Operation And Testing; Nuisance Alarms; Maintenance; Battery Replacement - Kidde 0915 Manual

0915 etc Guide 23/8/01
CAUTION! EARLY WARNING FIRE DETECTION IS BEST ACHIEVED BY THE INSTALLATION OF
THE FIRE DETECTION EQUIPMENT IN ALL ROOMS AND AREAS OF THE HOUSEHOLD AS
FOLLOWS: A SMOKE ALARM INSTALLED IN EACH SEPARATE SLEEPING AREA (IN THE
VICINITY OF -BUT OUTSIDE OF THE BEDROOM) AND HEAT OR SMOKE ALARMS IN THE LIVING
ROOM, DINING ROOM, KITCHEN, HALLWAYS, ATTIC, BOILER ROOM, CLOSETS, UTILITY
STORAGE ROOM, CELLARS AND ATTACHED GARAGE.

4. OPERATION AND TESTING

OPERATION: The smoke alarm is operating once a fresh battery is installed and testing is
complete. When products of combustion are sensed, the unit sounds a loud 85db pulsating
alarm until the air is cleared.
HUSH CONTROL: Available on models 0916, 0916LL and 0918. The "HUSH" feature has the
capability of temporarily desensitising the alarm circuit for approximately 7 minutes. This
feature is to be used only when a known alarm condition, such as smoke from cooking,
activates the alarm The smoke alarm is desensitised by pushing the "HUSH" button on the
smoke alarm cover. If the smoke is not too dense, the alarm will silence immediately and
"chirp" every 30-40 seconds for approximately 7 minutes. This indicates that the alarm is in a
temporarily desensitised condition. The smoke alarm will automatically reset after
approximately 7 minutes and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present. The
"HUSH" feature can be used repeatedly until the air has been cleared of the condition causing
the alarm.
FLASHING LED LIGHT: This smoke alarm is equipped with a flashing red indicator light. The
light is located under the test button and will flash every 30-40 seconds to indicate that the
smoke alarm is receiving power.
SAFETY LIGHT: The model 0918 has a Safety Light feature. When the smoke alarm ionisation
chamber senses smoke, the 85db horn will sound and the Safety Light will flash until the
sensing chamber is cleared of smoke particles.
TESTING: Test by pushing the test button on the cover and holding it down for a minimum of
2 seconds. This will sound the alarm if the electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working. If
no alarm sounds, the unit has defective batteries or other failure. You can also test the alarm
by blowing smoke into it.
TEST THE ALARM WEEKLY TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION. Erratic or low sound coming
from your alarm may indicate a defective alarm and it should be returned for service (see
Section 11).

5. NUISANCE ALARMS

Smoke alarms are designed to minimise nuisance alarms. Cigarette smoke will not normally
set off the alarm, unless the smoke is blown directly into the alarm. Combustion particles from
cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the cooking area. Large quantities
of combustible particles are generated from spills or when broiling. Using the fan on a cooker
hood which vents to the outside (non-recirculating type) will also help remove these
combustible products from the kitchen.
If the alarm sounds, check for fires first. If a fire is discovered, get out and call the fire brigade.
If no fire is present, check to see if one of the reasons listed in Section 2 may have caused the
alarm.
Models 0916, 0916LL and 0918 are equipped with a "HUSH" button that is useful in a kitchen
or other areas prone to nuisance alarms.

6. MAINTENANCE

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

If tamper resist pin has been used, refer to TAMPER RESIST LOCKING PIN in Section 3 for
removal instructions.
To replace the battery, remove the alarm from the mounting plate by rotating the alarm in the
direction of the "OFF" arrow on the cover (see Section 3, Figure 1).
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The Model 0915 Smoke Alarm is powered by a 9V carbon zinc battery (alkaline battery may
also be used). A fresh battery should last for one year under normal operating conditions. This
alarm has a low battery monitor circuit which will cause the alarm to "chirp" approximately
every 30-40 seconds for a minimum of seven (7) days when the battery gets low. Replace the
battery when this condition occurs.
USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT BATTERIES FOR SMOKE ALARM REPLACEMENT:
Carbon Zinc Type: EVEREADY 216 or 1222
GOLD PEAK 1604P or 1604S
Alkaline Type: EVEREADY 522, DURACELL MN1604
GOLD PEAK 1604A
Lithium Type: ULTRALIFE U9VL
FOR MODEL 0918 ONLY
The Safety Light portion is powered by one (1) 9V alkaline battery. Under normal (standby)
conditions, the battery should last at least one year and provide 15 minutes of pulsating light
when the alarm sounds.
NOTE: REGULAR TESTING IS RECOMMENDED. IF THE SAFETY LIGHT APPEARS DIM
DURING REGULAR TESTING, REPLACE BOTH BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY.
USE ONLY THE FOLLOWING 9 VOLT ALKALINE BATTERIES FOR SAFETY LIGHT
REPLACEMENT - Eveready 522 or Duracell MN1604.
WARNING! USE ONLY THE BATTERIES SPECIFIED. USE OF DIFFERENT BATTERIES
MAY HAVE A DETRIMENTAL EFFECT ON THE SMOKE ALARM OR THE SAFETY LIGHT -
FOR MODEL 0918 ONLY.
LAMP REPLACEMENT: The Safety Light has a 6.3 volt 250mA fuse type lamp (average life of
50 hours). If the Safety Light does not operate with a fresh alkaline battery, replace the lamp.
To replace the lamp, remove the alarm from the mounting bracket by rotating the alarm in the
direction of the "OFF" arrow on the cover (see Section 3, Figure 1 for removal, and Section 3,
Figure 5 if tamper resist pin is used).
Open the battery door and remove both batteries from the unit. Grip the lamp holder handle
with your thumb and finger (see Figure 6) and pull out the lamp holder assembly (see Figure
7). Slide the old lamp out of the lamp holder and replace it with a new lamp (see Figure 8).
Reinstall the lamp holder. It will snap easily into the base. Put working batteries back in the
alarm and remount the alarm on its mounting bracket.
REPLACE WITH THE CORRECT LAMP TYPE: Vanco #FTB 6 is available at most radio/tv repair
parts stores. The lamp is also available from KIDDE Safety, Thame Park Road, Thame,
Oxfordshire, OX9 3RT. Send £1.50 (cheque or money order) and request a 0918 replacement
lamp.
Lamp Holder
Base
LAMP INSERTION TO BASE
FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7
Lamp
Base
Lamp Holder
LAMP INSERTION TO LAMP
HOLDER
FIGURE 8
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