Using The Silence Feature; If You Suspect A Problem; Recommended Locations For Smoke Alarms - First Alert P1010 User Manual

USING THE SILENCE FEATURE

The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for up to 10 minutes. To use this feature, press the Test/Silence button. If the unit will not silence
and no heavy smoke is present, or if it stays in silence mode continuously, it should be replaced immediately. The LED will flash every 8 seconds while in
silence.
The Silence Feature does not disable the unit—it makes it temporarily less sensitive to smoke. For your safety, if smoke around the unit is dense 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 smoke, do not assume it is an unwanted
alarm. Not responding to an alarm can result in property loss, injury, or death.
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IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM

Smoke Alarms may not operate properly because of a build-up of dirt, dust or grease on the Smoke Alarm cover, or installation in an improper location. Clean the
Smoke Alarm as described in "Regular Maintenance," then test the Smoke Alarm again. If it fails to test properly when you use the test button, or if the problem
persists, replace the Smoke Alarm immediately.
• Three "chirps" is an alarm malfunction, replace the alarm.
• If you hear a series of "chirps" about once a minute, replace the Alarm.
• If you experience frequent non-emergency alarms (like those caused by cooking smoke), try relocating the Smoke Alarm.
• If the alarm sounds when no smoke is visible, try cleaning or relocating the Smoke Alarm. The cover may be dirty.
• If the alarm does not sound during testing, try installing again and make sure it is snapped in securely.
Do not try fixing the alarm yourself – this will void your warranty!
If the Smoke Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under warranty, please see "How to Obtain Warranty Service" in the Limited Warranty.
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TO PERMANENTLY DEACTIVATE THE SMOKE ALARM
Alarm is sealed. The battery pack is not replaceable. Once it reaches the end of its service life, or after 10 years—
whichever comes first—you must install a new Smoke Alarm. After 10 years or after the End of Life warning
sounds (whichever comes first):
1. TO PERMANENTLY DEACTIVATE ALARM:
Slide the deactivation tab located on the base of the alarm outward until it stops as shown. This will discharge the
battery pack and deactivate the unit. Once deactivated the alarm cannot be reactivated and must be replaced.
2. Install a new Smoke Alarm immediately!
Note: Unit cannot be remounted once deactivated
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RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS

Installing Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recommends one Smoke Alarm on every floor, in every sleeping area, and in every bedroom. In new construction,
the Smoke Alarms must be AC powered and interconnected. See "Agency Placement Recommendations" for details. For additional coverage, it is recommended
that you install a Smoke Alarm in all rooms, halls, 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 Alarms.
More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:
• On every level of your home, including finished attics and basements.
• Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with doors closed.
• In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall is over 40 feet (12 meters) long, install an alarm at
each end.
• At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway, and at bottom of basement stairway.
Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm 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 AC or AC/DC units be interconnected for added protection.
USING THE SILENCE FEATURE
The Silence Feature can temporarily quiet an unwanted alarm for up to 10 minutes. To use this feature, press the Test/Silence button. If the unit will not silence
and no heavy smoke is present, or if it stays in silence mode continuously, it should be replaced immediately. The LED will flash every 8 seconds while in
silence.
The Silence Feature does not disable the unit—it makes it temporarily less sensitive to smoke. For your safety, if smoke around the unit is dense enough to suggest