Installation Guide
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Self-Testing
This model is equipped with internal, self-testing components that are always
checking to ensure the device is operating as expected. (Weekly manual testing is
still required. See below.)
Manual Testing
NOTE: When pushing the Test button, use only your finger or thumb. Using any other
instrument(s) (such as a broom handle) is strictly prohibited, as it may damage the alarm.
Test your alarm weekly by pressing and releasing the button quickly. A quick beep
will confirm the button has been pushed followed by the test sequence. See Other
Alarm Visual and Audible Indicators table. The alarm will sound if the electronic cir-
cuitry, horn, and batteries are working. If the alarm does not sound, or gives erratic
or low volume sound, the unit must be replaced.
WARNING: DUE TO THE LOUDNESS OF THE ALARM, ALWAYS STAND
ABOUT 2.5 FEET AWAY FROM THE UNIT OR USE EAR PROTECTION WHEN
TESTING.
WARNING: DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME TO TEST YOUR ALARM,
YOU COULD DAMAGE THE ALARM OR IGNITE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
AND START A STRUCTURE FIRE.
Chirping
When End of Unit Life or Low Battery chirping begins, you can temporarily silence
these chirps by pressing the button. Other fault/error chirps cannot be silenced.
Take appropriate action as described in the Troubleshooting Guide.
WARNING: REPLACE UNIT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE WHEN IN END OF
UNIT LIFE MODE. SEVEN 7 DAYS AFTER END OF UNIT LIFE BEGINS, THE
NOTIFICATIONS CANNOT BE SILENCED, AND SMOKE DETECTION CANNOT
BE GUARANTEED. REPLACE IMMEDIATELY!
Smoke Nuisance
This model meets the latest residential smoke alarm standards, which includes
enhanced resistance to nuisance alarms from cooking.