usi MI106L Instructions Manual

Smoke & fire alarm with silence feature and alarm

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SMOKE & FIRE ALARM WITH SILENCE FEATURE

This smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of a radioactive

element in the ionization chamber. Do not tamper with radioactive sealed

source or try to repair the smoke alarm yourself.

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

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

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

Backup Battery Replacement .................................................. 7

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

Operational Summary.............................................................. 9

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

MODEL MI106, MI106L

AND ALARM ORIGINATION FEATURE

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
MODEL MI106, MI106L SMOKE & FIRE ALARM WITH SILENCE FEATURE AND ALARM ORIGINATION FEATURE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS This smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of a radioactive element in the ionization chamber. Do not tamper with radioactive sealed source or try to repair the smoke alarm yourself.
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. • Ionization smoke alarms are typically more effective at detecting fast flaming fires—fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a wastebasket, or kitchen grease 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. Ceiling mounting is preferred in ordinary residential construction. However, in mobile homes, wall mounting on an inside partition is preferred to avoid the thermal barrier that may form at the ceiling.
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. • closer than 3 feet (0.9m) horizontal path from the tip of the blade of a ceiling suspended (paddle) fan. • on a poorly insulated ceiling or exterior wall (mount smoke alarm on an inside wall). THIS SMOKE ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT 120 VAC POWER AND A GOOD BATTERY PROPERLY INSTALLED. THE SMOKE ALARM SHOULD BE TESTED WHEN INSTALLED AND THEN TESTED WEEKLY AFTER THAT. Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of 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 bedrooms);...
Page 5: Wiring Instructions
(CO) alarms or smoke and carbon monoxide/natural gas alarms; 6 other initiating alarms which may be a combination of USI Electric or Universal brand CO alarms and heat alarms; and 6 other non-initiating devices such as USI Electric brand relays.
Page 6: Operation, Testing & Maintenance
All CO and natural gas alarms remain silent. NOTE: Alarms without battery backup will not respond during an AC power failure. NOTE: The relay, model USI-960, will not respond if a CO or natural gas alarm event initiates the alarm.
Page 7: Cautions/Warnings
If the smoke alarm does sound, check for fires first. If a fire is discovered, get out and call the fire department. If no fire is present, check to see if one of the reasons listed above may have caused the alarm. Use the Silence Feature if it is a nuisance alarm, or reset the alarm by pressing and holding the test button for ten seconds. Refer to RESET on Page 7. NOTE: It is best to "reset" the alarms before initial test is performed. See Page 7 for Reset procedures. TESTING: Test by pushing 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. ALARM ORIGINATION: Patented Quick Find® Alarm Origination—In an interconnected system consisting of any of these models: MI106S, MIC1509S, MPC122S, MP116S, 5304, MI106, MDS107, MCN108, MICN109, MDSCN111, MP117, it may be difficult to determine which alarm initiated the alarms to sound during an alarm event. This Quick Find® feature will immediately allow you to locate the originating alarm once the alarms have stopped sounding.
Page 8: Backup Battery Replacement
Before using the alarm Silence Feature, identify the source of smoke and be certain that safe conditions exist. (UTHA) MAINTENANCE: The smoke alarm is virtually maintenance free. However, under dusty conditions, a vacuum hose may be used to clear the sensing chamber of dust. Clean the smoke alarm at least once a month to remove dust, dirt, insects or debris. Always turn off power to smoke alarm before cleaning. Using a soft brush or wand attachment to a vacuum cleaner, vacuum all sides and cover of smoke alarm. Be sure all the vents are free of debris.
Page 9: Operational Summary
CAUTION (AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHAL) "Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of 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 bedrooms), and heat or smoke detectors in the living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage rooms, basements and attached garages. OPERATIONAL SUMMARY HORN RED LED GREEN LED CONDITION / RECOMMENDATION Silent Blinks On once Stays On Condition: AC Power is present. DC Power is present. approx every Recommendation: None, alarm is operating properly. 40-45 seconds Blinks On once Silent...
Page 10: Warranty
USI specifically disclaims any liability and shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental loss or damage, including, but not limited to, damages to any equipment with which this product is used.

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