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- Page 1 ™ Smart Smoke + CO Alarm PLACE™ Any Space User Manual 120 VAC 60hz, 0.1A max with 3V battery backup Model: PL1AS Prior to installation and use, read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Keep this manual for owner’s future reference.
- Page 2 Safety, Comfort, Security— it’s all in PLACE...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Welcome to PLACE ............ 4 Testing & Maintenance .........28 Important Safety Information ......5 Weekly Testing .............28 Limitations of This Device........7 Maintaining your PLACE .......29 What’s in the Box?............10 Troubleshooting ............31 Recommended Installation Locations ..11 Fire &... -
Page 4: Welcome To Place
Welcome to PLACE Thank you for choosing PLACE — your complete home safety solution. The PLACE Any Space unit is perfect for any room in your home. It provides reliable smoke and carbon monoxide detection, ambient temperature and humidity sensing, motion detection, and more, to give you a safer and smarter home. -
Page 5: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information Read and follow all instructions and warnings in this manual to help avoid injury or death. This safety alert symbol and the terms WARNING and NOTE in this manual alert you to potential serious injury hazards and other important safety information. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. - Page 6 Important Safety Information WARNING • Individuals with medical conditions that may make them more sensitive to carbon monoxide may consider using warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for carbon monoxide concentrations under 30 ppm. For additional information on carbon monoxide and your medical condition, contact your physician.
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Page 7: Limitations Of This Device
Limitations of This Device PLACE alerts homeowners to the presence of dangerous smoke and carbon monoxide using a low frequency signal. Because PLACE is designed to detect smoke and carbon monoxide gas from an actual fire, it is uncommon for household smoke such as cigarette smoke or normal cooking smoke to cause an alarm. - Page 8 Limitations of This Device Early warning devices may not be effective for: • Incendiary fires where fire grows so rapidly that an occupant’s egress is blocked even with properly located devices, including fires caused by violent explosions, escaping gas, improper storage of flammable materials, or arson. This device has additional limitations: •...
- Page 9 Limitations of This Device • Device is not substitute for insurance. Although smoke/CO alarms may help lower insurance premiums, homeowners and renters should insure their lives and property. • Device has limited life. Although device has passed stringent tests and is designed to be reliable, device or components could fail at any time.
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Page 10: What's In The Box
What’s in the Box? • PLACE device with batteries installed • Mounting Bracket • Dust cover • Mounting screws • Wire connectors • Wire harness • User manual • Quick start guide NOTE: Enclosed with the device are two labels to complete with the telephone number of the emergency service provider and a qualified technician. -
Page 11: Recommended Installation Locations
Recommended Installation Locations WARNING Device must be properly installed in proper location to adequately warn against smoke and CO hazards. NFPA 72, 2022 Edition, Chapter 29, Section 29.7.1 Required Detection, states the following: 29.7.1.1 Where required by other governing laws, codes, or standards for a specific type of occupancy, listed carbon monoxide alarms or detectors shall be installed as follows: 1. - Page 12 Recommended Installation Locations 4. On every level of a residential board and care occupancy (small facility), including basements and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics 5. In the living area(s) of a guest suite 6. In the living area(s) of a residential board and care occupancy (small facility) NOTE: This equipment should be installed in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard 72 (National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269).
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Page 13: Installation Locations To Avoid
Installation Locations to Avoid False alarms may be caused by placing devices where they will not operate properly. To avoid false alarms, DO NOT locate smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms: • In damp or very humid areas, or next to bathrooms with showers. The moisture in humid air can enter the sensing chamber as water vapor, then cool and condense into droplets that cause a false alarm. -
Page 14: Setup & Installation
Setup & Installation PLACE App Before you begin installing your PLACE device, download the PLACE app from the Google Play or Apple App store and create an account. The PLACE app provides detailed step-by-step installation instructions and access to all the safety, comfort and convenience features. -
Page 15: System Requirements
Setup & Installation System Requirements To use all the features of your PLACE device, you need: • Wi-Fi® wireless network with 2.4Ghz wireless connection, 802.11g/n compatible router • Active internet connection • A Bluetooth®-enabled iOS® or an Android® device • The PLACE app, available for free in your phone’s app store WARNING Operation of wireless devices can be affected by surroundings. -
Page 16: New Installation
Setup & Installation New Installation Determine Location We recommend a location near the center of the ceiling. If this isn’t possible, install at least 4 inches from the wall or the corner. For wall mounting, select a spot not more than 12 inches from the ceiling. -
Page 17: Replacing An Existing Alarm
Setup & Installation Replacing an Existing Alarm WARNING Installation of this device requires connection to your home’s electrical wiring. If you’re uncomfortable with installation to your home’s electrical wiring, please consult a trained professional for safety and peace of mind. Turn Circuit Off •... - Page 18 Setup & Installation Color (Interconnect) White Black (Neutral) (Hot)
- Page 19 Setup & Installation • The old alarm will be suspended from the wires. Twist the wire connectors counterclockwise to detach them and ensure the exposed wires are straight for the next installation. The interconnect wire may be red, yellow, orange, or striped. •...
- Page 20 Setup & Installation • Push the new alarm against the mounting bracket and turn it clockwise until you feel the tabs grip the mounting bracket securely. • Turn on the circuit breaker to restore power and look for the green indicator light to confirm it has been wired correctly.
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Page 21: Getting To Know Place
AC power failure if batteries are connected to the device. NOTES ON TANDEM INTERCONNECTING MODELS: • DO NOT connect Gentex alarms to other manufacturers’ alarms. • A maximum of 18 compatible smoke, heat, CO and/or combination smoke/CO alarms may be interconnected. -
Page 22: Any Space Components
Getting to Know PLACE Any Space Components Speaker Screen Ring Light Test/Silence Button TEST Power Battery Indicator Light Connector Door Front Mounting Slides Back... - Page 23 Getting to Know PLACE Mounting Slots Mounting Bracket & Wire Harness...
