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The enclosed alarm is a 2-in-1 Universal Smoke Sensing Technology¨ Smoke & Fire Smart Alarm SMOKE ALARMS WILL NOT WORK DURING A LOSS OF POWER. SINCE A SMOKE 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 smoke alarm, can give you an extra measure of protection in case of an AC power failure or a dead battery.
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smoke alarms since all smoke alarms alarm when one detects smoke. • SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT BE HEARD. The alarm horn in this alarm meets or exceeds current standards, but it may not be heard if: (1) the smoke alarm is located outside a closed or partially closed door;...
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CAUTION: THIS SMOKE ALARM IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE! • A mounting bracket is provided on the back of the alarm. • Remove the mounting bracket from the back of the alarm by holding the mounting bracket and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the “TWIST TO REMOVE”...
TO DEACTIVATE THE LOCKING FEATURES: To remove the alarm for cleaning or servicing or to replace the battery, you must first remove the appropriate locking pin, if it has been installed. 1. Turn off AC power to the circuit. 2. Use long nose pliers to pull the locking pin out of the hole. 3.
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When any one of these interconnected models alarms it will trigger the corresponding alarm within the interconnected system with respect to their sensing capabilities. Natural gas detection is only present in models MDSCN111, MICN109, and MCN108, therefore a natural gas alarm will NOT trigger the alarm of non- natural gas sensing models within an interconnected system.
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When alarms are interconnected, all alarms must be powered from a single AC branch circuit. If local codes do not permit, be sure the neutral wire is common to both phases. The maximum wire run distance between the first and last alarm/device in an interconnected system is 1,000 feet. NOTE: Use standard household wire (18 gauge or larger, rated at least 300V, as required by local codes) available at all electrical supply/hardware stores.
RECOMMENDED LOCATION OF ALARMS • Locate the first smoke alarm in the immediate area of the bedrooms. Try to protect the escape route as the bedrooms are usually farthest from an exit. If more than one sleeping area exists, locate additional smoke alarms in each sleeping area.
alarms in any new construction home. Sloped Ceilings (Peaked Ceilings): Smoke alarms or combination alarms mounted on a peaked ceiling shall be located within 36 in. (914 mm) horizontally of the peak, but not closer than 4 in. (102 mm) vertically to the peak.
• In areas of turbulent air such as air returns or heating and cooling supply vents, smoke alarms shall not be located where airflow prevents smoke from reaching the alarms. • In extremely dusty, dirty or insect-infested areas. Loose particles interfere with smoke alarm operation. •...
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alarmed. The red LED is off and blinks on approx. every 5 seconds until reset. Follow the reset instructions to remove the latching LED. CO ALARM LATCHING LED INDICATOR: The alarm had previously detected CO and had alarmed. The red LED is off and blinks on approx. every 5 seconds until reset. Follow the reset instructions to remove the latching LED.
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RESET: To reset the QUICK FIND¨ Alarm Origination condition, press and hold the Test button on any alarm for at least 10 seconds and then release. Reset after each alarm. The reset feature will reset all interconnected units. END-OF-SERVICE LIFE NOTIFICATION: A majority of home fire deaths are a result of no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms.
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40 second intervals for a minimum of 7 days. When this indication occurs, replace the battery with a Roost Smart Battery replacement battery pack (available at getroost.com). OPTIONAL BATTERY DRAWER TAMPER LOCKING PIN: To make your battery drawer tamper resistant, a locking pin has been provided (breakaway part on mounting bracket).
Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder. • Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of fire. • Determine a place outside your home where all of you can meet if a fire occurs. •...
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9V ROOST SMART BATTERY The Roost Smart Battery requires iOS 7 or Android 4.2 (or higher) devices, Wi-Fi access and installation of ® free Roost iOS or Android app.
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Do not use if the smart battery has visible signs of damage, tampering or decay. In any case where the Roost Smart Battery detects a power overload or electrical short on the alarm, it will automatically shut down power to the alarm to avoid further issue.
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In the event of problems, you will be notified by the app through a push message and you will also receive email. The Roost Smart Battery has not been tested and is not guaranteed to work with all smoke or CO alarms available and in all environments as intended. ...
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Roost cannot and does not guarantee that you will receive notifications within a certain time or at all. While Roost aims for the Services to be highly reliable and available, Roost does not offer any specific uptime guarantee for the Services and the Services are not intended to be reliable or available 100% of the time.
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REMEDIES: If a defect in materials or workmanship arises and a valid claim is received by Roost during the Warranty Period, Roost, at its option and to the extent permitted by law. will (1) repair the Product at no charge using new parts or previously used parts that are equivalent to new in performance and reliability,...
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EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS: This Limited Warranty applies only to the Product manufactured by or for Roost that can be identified by the “Roost” trademark, trade name or logo affixed to it. The Limited Warranty does not apply to any (a) Roost products and services other than the Product, or (b) the Roost mobile application and the related services provided by Roost that are enabled via the Roost mobile application or the Product.
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OR FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS REVENUE OR DATA, RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, EVEN IF ROOST HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY.
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