Operation; Testing; Maintenance; Troubleshooting - Fleetwood Discovery Owner's Manual

SMOKE DETECTOR

Statistics show that most fire
casualties are not caused by direct
flame, but by less visible smoke
(products of combustion). The
smoke detector automatically
returns from alarm to normal state
when the reason for activation, the
presence of smoke, is completely
removed. Reduce risk of fire by
being safety conscious.
WARNING:
There is no way to ensure
against injury or loss of
life in a fire; however, the
smoke detector is intended
to help reduce the risk
of tragedy. Additional
smoke detectors may help
to reduce the risk. Proper
use and care of the smoke
detector could save lives.
INFORMATION:
Refer to the smoke
detector OEM manual for
detailed information and
maintenance information.

Operation

When a 9 Volt DC battery is
correctly connected the LED
flashes every minute and a loud
alarm will sound when
products of combustion is
detected.
NOTE:
The unit will not operate
without a battery. A
battery flag will pop
up preventing the unit
from being installed to
the mounting bracket
without a battery.
Carbon Zinc batteries
average a service life of
one year. Alkaline batteries
average a service life of one
to two years.

Testing

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Simply press the test button
on the smoke alarm cover for
approximately three seconds. The
alarm will sound if all electronic
circuitry, horn and battery are
working properly. The smoke
alarm should be tested at least once
a week when the motorhome is in
use, prior to each trip and when the
motorhome has been in storage.
When testing the smoke alarm it is
advised to stand at arm's length or
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muffle the alarm.
CAUTION:
Never use an open flame
to test the smoke alarm as
this may ignite the alarm or
surrounding area.

Maintenance

Maintenance for Proper
Operation:
Test the smoke alarm once
‹
a week.
Keep a supply of 9 Volt DC
‹
batteries on hand.
Periodically vacuum the
‹
slots in the cover and
sides with a soft brush
attachment.
Test the smoke alarm
‹
after the unit has been
vacuumed.
Discovery, Discovery LXE, Pace Arrow, and Pace Arrow LXEt
The smoke
Located in bedroom
‹
alarm will beep
once a minute when battery
power is low. Immediately
replace the battery.

Troubleshooting

If the alarm does not sound when
the test button is pushed, or with a
smoke test, try the following:
Inspect alarm for obvious
‹
damage.
Check for the
‹
recommended battery type.
Check the battery for
‹
proper connection or
replace the battery if
needed.
Gently vacuum as
‹
recommended.
If these procedures do not correct
the problem, Do not attempt
repairs. Contact the manufacturer
of the alarm if the smoke alarm is
within the warranty period. Smoke
detectors beyond the warranty
period cannot be economically
repaired.

CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR

American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) 119.2 - Fire
& Life Safety 6.4.6 Carbon
Monoxide Detectors states "CO
detectors used must be listed
as suitable for use in RV's and
installed in accordance within the
terms of their listing. No specific
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