Locations To Avoid; Installation Instructions - Kidde 0915 Manual

0915 etc Guide 23/8/01
6"
(15cm)
MINIMUM
CEILING
DEAD
AIR
SPACE
4"
(10cm)
MINIMUM
NEVER HERE
BEST HERE
12"
(30.5)
MAXIMUM
ACCEPTABLE HERE
DIAGRAM "A"
SIDE WALL
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
Mobile homes built in the past five to seven years have been designed to be energy efficient.
Install smoke alarms as recommended above (refer to RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS and
Diagram A).
In mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present standards, extreme heat or
cold can be transferred from the outside to the inside through poorly insulated walls and roof.
This may create a thermal barrier which can prevent the smoke from reaching an alarm
mounted on the ceiling. In such units, install the smoke alarm on an inside wall with the top
edge of the alarm at a minimum of 4" (10cm) and a maximum of 12" (30.5cm) below the ceiling
(see Diagram A).
If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home, or if you notice that the outer walls
and ceiling are either hot or cold, install the alarm on an inside wall. For minimum protection,
install at least one alarm close to the bedrooms. For additional protection, see SINGLE FLOOR
PLAN in Diagram B.
WARNING: TEST YOUR SMOKE ALARM OPERATION AFTER CARAVAN OR MOBILE
HOME VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE, BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE A
WEEK DURING USE.

2. LOCATIONS TO AVOID

• In the garage. Products of combustion are present when you start your car.
• In front of forced air ducts used for heating and air conditioning, near ceiling fans, or
other high air flow areas.
• In the peak of an "A" frame type ceiling.
• In an area where the temperature may fall below 40°F or rise above 100°F.
• In dusty areas. Dust particles may cause nuisance alarm or failure to alarm.
• In very humid areas or near a bathroom. Moisture or steam can cause nuisance alarms.
• Near fluorescent lights. Electronic "noise" may cause nuisance alarms.
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BEDROOM BEDROOM
BEDROOM
KITCHEN
LIVING ROOM
BEDROOM
SINGLE FLOOR PLAN
BEDROOM
Hall BEDROOM
LIVING
KITCHEN
ROOM
CELLAR
MULTI FLOOR PLAN
Smoke Alarms for Minimum Protection
Smoke Alarms for Maximum Protection
Smoke Alarms with "HUSH" Control
DIAGRAM "B"
When mounting in a
hallway, the "A" line
should be parallel with
the hallway.
FIGURE 1
Alignment Marks
FIGURE 3

3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE!
1. Remove the mounting plate from the back of the alarm by holding the mounting plate and
twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the "OFF" arrow on the alarm cover.
2. To ensure aesthetic alignment of the alarm with the hallway or wall, the "A" line on the
mounting plate must be parallel with the hallway when ceiling mounting or horizontal
when wall mounting.
3. After selecting the proper smoke alarm location as described in Section 1, attach the
mounting plate to the ceiling as shown in Figure 1. For wall mounting see Figure 2. Place
mounting place on the wall. Be sure the "UP FOR WALL MOUNTING" text and arrow are
facing up. Use the screws and anchors provided to secure the mounting plate.
4. Battery installation instructions are provided on the inside of the battery door. To ensure
proper installation of the smoke alarm battery, follow the instructions.
5. When installing the battery, press the battery reminder finger down into the battery
compartment and install the battery (see Figure 3).
6. Alignment marks are provided on the edge of
the trim plate and the alarm. After installing
the mounting plate, place the alarm on the
mounting plate with the alignment marks
lined up. Twist the alarm in the direction
indicated by the "ON" arrow on the alarm
cover (see Figure 4) until it locks in place.
7. USING TAMPER RESIST LOCKING PIN: To make your smoke alarm somewhat tamper
resistant, a locking pin has been provided in the bag with the screws and anchors. Using
this pin will deter children and others from removing the alarm from the mounting plate.
To use the pin, insert it into the hole in the side of the alarm after the alarm has been
installed on the mounting plate (see Figure 5).
NOTE: THE TAMPER RESIST PIN WILL HAVE TO BE REMOVED IN ORDER TO CHANGE
THE BATTERY. USE LONG NOSE PLIERS TO PULL THE PIN OUT OF THE HOLE. IT IS
NOW POSSIBLE TO REMOVE THE ALARM FROM THE MOUNTING PLATE.
8. After installation, test your alarm by depressing and holding down the test button for
several seconds, or by blowing smoke into the alarm. This should sound the alarm.
When wall mounting, the
"A" line should be
horizontal and the "UP
FOR WALL MOUNTING"
arrow must be pointing
up.
FIGURE 2
Remove
Install
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
Tamper Resist Locking Pin
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