smoke larm Models S 4120, S 4121B, S 100B, S 520
and BRK ® Smoke larm Models 9120, 9120B, SC6120B, SC9120B, 7010,
7010B, 7020B, SC7010B, SC7010BV, 100S, 4120, 4120B, 4120SB; BRK
CO larm Models CO5120BN, CO5120PDBN; BRK ® Heat larm Models
HD6135F and HD6135FB; BRK ® uxiliary Devices Models RM3 and RM4
(Relay Modules), SL177 (Strobe Light).
See www.brkelectronics.com for most current interconnect list.
Interconnected units must meet LL of the following requirements:
• maximum of 18 compatible units may be interconnected
(Maximum of 12 Smoke larms).
• 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). This type of wire is commonly available at
Hardware and Electrical Supply stores.
• ll wiring must conform to all local electrical codes and NFP 70 (NEC).
Refer to NFP 72, NFP 101, and/or your local building code for further
connection requirements.
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. Unswitched 120V C B. To additional units; Maximum = 18 total
60 Hz source (Maximum 12 Smoke larms)
1. Smoke larm 4. Wire Nut 7. Interconnect Wire
(Orange)
2. Ceiling or Wall 5. Junction Box
8. Hot Wire (Blk)
3. Power Connector 6. Neutral Wire (Wht)
Continued...
OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES
TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT
(Model 7010B and 7020B Only)
Once the Smoke larm is installed, you must disconnect it from the C power
before unlocking the battery compartment.
® will turn on (Model 7020B only).
ELECTRIC L SHOCK H Z RD. Turn off the power to the area where the
Smoke larm is installed before removing it from the mounting bracket.
Failure to turn off the power first may result in serious electrical shock,
injury or death.
lways discharge the branch circuit before servicing an C or C/DC
Smoke larm. First, turn off the C power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
Next, remove the battery from Smoke larms with battery back-up. Finally,
press and hold the Test/Silence button for 5-10 seconds to discharge the
branch circuit.
1. Remove the Smoke larm from the mounting
bracket. If the unit is locked to the bracket, see
the section "To Unlock the Mounting Bracket."
2. Disconnect the power connector by gently prying
it away from the back of the Smoke larm.
3. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the head
of the locking pin, and gently pry it out of the
battery compartment lock. (If you plan to relock
the battery compartment, save the locking pin.)
4. To relock the battery compartment, close the battery door and reinsert
locking pin in lock.
5. Reconnect the power connector to the back of the Smoke larm, reattach
the Smoke larm to the mounting bracket, and restore the power.
When replacing the battery, always test the Smoke larm before relocking the
battery compartment.
2 3
Models 7010B and 7020B Only
UNDERSTANDING THE INDICATOR LIGHTS
continued
AND ALARM HORN PATTERNS
C Power DC Power • Keep battery out of reach of children. In the event a battery is
swallowed, immediately contact your poison control center, your
ll Models Models 7010B/7020B
physician, or the National Battery Ingestion hotline at 202-625-3333
as serious injury may occur.
Normal Operation Constant Green LED Green LED Off
Flashing Red LED Flashing Red LED
approx. once/minute approx. once/minute
ctual battery service life depends on the smoke alarm and the environment
in which it is installed. ll the batteries specified above are acceptable
No udible larm No udible larm
replacement batteries for this unit. Regardless of the manufacturer's suggested
battery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once the unit
Test Condition Constant Green LED Green LED Off
starts "chirping" (the "low battery warning").
Rapidly Flashing Rapidly Flashing
Red LED Red LED
udible larm udible larm
IF THIS SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS
Escape Light ® On Escape Light ® On
(Model 7020B only) (Model 7020B only) RESPONDING TO AN ALARM
During an alarm, you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 3 beeps,
larm Condition* Constant Green LED Green LED Off
pause, 3 beeps, pause.
(Initiating Unit)
Rapidly Flashing Rapidly Flashing The Escape Light
Red LED Red LED
udible larm udible larm
• If the unit alarms and you are not testing the unit, it is warning you of a
Escape Light ® On Escape Light ® On
potentially dangerous situation that requires your immediate attention.
(Model 7020B only) (Model 7020B only)
NEVER ignore any alarm. Ignoring the alarm may result in injury or
death.
Silence Mode Red LED flashes once Red LED flashes once
• Never disconnect the C power to quiet an unwanted alarm.
every 10 seconds every 10 seconds
Disconnecting the power disables the larm so it cannot sense
Malfunction Horn sounds 3 chirps Horn sounds 3 chirps smoke. This will remove your protection. Instead, open a window or
fan the smoke away from the unit. The larm will reset automatically.
