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Firex FADC Manual

120v ac smoke alarm with 9v battery back-up
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120V AC
Ionization
Smoke Alarm
9V Battery
with
Back-up
The ionization type alarms are generally more effective at detecting fast,
flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread
quickly. Sources of these fires include paper burning in a waste container
or a grease fire in the kitchen. The photoelectric type alarms are generally
more effective at detecting slow, smoldering fires which smolder for hours
before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes
burning in couches or bedding.
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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.
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Unique power connector prevents interconnection with incompatible
smoke alarms or security systems.
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This smoke alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex
model FADC, 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 intercon-
nected devices.
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Optional tamper-resist feature can serve as a safeguard against tampering.
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The smoke alarm will sound a short beep about once a minute if the bat-
tery is weak or improperly connected. Item 5000 also blinks the red LED
4 times each minute to help identify the alarm.
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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.
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Loud alarm horn—85 decibels at 10 feet—sounds to alert you of
an emergency.
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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.
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Test button checks smoke alarm operation and activates False Alarm
Control™ feature which quiets unwanted alarms for up to 15 minutes.
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Item 5000 features a latching LED which blinks the initiating alarm's red
LED 3 times each minute until manually reset.
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Item 5000 has a ramp-up test horn feature which emits 2 reduced-volume
beeps before reaching the full 85db level during testing.
Smoke Alarm
SMOKE ALARM FEATURES
MODEL FADC
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THIS MANUAL
Installer: Please leave this
manual with the product.
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©1999 Maple Chase Company
®
110-761B

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  • Page 1 This smoke alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex model FADC, 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 intercon- nected devices.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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

    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 foolproof and is not warranted to protect lives or property from fire. Smoke alarms are not a substitute for insurance.
  • 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 LIVING AREA AREA...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SMOKE ALARM PLACEMENT AND EXCEPTION INFORMATION • Install a smoke alarm as close to 4 IN (0.1m ) CEILING the center of the ceiling as possi- ble. If this is not practical, mount 4 IN ACCEPTABLE HERE (0.1m ) MINIMUM no closer than 4 inches from a wall NEVER HERE...

  • Page 6: How To Install This Smoke Alarm

    8. Attach connector plug to pins on back of smoke alarm. Plug will only fit one way Battery and will snap into place. 9. Gently tug connector to be sure it is attached securely. Battery Door Remove FADC thin plastic...

  • Page 7: Led Indicators

    This smoke alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex model FADC, 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. DO NOT con- nect to any other type or model smoke alarm.

  • Page 8: False Alarm Control

    FALSE ALARM CONTROL™ Model FADC features a False Alarm Control™ that, when activat- ed, 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. The RED LED will blink once every 10 seconds.

  • Page 9: Battery Replacement

    MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING In addition to weekly testing, this smoke alarm requires yearly battery replacement and periodic cleaning to remove dust, dirt, and debris. DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off power at main service panel by removing fuse or switching appropriate circuit breaker to OFF position before replacing battery or cleaning smoke alarm.

  • 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

    TROUBLESHOOTING DANGER: Always turn off power at main fuse box or circuit breaker before taking trouble- shooting action. WARNING: DO NOT disconnect battery or AC power to quiet an unwanted alarm. This will remove your protection. Fan the air or open a window to remove smoke or dust.

  • Page 12: Warranty Information

    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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