First Alert AC10-500 User Manual page 14

Installation of Adapter Plug (Continued)
WARNING:
NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72, NFPA 101; SBC (SBCCI); UBC (ICBO); NBC (BOCA); OTFDC (CABO), and any
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other local or building codes that may apply. Wiring and installation must be performed by a licensed
electrician. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in injury or property damage.
This unit must be powered by a 24-hour, 120VAC pure sine wave 60Hz circuit. Be sure the circuit cannot
be turned off by a switch, dimmer, or ground fault circuit interrupter. Failure to connect this unit to a 24-
hour circuit may prevent it from providing constant protection.
Step 2
Turn off AC power.
Step 3
Remove unit. Remove old mounting bracket.
Step 4
Install new mounting bracket.
Step 5
Connect the black end of the appropriate Adapter Plug to the existing power connector.
NOTE: There may not be enough room for the Adapter Plug and additional wiring to fit in the junction
box. If not, the old power connector must be removed and replaced with the BRK
Step 6
Connect the other end of the Adapter Plug to First Alert
Step 7
Check all connections. Make sure all plugs are completely connected and snapped together. Ensure the
Adapter Plug is securely connected to the existing Power Connector.
Step 8
Install the base of the Alarm to the mounting bracket.
Step 9
Restore power to the junction box.
Step 10
Test each Alarm. Press and hold the test button until the unit alarms. When testing a series of
interconnected units you must test each unit individually. Make sure all units alarm when each one is tested.
DANGER:
connections.
alarm, replace it immediately.
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Installation of this unit must conform to the electrical codes in your area; Article 760 of
If any unit in the series does not alarm,
RESTORE POWER. If any unit within interconnected alarms does not
® Power Connector.
/ BRK Alarm.
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TURN OFF POWER and recheck