Pattern repeats Pattern repeats
once/minute once/minute • If the unit alarms get everyone out of the house immediately.
Low Battery larm "chirp'' approx. larm "chirp'' approx.
once/minute once/minute • ELECTRIC L SHOCK H Z RD: ttempting to disconnect the power
(Not pplicable to
connector from the unit when the power is on may result in electrical
Model 7010)
shock, serious injury or death.
When an interconnected system of C powered units is in alarm, the alarm
larm Latch Red LED will flash 3 Not pplicable
indicator light on the unit(s) that initiated the alarm will blink rapidly. It will
times, spaced one
remain OFF on any remaining units.
second apart.
If the unit alarms, get everyone out of the dwelling immediately.
Pattern repeats
once/minute If the unit alarms and you are certain that the source of smoke is not a fire—
cooking smoke or an extremely dusty furnace, for example—open a nearby
NOTE: When power is applied, unit(s) may alarm momentarily. window or door and fan the smoke away from the unit (Use the Silence Feature
to silence the larm). This will silence the alarm, and once the smoke clears the
*When any Smoke larm in an interconnected series triggers an alarm, its
unit will reset itself automatically.
red LED will flash rapidly. The red LEDs will remain OFF on any remaining
alarms in the series. This feature helps responders identify which unit(s)
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
triggered the alarm.
• Don't panic; stay calm. Follow your family escape plan.
• Get out of the house as quickly as possible. Don't stop to
get dressed or collect anything.
WEEKLY TESTING
• Feel doors with the back of your hand before opening them.
If a door is cool, open it slowly. Don't open a hot door. Keep doors
and windows closed, unless you must escape through them.
• 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. The built- • Cover your nose and mouth with a cloth (preferably damp).
Take short, shallow breaths.
in test switch accurately tests the unit's operation as required by
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL).
• Meet at your planned meeting place outside your home,
and do a head count to make sure everybody got out safely.
• If the larm ever fails to test properly, replace it immediately.
Products under warranty may be returned to the manufacturer • Call the Fire Department as soon as possible from outside.
for replacement. See "Limited Warranty" at the end of this manual. Give your address, then your name.
• Never go back inside a burning building for any reason.
• Contact your Fire Department for ideas on making your home safer.
DO NOT stand close to the larm when the horn is sounding. Exposure
at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When testing, step away
when horn starts sounding.
larms have various limitations. See "Limitations of Smoke larms" for
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working
details.
properly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this
Smoke larm. Press and hold the Test/Silence button on the cover of the
USING THE SILENCE FEATURE
unit until the alarm sounds and the Escape Light ® turns on (Model 7020B
only) (the unit may continue to alarm for a few seconds after you release the
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for up to 15
button). If it does not alarm, make sure the unit is receiving power and test it
minutes.
again. If it still does not alarm, replace it immediately. During testing, you
will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern: 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.
The Escape Light ® will turn on (Model 7020B only). LED flashes once The Silence Feature does not disable the unit—it makes it temporarily
every second. When powered by C only, Escape Light ® will not activate. less sensitive to smoke. For your safety, if smoke around the unit is dense
The Escape Light ® feature works only when powered by DC or C/DC.
enough to suggest a potentially dangerous situation, the unit will stay in
alarm or may re-alarm quickly. If you do not know the source of the
® When testing a series of interconnected units you must test each unit
smoke, do not assume it is an unwanted alarm. Not responding to an
individually. Make sure all units alarm when each one is tested.
alarm can result in property loss, injury, or death.
To silence Smoke larms in an interconnected series:
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
1. To silence multiple alarms in an interconnected series, you must press the
This unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but there
Test/Silence button on the unit(s) that triggered the alarm.
are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly:
2. Once you activate the Silence feature, the Red LED will flash approximately
• Test it at least once a week.
once every 10 seconds.
• Clean the Smoke larm at least once a month; gently vacuum the
3. Pressing the Test/Silence button when in silence will restart the silence
outside of the Smoke larm using your household vacuum's soft brush
timer.
attachment. Test the Smoke larm. Never use water, cleaners or solvents
since they may damage the unit.
The Silence Feature on these units can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for
• If the Smoke larm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust and/or
up to 15 minutes. To use this feature, press the Test/Silence button on the cover.
grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms, replace the
If the unit will not silence and no heavy smoke is present, or if it stays in
unit immediately.
silence mode continuously, it should be replaced immediately.
• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See "Locations
To void For Smoke larms" for details.
LATCHING FEATURE
• Models 7010B and 7020B Only: When the battery back-up becomes
weak, the Smoke larm will "chirp" about once a minute (the low battery larm Latch is activated after an larm is exposed to alarm levels of smoke.
warning). This warning should last 7 days, but you should replace the fter smoke drops below alarm levels, the Red LED will flash 3 times, spaced
battery immediately to continue your protection. one second apart. The pattern repeats approximately every 45 seconds
unless reset by Test/Silence button. In addition, instead of waiting for up to
Models 7010B and 7020B Only – Choosing a replacement battery: 45 seconds to see if an alarm has had the larm Latch feature set, a unit
with an active larm Latch can be identified by pressing and holding (without
Your Smoke larm requires one standard 9V battery. The following batteries
releasing) the Test button. If a unit has an active larm Latch, the Red light will
are acceptable as replacements: Eveready #1222, Duracell #MN1604,
blink rapidly (with no horn sound) until the Test button is released. If the unit
(Ultra) #MX1604; Eveready (Energizer) #522. You may also use a Lithium
does not have an active larm Latch set, the unit will go through the normal
battery like the Ultralife U9VL-J, U9VL-J-P for longer service life between
test cycle. Note: Once the Test button is released the Latching Feature will be
battery changes. These batteries are available at many local retail stores.
reset.
This feature helps emergency responders, investigators, or service technicians
• lways use the exact batteries specified by this User's Manual.
identify which unit(s) in your home were exposed to alarm levels of smoke.
DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. Clean the battery contacts and
This can help investigators pinpoint the source of smoke. The larm Latch
also those of the device prior to battery installation. Install batteries
stays ON until you clear it, so it can alert you to an alarm that occurred while
correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -).
you were away from home, even though smoke present in the air has dropped
• Please dispose of or recycle used batteries properly, following any below alarm levels.
local regulations. Consult your local waste management authority
or recycling organization to find an electronics recycling facility in
your area. DO NOT DISPOSE OF B TTERIES IN FIRE. B TTERIES
IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM
M Y EXPLODE OR LE K.
Smoke larms may not operate properly because of dead, missing or weak
batteries (Model 7010B only), a build-up of dirt, dust or grease on the Smoke
larm cover, or installation in an improper location. Clean the Smoke larm as
described in "Regular Maintenance," and install a fresh battery, then test the
Smoke larm again. If it fails to test properly when you use the test button, or
if the problem persists, replace the Smoke larm immediately.
Locking Features (Continued)
• If you hear a "chirp" approximately once a minute, replace the battery
(Model 7010B only).
TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET
• If you hear 3 "chirps" approximately once a minute, replace the alarm
1. Using needle-nose pliers, detach one locking pin from mounting bracket. immediately. This is the malfunction indicator.
• If you experience frequent non-emergency alarms (like those caused
by cooking smoke), try relocating the Smoke larm.
• If the alarm sounds when no smoke is visible, try cleaning or
relocating the Smoke larm. The cover may be dirty.
• If the alarm does not sound during testing, make sure it is receiving
C power from the household current.
• The Escape Light
unlikely event that the Escape Light
please obtain warranty service.
2. Insert the locking pin into the lock located
opposite from the battery drawer as shown
in the diagram.
lways discharge the branch circuit before servicing an C or C/DC
Smoke larm. First, turn off the C power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
Next, remove the battery from Smoke larms with battery back-up. Finally,
3. When you attach the Smoke larm to the mounting bracket, the locking
press and hold the test button for 5-10 seconds to discharge the branch
pin's head will fit into a notch on the bracket.
circuit.
Do not try fixing the alarm yourself – this will void your warranty!
TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET
If the Smoke larm is still not operating properly, and it is still under warranty,
please see "How to Obtain Warranty Service" in the Limited Warranty.
ELECTRIC L SHOCK H Z RD. Turn off the power to the area where the
Smoke larm is installed before removing it from the mounting bracket.
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR
Failure to turn off the power first may result in serious electrical shock,
injury or death. SMOKE ALARMS
Installing Smoke larms in Single-Family Residences
The National Fire Protection ssociation (NFP ), recommends one Smoke
lways discharge the branch circuit before servicing an C or C/DC
larm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new
Smoke larm. First, turn off the C power at the circuit breaker or fuse
construction, the Smoke larms must be C powered and interconnected.
box. Next, remove the battery from Smoke larms with battery back-up.
