Battery Replacement; Maintenance And Cleaning - Firex FADC User Manual

110-1082B 12/12/06
NOTE: If smoke alarms are interconnected, all smoke alarms
should sound an alarm within three seconds after any test
button is pushed and the tested smoke alarm sounds.
3. If smoke alarm does not sound, turn off power at main fuse box
or circuit breaker and check wiring. Retest smoke alarm.
!
DANGER: If alarm horn sounds, and smoke alarm
is not being tested, the smoke alarm is
sensing smoke. THE SOUND OF THE ALARM
HORN REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE
ATTENTION AND ACTION.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

In addition to weekly testing, this smoke alarm requires yearly battery
replacement and periodic cleaning to remove dust, dirt, and debris.
!
DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off
power at main service panel by removing
fuse or switching appropriate circuit
breaker to OFF position before replacing
battery or cleaning smoke alarm.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Always turn off power to smoke alarm before replacing battery.
Replace battery at least once a year or immediately when the low
battery chirp sounds once a minute, even though the smoke
alarm is receiving AC power. On item 4718 the red LED will also
blink 4 times every minute after each low battery chirp.
Use only the following batteries as replacements in this smoke alarm:
Eveready 522 or 1222, Duracell MN 1604 or Ultralife U9VL-J.
! WARNING: DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TYPE OF
BATTERY, EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THIS
MANUAL. DO NOT USE RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES.
1. Turn off power to smoke alarm at main service panel.
2. Slide battery door open as shown on page 6 in the installation
section.
3. Remove drained battery from compartment and discard.
4. Install a fresh 9-volt battery.
5. Slide battery door closed.
6. Turn on power and test smoke alarm using Push-to-Test button.
CLEANING
Clean the smoke alarm at least once a month to remove dust,
dirt, or debris. Always turn off power to smoke alarm before cleaning.
•
Using the 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.
•
If necessary, turn off power and use a damp cloth to clean
smoke alarm cover.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to remove the cover or clean inside the
smoke alarm. THIS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
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