0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 1 Smoke Alarm Manual For alarm models: 0915CA 0916CA PE9CA 0918CA SINGLE STATION SMOKE ALARM
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 2 Contents Installation Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-14 Fire Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18 Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 2 Installation Installation Locations to Avoid • Do not install within 0.9 m (3') of the following: The door to a kitchen, or a bathroom that contains a tub or shower, forced air ducts used for heating or cooling, ceiling or whole house ventilating fans, or other high air-flow areas. • Do not place the alarm where drapes or other objects will block the sensor. Smoke must be able to reach the sensor to accurately detect conditions.
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 4 Installation Installation Mounting 10 cm (4”) MINIMUM CEILING BEST PLACEMENT CAUTION: This unit is sealed. The cover is not removable! NOTE: Any statements referring to a battery, applies to both batteries used with model 0918CA. NOTE: Any statements referring to a battery reminder tab, applies to both battery reminder tabs used with model 0918CA.
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 6 Installation Installation Alarm Tamper Resist Feature • To make the smoke alarm tamper-resistant, a locking pin has been provided in the bag with the screws and anchors. Using this pin will deter children and others from removing the alarm from the mounting plate. To use the pin, insert it into the hole in the side of the alarm after the alarm has been installed on the mounting plate (Image 3F).
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 8 Operation Operation Models 0915CA, 0916CA, and 0918CA are designed to detect products of combustion using the ionization technique. They contain 0.9 microcurie of Americium 241, a radioactive material. Distributed under U.S. NRC License No. 32-23858-01E. Manufactured in compliance with U.S. NRC safety criteria in 10 CFR 32.27. The purchaser is exempt from any regulatory requirements. Do not try to repair the smoke alarm yourself.
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 10 Maintenance Maintenance Testing Alarm Removal CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always stand an arms length away from the unit when testing. If the smoke alarm tamper resist feature has been activated, refer to the Alarm Tamper Resist Feature section for removal instructions. Test by pushing the Test button on the cover and hold it down for a minimum of 2 seconds.
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 12 Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the Alarm Safety Light The alarm should be cleaned at least once a year. Model 0918CA • To clean your alarm, remove it from the mounting plate as outlined in previous sections. You can clean the alarm by using compressed air or a vacuum cleaner hose with a soft brush attachment. Blow or vacuum around the perimeter of the alarm to remove dust and dirt.
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 14 Fire Safety Fire Safety WARNING: Please read carefully and thoroughly. • If the alarm is located outside the bedroom or on a different floor, it may not wake up a sound sleeper. • NFPA Standard 72 states: Life safety from fire in residential occupancies is based primarily on early notification to occupants of the need to escape, followed by the appropriate egress actions by those occupants.
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 16 Fire Safety Fire Safety Alarm Exit Procedure Additional Recommendations • Alert small children in the home. • Leave immediately by your escape plan. Every second counts, so don’t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables. • In leaving, don’t open any inside door without first feeling its surface. If hot, or if you see smoke seeping through cracks, don’t open that door! Instead, use your alternate exit.
0918-7227-02_DC_MAN_ENG 10/5/04 4:40 PM Page 18 Warranty Warranty If after reviewing this manual you feel that your smoke alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the unit. In many cases, the quickest way to exchange your alarm is to return it to the original place of purchase. Alternatively, you may return it for servicing to Kidde. If you have questions, call Kidde Customer Service at 1-800-880-6788.
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