NOTES
Battery life is calculated on the current ratings in the standby
mode with weekly testings. If its operation mode changes to an
alarming condition, the battery life will be decreased accordingly.
2. The smoke alarm functions
37.8 oc).Prolonged exposure to temperatures outside Of this range
can reduce battery life and affect accuracy. Wedo not recommend
operating the device outside of this range.
Maintenance
To keepyour smoke alarm in good working order, fol ow these simple
steps:
1 Verify the unit's alarm sound and indicator arevvorking properly by
testing the unit once a week.
2. Asa minimum your smoke alarm should be cleaned once every 3
months: Removethe unit from the ceiling and clean the alarm cover
and vents with your vacuum cleaner fitted with the soft brush
attachment
to remove
dust
3, Never use detergents or other solvents to clean the unit.
4. Avoid spraying air fresheners, hair spray or other aerosols near the
alarm.
5. Do not paint the unit, Paint will sealthe vents and interfere with the
sensor'sability to detect fire.
between 40 and 100T (4.4 and
and dirt,
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6. Never attempt to disassemblethe unit or clean inside. Doing so wil
void your warranty
When removed, p acethe smoke alarm back in its proper location as
soon as possib e, to assurecontinuous protection from fire.
8. When household cleaning supplies or similar contaminants are used,
the area should
be ventilated.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
CAUSE
The smoke
is not
The device
is
reaching the sensor
not
properly.
triggered
when
it is
The time
duration
tested with
insufficient
for the
smoke.
device
to detect
smoke.
The smoke
concentration
SOLUTION
The smoke
needs to enter
smoke
sensor
from
the meta
mesh on the side to trigger the
device.
Continuous smoke is necessary
is
for the device to be triggered
When smoke reaches the
smoke sensor, the device will
be trigqered in about 20
seconds.
Sufficient
smoke
concentration
is required for the smoke alarm
is
to detect smoke. The greater
the smoke concentration
faster the alarm will respond.
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the
is, the