usi MP116S Instructions Manual

Photoelectric sensing technology smoke & fire alarm with 10 year tamper proof permanent power sealed battery backup

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PHOTOELECTRIC SENSING TECHNOLOGY

10 YEAR TAMPER PROOF PERMANENT POWER

THANK YOU for purchasing this smoke and fire alarm. This tamper-proof alarm

does not require battery changes. It has a permanent power sealed battery

backup which will last for approximately 10 years. This manual includes important

information regarding where to install the alarm, how to operate, maintenance,

testing and product features. It also includes tips and information which could

help protect you and your family.

Smoke Alarm Limitations and Functions ................................. 2

Recommended Location of Alarms.......................................... 2

Avoid These Locations ............................................................ 3

Early Warning .......................................................................... 4

Installation Instructions ............................................................ 4

Electrical Shock Hazard .......................................................... 4

Locking/Tamper Feature .......................................................... 4

Wiring Instructions ................................................................... 5

Operation, Testing & Maintenance .......................................... 6

QUICK FIND

Resetting ................................................................................. 7

Cautions/Warnings .................................................................. 7

Silence Feature ....................................................................... 7

Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape .................................. 8

Operational Summary............................................................ 10

Warranty ..................................................................Back Cover

MODEL MP116S

SMOKE & FIRE ALARM WITH

SEALED BATTERY BACKUP

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Conforms to UL Std. 217 MODEL MP116S Single/ Multiple Station Smoke Alarm PHOTOELECTRIC SENSING TECHNOLOGY SMOKE & FIRE ALARM WITH 10 YEAR TAMPER PROOF PERMANENT POWER SEALED BATTERY BACKUP THANK YOU for purchasing this smoke and fire alarm. This tamper-proof alarm does not require battery changes.
Page 2: Smoke Alarm Limitations And Functions
SMOKE ALARM LIMITATIONS AND FUNCTIONS • There are three basic smoke alarm types: Universal Smoke Sensing Technology , Ionization and ® Photoelectric • Universal Smoke Sensing Technology is an ionization alarm containing patented Smart Alarm Technology. ® Alarms containing Universal Smoke Sensing Technology are effective at detecting fast flaming fires and slow smoldering fires.
Page 3: Avoid These Locations
• Locate at least one smoke alarm on every floor level. • Locate a smoke alarm in any area where a smoker sleeps or where electrical appliances are operated in sleeping areas. • Smoke, heat and other combustion products rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally. Mounting the smoke alarm on the ceiling in the center of the room places it closest to all points in the room.
Page 4: Early Warning
• in extremely dusty, dirty or insect-infested areas. Loose particles interfere with smoke alarm operation. • in areas where temperature may fall below 40 F (4.4 C) or rise above 100 F (37.8 • closer than 1 foot (0.3m) from fluorescent lights, electrical "noise" and flickering may affect the alarm's operation.
Page 5: Wiring Instructions
This alarm may be interconnected with a total of not more than 24 interconnected devices, i.e., as many as 11 other USI ELECTRIC or UNIVERSAL brand model smoke alarms or combination smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) or smoke and carbon monoxide/natural gas alarms;...
Page 6: Operation, Testing & Maintenance
120 VAC 60Hz 100mA Max. The yellow wire is used only for multiple station operations with USI ELECTRIC Model alarms only. Connecting this yellow wire to any other circuits may result in damage and alarm malfunction. When alarms are interconnected, all alarms must be powered from a single AC branch circuit.
Page 7: Quick Find ® Alarm Originating Feature
TESTING: Test by pressing the Test button on the smoke alarm cover until the alarm sounds, then release. The alarm sounds if all electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working. If no alarm sounds, the alarm may have a power supply failure. Test the smoke alarm weekly to assure proper operation.
Page 8 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. Safety Standards and use it only as directed. Use of non-UL Listed products or improper use of UL Listed products may affect the smoke alarm's sensitivity.
Page 9: Develop And Practice A Plan Of Escape
Once this alarm has been deactivated/turned off: • The alarm cannot be reactivated • The alarm cannot be reattached to the bracket • The alarm will no longer detect smoke FIGURE 2 DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN o Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room.
Page 10: Operational Summary
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY ALARM AUDIBLE & VISUAL SIGNALS RECOMMENDATION CONDITION RECOMMENDATION RED LED HORN GREEN LED To activate the alarm, remove the pull tab. The New - Out of Package Silent alarm will sound one long beep to confirm it is powered up.
Page 11: Warranty
If this product is found to be defective, USI’s only obligation, and your exclusive remedy, is the repair or replacement of the product, at USI’s discretion, provided the product has not been damaged through misuse, abuse, accident, modifications, alteration, neglect or mishandling.