See " gency Placement Recommendations" for details. For additional cover-
Finally, press and hold the Test/Silence button for 5-10 seconds to
age, it is recommended that you install a Smoke larm in all rooms, halls,
discharge the branch circuit.
storage areas, finished attics, and basements, where temperatures normally
remain between 40˚ F (4.4˚ C) and 100˚ F (37.8˚ C). Make sure no door or
other obstruction could keep smoke from reaching the Smoke larms.
1. Insert a flathead screwdriver between the
mounting bracket pin and the mounting bracket. More specifically, install Smoke larms:
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with the door partly or
2. Pry the Smoke larm away from the bracket by
completely closed.
turning both the screwdriver and the Smoke
larm counterclockwise (left) at the same time. • In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping
areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is more than 40 feet long (12 meters),
install a unit at each end.
• t the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at the bottom
of the basement stairway.
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– Choosing a replacement battery, RECOMMENDED LOC TIONS FOR SMOKE L RMS, Continued
Specific requirements for Smoke larm installation vary from state to state
and from region to region. Check with your local Fire Department for current
requirements in your area. It is recommended C or C/DC units be inter-
connected for added protection.
® will turn on (Model 7020B only).
AGENCY PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
NFP 72 Chapter 29
"For your information, the National Fire larm and Signaling Code, NFP 72,
reads as follows:"
29.5.1* Required Detection.
29.5.1.1* Where required by other governing laws, codes, or standards for a
specific type of occupancy, approved single and multiple-station smoke
alarms shall be installed as follows:
(1)*In all sleeping rooms and guest rooms
(2)*Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area, within 21 ft (6.4 m)
of any door to a sleeping room, with the distance measured along a path
of travel
(3) On every level of a dwelling unit, including basements
(4) On every level of a residential board and care occupancy (small facility),
including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics
(5)*In the living area(s) of a guest suite
(6) In the living area(s) of a residential board and care occupancy
(small facility)
(Reprinted with permission from NFP 72 ® , National Fire larm and Signaling
Code Copyright © 2010 National Fire Protection ssociation, Quincy, M 02269.
This reprinted material is not the complete and official position of the National
Fire Protection ssociation, on the referenced subject which is represented
only by the standard in its entirety), (National Fire larm and Signaling Code
and NFP 72 ® are registered trademarks of the National Fire Protection
ssociation, Inc., Quincy, M 02269).
California State Fire Marshal (CSFM)
Early warning detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection
equipment in all rooms and areas of the household as follows:
installed in each separate sleeping area (in the vicinity, but outside bedrooms),
and Heat or Smoke larms in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms,
kitchens, hallways, finished attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage
rooms, basements, and attached garages.
LOCATIONS TO AVOID FOR SMOKE ALARMS
For best performance, VOID installing Smoke larms in these areas:
• Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles form
when something burns. reas to avoid include poorly ventilated kitchens,
garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet (6 meters) from
the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, space
heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot distance is not possible – in
modular, mobile, or smaller homes, for example – it is recommended
the Smoke larm be placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as
possible. The placement recommendations are intended to keep these
larms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus
reduce "unwanted" alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke larm
is placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas as
much as possible.
• In air streams near kitchens. ir currents can draw cooking smoke into
the sensing chamber of a Smoke larm near the kitchen.
• In very damp, humid or steamy areas, or directly near bathrooms with
showers. Keep units at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from showers,
saunas, dishwashers, etc.
• Where the temperatures are regularly below 40˚ F (4.4˚ C) or above 100˚ F
(37.8˚ C) including unheated buildings, outdoor rooms, porches, or
unfinished attics or basements.
• In very dusty, dirty, or greasy areas. Do not install a Smoke larm directly
over the stove or range. Clean a laundry room unit frequently to keep it
free of dust or lint.
• Near fresh air vents, ceiling fans, or in very drafty areas. Drafts can blow
smoke away from the unit, preventing it from reaching sensing chamber.
• In insect infested areas. Insects can clog openings to the sensing chamber
and cause unwanted alarms.
• Less than 12 inches (305 mm) away from fluorescent lights. Electrical
"noise" can interfere with the sensor.
• In "dead air" spaces. "Dead air" spaces may prevent smoke from reaching
the Smoke larm.