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Page 24: Bluetooth Pairing & Wi-Fi Connection
Getting to Know PLACE Bluetooth Pairing & Wi-Fi Connection • Touch and hold the TEST button until Ring Light turns Blue and release. • The Ring Light will pulse blue while in Pairing Mode. • Follow the instructions in the PLACE app under the “Add New Device” to pair a new device. -
Page 25: Silencing & Hushing Alerts
Getting to Know PLACE Silencing & Hushing Alerts PLACE has a “hush” feature to silence alarms when you are nearby. To activate the hush feature, use the app or press the TEST button on the device in the room where the alarm is sounding. -
Page 26: Events & Notifications
Getting to Know PLACE Events & Notifications PLACE will alert you with alarms, lights and app notifications. See below for more information on what the various lights and icons indicate. Event LED Color Pattern Sound/Voice App Notification Smoke Detected Indicator blinks red Alert notification is every 1s, Ring Light sent to your mobile... - Page 27 Getting to Know PLACE Event LED Color Pattern Sound/Voice App Notification Low Battery Alert Indicator blinks amber Single Chirp tone Alert notification is every 30s–60s. every 30–60 sent to your mobile seconds. phone. Trouble Fault Alert Indicator blinks amber Double Chirp Alert notification is every 30s–60s.
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Page 28: Testing & Maintenance
Testing & Maintenance WARNING Failure to properly test and maintain may prevent proper operation and ability to warn you of hazards. Weekly Testing Test the PLACE device weekly. • Touch and hold the TEST button until Ring Light turns Red and release. The device will sound the alarm. -
Page 29: Maintaining Your Place
Testing & Maintenance Maintaining your PLACE To keep PLACE working properly: • Keep the device cover clean using a soft cloth. Do not vacuum or use compressed air, water, cleaners, or solvents to clean the alarm. • Replace the batteries immediately if the low battery warning is heard. The device requires two Energizer®... - Page 30 Testing & Maintenance Replacing Batteries WARNING • Use only battery type specified. Using different battery model will harm device and alarm operation. • Never remove batteries or disconnect power to stop a nuisance smoke alarm (caused by cooking smoke, etc.). This will disable alarm so it cannot sense smoke or carbon monoxide (CO).
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Page 31: Troubleshooting
Test/silence button is pressed. Device is not operating Contact Gentex Corporation LED’s do not flash and device properly. for replacement information. does not go into test mode. Green LED on, amber LED Low or no batteries in device. - Page 32 Troubleshooting Problem This Means Action Taken Green LED on, amber LED Device is reporting a trouble Contact Gentex Corporation flashing, alarm chirps 2 quick condition or not calibrated. for replacement information. chirps every 55 seconds. Green LED on, amber LED END OF LIFE SIGNAL.
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Page 33: Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety
Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety Fire Safety Installing a smoke alarm can alert occupants to the presence of a fire but cannot prevent a fire. You should create a fire safety plan by: • Installing and maintaining the smoke alarm properly •... - Page 34 Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety If there is a fire in your home, remember to have and follow an evacuation plan: • Do not panic; stay calm • Get out using the planned escape route • Do not open a door if it is hot; use an alternate escape route •...
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Page 35: Carbon Monoxide Safety
Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety Carbon Monoxide Safety WARNING Actuation of the CO alarm indicates the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) which can kill you. If the CO alarm sounds, do not ignore! Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas produced when fossil fuels do not burn completely or are exposed to heat (usually fire). - Page 36 Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety To help prevent CO problems and reduce the risk of CO poisoning: • Clean chimneys and flues yearly • Test and maintain all fuel-burning equipment annually • Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances •...
- Page 37 Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety CO Facts Potential sources of CO in your home include: • Fuel-burning appliances like: portable heater, gas or wood burning fireplace, gas kitchen range or cooktop, gas clothes dryer, portable generators; • Damaged or insufficient venting: corroded or disconnected water heater vent pipe, leaking chimney pipe or flue, or cracked heat exchanger, blocked or clogged chimney opening;...
- Page 38 Fire & Carbon Monoxide Safety Symptoms of CO Poisoning These are possible symptoms of CO poisoning should be discussed with all household members: Exposure Symptoms of CO Poisoning Mild Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (flu-like symptoms) Medium Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, rapid heart rate Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure.
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Page 39: Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) NFPA Standard 72 provides: Smoke Detection. Where required by applicable laws, codes, or standards for the specified occupancy, approved single and multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed as follows: (1) In all sleeping rooms. (2) Outside of each separate sleeping area, in immediate vicinity of the sleeping rooms. - Page 40 Regulatory Information by reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna, increasing distance between the device and receiver, connecting the device into an outlet on a different circuit, or consulting an experienced technician. This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and is subject to the following conditions: 1.
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Page 41: Warranty
For a period of 12 months from the date of purchase or a maximum of 18 months from the date of manufacture (or as long as required by applicable law), Gentex warrants to you the original purchaser that the appliance described in this product information booklet will be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and service. - Page 42 If you submit a valid claim to Gentex during the warranty period, Gentex will, at its option, repair your appliance or furnish you with a new or rebuilt appliance without charge to you...
- Page 43 When a product or part is replaced, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes property of Gentex. For additional warranty and product information go to www.gentex.com. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR BY COUNTRY OR PROVINCE).
- Page 44 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. © 2024 Gentex Corporation®. All rights reserved.
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