Universal CD-9795 Instructions Manual

Smoke & carbon monoxide alarm with silence control

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The smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of a radioactive element in the ionization
chamber. Do not tamper with radioactive sealed source or try to repair the smoke alarm
yourself. Refer to instructions for repairs.
• This combination smoke/carbon monoxide (CO) alarm requires constant 120VAC power
to operate properly.
• THERE ARE TWO BASIC SMOKE ALARM TYPES - IONIZATION AND PHOTOELECTRIC.
Ionization smoke alarms (such as this smoke alarm) are your best overall choice for
reliability and fast response time, since they quickly sense small "invisible" smoke
particles and will also sense larger "visible" smoke particles. Photoelectric smoke
alarms may respond more quickly in certain types of fires, for example - slow smoldering
fires with large "visible" smoke particles. ALL TYPES OF SMOKE ALARMS HAVE
LIMITATIONS. NO TYPE OF SMOKE ALARM CAN SENSE EVERY KIND OF FIRE OR
SMOKE EVERY TIME.
• SMOKE ALARMS can sound an alarm only when smoke reaches their sensors. Smoke
may not reach the smoke alarm QUICKLY ENOUGH to ensure safe escape. They do not
sense heat, flame or gas (propane).
• ALL alarms have limitations. This combination smoke/CO alarm is not foolproof and is
not warranted to protect lives or property. It is not a substitute for insurance.
• WARNING - SINCE A SMOKE OR CO ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT POWER, having an
alarm(s) that works from two completely different power sources, such as an AC direct wire
with battery backup can give you an extra measure of protection in case of an AC power failure
or a dead battery.
• CO ALARMS are designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from any source of combustion
that reaches their sensor. They are NOT designed to detect any other type of gas.
• USING A SMOKE ALARM IN A SMOKY AREA LIKE A KITCHEN, OR IN A HIGH HUMIDITY
AREA NEAR A SHOWER, CAN CAUSE FALSE ALARMS. DO NOT TURN OFF THE AC
POWER TO QUIET THE ALARM. A SMOKE ALARM WILL NOT HELP PROTECT YOU IF IT
IS NOT POWERED. Properly locate your alarm to avoid nuisance alarms.
• A SMOKE ALARM MAY NOT ALWAYS WARN YOU ABOUT FIRES CAUSED BY
CARELESSNESS AND SAFETY HAZARDS LIKE SMOKING IN BED, VIOLENT
EXPLOSIONS, ESCAPING GAS, IMPROPER STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE MATERIALS,
OVERLOADED ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS, CHILDREN PLAYING WITH MATCHES,
NATURAL CAUSES SUCH AS LIGHTNING, OR ARSON. FIRE PREVENTION IS YOUR
BEST SAFEGUARD.
• SMOKE ALARMS CANNOT DETECT FIRES IF THE SMOKE DOES NOT REACH THEM.
Smoke from fires may not reach the sensing chamber and set off the alarm. One unit
should be installed inside each bedroom or sleeping area.
• SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT DETECT FIRE ON ANOTHER FLOOR OR AREA OF THE
HOME. Recommended minimum protection is at least one unit in every sleeping area
and every bedroom on every level of your home. Interconnected units may provide earlier
warning than stand-alone units since all units alarm when one detects smoke.
• ALARMS MAY NOT BE HEARD. The alarm horn in this unit meets or exceeds current
standards, but 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 alarm is drowned
out by noise from stereos, TV's, air conditioners or other appliances or (4) if residents
are hearing impaired or sound sleepers.
• Because it is possible for the alarm to fail at any time, you must test the alarm weekly
and replace it every 5 years.
• SMOKE ALARMS ARE NOT TO BE USED WITH DETECTOR GUARDS UNLESS THE
COMBINATION HAS BEEN EVALUATED AND FOUND SUITABLE FOR THAT PURPOSE.
• CURRENT STUDIES HAVE SHOWN SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT AWAKEN ALL SLEEPING
INDIVIDUALS AND THAT IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF INDIVIDUALS IN THE
HOUSEHOLD WHO ARE CAPABLE OF ASSISTING OTHERS TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE
TO THOSE WHO MAY NOT BE AWAKENED BY THE ALARM SOUND OR TO THOSE
WHO MAY BE INCAPABLE OF SAFELY EVACUATING THE AREA UNASSISTED.
MODEL CD-9795
SMOKE & CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
WITH SILENCE CONTROL
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
LIMITATIONS AND FUNCTIONS