AVOIDING DEAD AIR SPACES
"Dead air" spaces may prevent smoke from reaching the Smoke larm.
To avoid dead air spaces, follow the installation recommendations below.
On ceilings, install Smoke larms as close to the center of the ceiling as
possible. If this is not possible, install the Smoke larm at least 4 inches
(102 mm) from the wall or corner.
For wall mounting (if allowed by building codes), the top edge of Smoke
larms should be placed between 4 inches (102 mm) and 12 inches (305 mm)
from the wall/ceiling line, below typical "dead air" spaces.
On a peaked, gabled, or cathedral ceiling, install the first Smoke larm
within 3 feet (0.9 meters) of the peak of the ceiling, measured horizontally.
dditional Smoke larms may be required depending on the length, angle,
etc. of the ceiling's slope. Refer to NFP 72 for details on requirements for
sloped or peaked ceilings.
ABOUT SMOKE ALARMS
Battery (DC) operated Smoke larms: Provide protection even when
electricity fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed. Units
are easy to install, and do not require professional installation. They do not,
however, provide interconnected functionality.
C powered Smoke larms: Can be interconnected so if one unit senses
smoke, all units alarm. They do not operate if electricity fails.
C with battery (DC) back-up: will operate if electricity fails, provided the
batteries are fresh and correctly installed. C and C/DC units must be
installed by a qualified electrician.
Wireless Interconnected larms: Offer the same interconnected functionality
as with hardwired alarms, without wires. Units are easy to install and do not
require professional installation. They provide protection even when electricity
® bulb is not replaceable (Model 7020B only). In the fails, provided the batteries are fresh and correctly installed.
® does not operate during testing,
Smoke larms for Solar or Wind Energy users and battery backup power
systems: C powered Smoke larms should only be operated with true or
pure sine wave inverters. Operating this Smoke larm with most battery-
powered UPS (uninterruptible power supply) products or square wave or
"quasi sine wave" inverters will damage the larm. If you are not sure about
your inverter or UPS type, please consult with the manufacturer to verify.
Smoke larms for the hearing impaired: Special purpose Smoke larms
should be installed for the hearing impaired. They include a visual alarm and
an audible alarm horn, and meet the requirements of the mericans With
Disabilities ct. These units can be interconnected so if one unit senses
smoke, all units alarm.
Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the
combination has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
ll these Smoke larms are designed to provide early warning of fires if
located, installed and cared for as described in the user's manual, and if
smoke reaches the larm. If you are unsure which type of unit to install, refer
to NFP (National Fire Protection ssociation) 72 (National Fire larm and
Signaling Code) and NFP 101 (Life Safety Code). National Fire Protection
ssociation, One Batterymarch Park, Quincy, M 02269-9101. Local building
codes may also require specific units in new construction or in different areas
of the home.
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SPECIAL COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS
This Smoke larm is suitable for use in apartments, condominiums, town-
houses, 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 larm in common areas
may not provide sufficient warning to all residents or meet local fire
protection ordinances/regulations.
This Smoke larm alone is not a suitable substitute for complete fire
detection systems in places housing many people—like apartment buildings,
condominiums, hotels, motels, dormitories, hospitals, health care facilities,
nursing homes, day care facilities, or group homes of any kind. It is not a
suitable substitute for complete fire detection systems in warehouses,
industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and special-purpose non-residential
buildings which require special fire detection and alarm systems. Depending
on the building codes in your area, this Smoke larm may be used to provide
additional protection in these facilities.
In new construction, most building codes require the use of C or C/DC
powered Smoke larms only. In existing construction, C, C/DC, or DC
powered Smoke larms can be used as specified by local building codes.
Refer to NFP 72 (National Fire larm and Signaling Code) and NFP 101
(Life Safety Code), local building codes, or consult your Fire Department for
detailed fire protection requirements in buildings not defined as "households".
LIMITATIONS OF SMOKE ALARMS
Smoke larms have played a key role in reducing deaths resulting from home
fires worldwide. However, like any warning device, Smoke larms can only
work if they are properly located, installed, and maintained, and if smoke
reaches the larms. They are not foolproof.
Smoke alarms may not waken all individuals. Practice the escape plan
at least twice a year, making sure that everyone is involved – from kids to
grandparents. llow children to master fire escape planning and practice
before holding a fire drill at night when they are sleeping. If children or others
do not readily waken to the sound of the smoke alarm, or if there are infants
or family members with mobility limitations, make sure that someone is
assigned to assist them in fire drill and in the event of an emergency. It is
recommended that you hold a fire drill while family members are sleeping in
order to determine their response to the sound of the smoke alarm while
sleeping and to determine whether they may need assistance in the event
of an emergency.
Smoke larms cannot work without power. Battery operated units cannot
work if the batteries are missing, disconnected or dead, if the wrong type
of batteries are used, or if the batteries are not installed correctly. C units
cannot work if the C power is cut off for any reason (open fuse or circuit
breaker, failure along a power line or at a power station, electrical fire that
burns the electrical wires, etc.). If you are concerned about the limitations
of battery or C power, install both types of units.
Smoke larms cannot detect fires if the smoke does not reach the
larms. Smoke from fires in chimneys or walls, on roofs, or on the other side
of closed doors may not reach the sensing chamber and set off the larm.
That is why one unit should be installed inside each bedroom or sleeping
® area—especially if bedroom or sleeping area doors are closed at night—and
in the hallway between them.
Smoke larms may not detect fire on another floor or area of the
dwelling. For example, a stand-alone unit on the second floor may not detect
smoke from a basement fire until the fire spreads. This may not give you
enough time to escape safely. That is why recommended minimum protection
Smoke larm is at least one unit in every sleeping area, and every bedroom on every level
of your dwelling. Even with a unit on every floor, stand-alone units may not
provide as much protection as interconnected units, especially if the fire starts
in a remote area. Some safety experts recommend installing interconnected
C powered units with battery back-up (see " bout Smoke larms") or
professional fire detection systems, so if one unit senses smoke, all units
alarm. Interconnected units may provide earlier warning than stand-alone
units since all units alarm when one detects smoke.
Smoke larms may not be heard. Though the alarm horn in this unit meets
or exceeds current standards, it may not be heard if: 1) the unit is located
outside a closed or partially closed door, 2) residents recently consumed
alcohol or drugs, 3) the larm is drowned out by noise from stereo, TV, traffic,
air conditioner or other appliances, 4) residents are hearing impaired or sound
sleepers. Special purpose units, like those with visual and audible alarms,
should be installed for hearing impaired residents.
Smoke larms may not have time to alarm before the fire itself causes
damage, injury, or death, since smoke from some fires may not reach
the unit immediately. Examples of this include persons smoking in bed,
children playing with matches, or fires caused by violent explosions
resulting from escaping gas.
Smoke larms are not foolproof. Like any electronic device, Smoke larms
are made of components that can wear out or fail at any time. You must test
the unit weekly to ensure your continued protection. Smoke larms cannot
prevent or extinguish fires. They are not a substitute for property or life
insurance.
Smoke larms have a limited life. The unit should be replaced immediately
if it is not operating properly. You should always replace a Smoke larm after
10 years from date of purchase. Write the purchase date on the space provided
on back of unit.
LIMITED WARRANTY
BRK Brands, Inc., ("BRK") the maker of First lert ® brand and BRK ® brand
products, warrants that for a period of ten years from the date of purchase,
this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship.
BRK, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of
the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement
will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the
product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar
product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial
retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt.
Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance.
BRK dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling BRK products do not
have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions
of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting
from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on
improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions,
disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than BRK or an authorized
service center. Further, the warranty does not cover cts of God, such as
fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes or any batteries that are included with
this unit.
BRK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages
caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Except to the
extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of
the above warranty. Some states, provinces or jurisdictions do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations
or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or
province to province.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Service: If service is required, do not return the product to your retailer.
In order to obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer ffairs Division
at 1-800-323-9005, 7:30 M - 5:00 PM Central Standard Time, Monday
through Friday. To assist us in serving you, please have the model number
and date of purchase available when calling.
For Warranty Service return to:
BRK Brands, Inc., 25 Spur Drive, El Paso, TX 79906
Battery: BRK Brands, Inc. make no warranty, express or implied, written or
oral, including that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose
with respect to battery.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Fire Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Before You Install This Smoke larm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
How To Install This Smoke larm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Optional Locking Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Understanding the Indicator Lights
and larm Horn Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Weekly Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Regular Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
If This Smoke larm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
What To Do In Case Of Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Using the Silence Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Latching Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
If You Suspect a Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Recommended Locations For Smoke larms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Locations To void For Smoke larms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
bout Smoke larms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Special Compliance Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Limitations of Smoke larms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
First lert ® is a registered trademark of the First lert Trust.
BRK ® is a registered trademark of BRK Brands, Inc.
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