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  • Page 1 HOUSEHOLD WHO ARE CAPABLE OF ASSISTING OTHERS TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THOSE WHO MAY NOT BE AWAKENED BY THE ALARM SOUND OR TO THOSE WHO MAY BE INCAPABLE OF SAFELY EVACUATING THE AREA UNASSISTED. MODEL CD-9795 SMOKE & CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM WITH SILENCE CONTROL...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    The sensitivity of both the smoke and CO sensors and the horn patterns for both warnings, comply with UL standards. This combination smoke/CO alarm can be used as a replacement for all UNIVERSAL Smoke and CO Alarms without additional wiring. This allows the user to easily upgrade from individual smoke or CO alarms to a combination unit.
  • Page 3: Important Considerations

    WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS YOU MUST QUICKLY DO THE FOLLOWING: If the smoke alarm sounds and you have not pushed the test button, it is a warning of a dangerous situation. Your immediate response is necessary. To prepare for such occurrences, develop family escape plans, discuss them with ALL household members and practice them regularly.
  • Page 4 INSTALLING THE COMBINATION SMOKE/CO ALARM LOCATION Before installing your combination smoke/CO alarm, it is important to choose the best locations in your home. Placement can affect how well the alarm performs and how well residents hear the alarm if it sounds. Statistics of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) show that most of the fatal CO occurrences happen at night while people are sleeping.
  • Page 5: Avoid These Locations

    Mobile Home Installation: For minimum protection, smoke alarms should be installed in compliance with H.U.D. Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards, Title 24 CFR, Section 3280.208 and Section 3282. For additional protection, see Single Story Residence smoke alarm requirements/recommendations for Existing Homes and New Construction Homes.
  • Page 6: Installation And Operation

    THIS COMBINATION SMOKE/CO ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT 120 VAC POWER AND A GOOD BATTERY PROPERLY INSTALLED. THE ALARM SHOULD BE TESTED WHEN INSTALLED AND THEN TESTED WEEKLY AFTER THAT. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: CAUTION!! READ CAREFULLY. CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE! •...
  • Page 7 This combination alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Universal model smoke alarms such as SS-795, SS-790, SS-911, SS-2795, SS-2895 and SS-785 and 6 other units which may be a combination of Carbon Monoxide Alarms such as CD-9385, CD-9390, CD-9485, CD-9490, Heat Alarms/HD-130 or Relay Modules/RM-100 for a total of not more than 18 interconnected devices.
  • Page 8: Operation, Testing & Maintenance

    To activate 9 volt battery and alarm, hold the QUICK DRAW pull and remove the PULL-TAB. Discard PULL-TAB. See "TAMPER LOCKING PIN." Turn on AC power and press the TEST/RESET button. Check the LED's for proper operation (see "TESTING YOUR ALARM"). After test sequence, the Green LED lights to indicate AC power and blinks off approximately every 20 seconds to indicate proper operation.
  • Page 9 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-in test switch accurately tests the unit's operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL). If you choose to use an aerosol smoke product to test the smoke alarm, be certain to use one that has been Listed to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
  • Page 10: Backup Battery Replacement

    Disconnect AC power before changing battery. Shock hazard exists if AC power is miswired. This alarm uses a 9 Volt Alkaline battery. The battery should last for at least one year under normal operating conditions. The alarm has a low battery indicator, an audible "beep." It will operate at 30- 40 second intervals for a minimum of 7 days.
  • Page 11 UNIVERSAL FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. ("UNIVERSAL") warrants your UNIVERSAL product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal residential use and service.

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