Installation Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Alarm Technology & Key Product Features ..........................2

Alarm Limitations and Functions ...................................2

Installation Instructions ...........................................3

Where This Alarm Should Be Installed .......................3

Where This Alarm Should Not Be Installed ....................5

Mounting Instructions .....................................6

Tamper Resistant Alarm Locking Feature .....................6

Industry & Agency Recommendations ..............................7

Alarm Operation .................................................7

Normal Operation .......................................7

Trouble Signal ..........................................7

Alarm Reset ............................................8

Quick Find® Alarm Origination .............................8

Silence Feature .........................................9

Testing Instructions .......................................9

Alarm & Battery Deactivation ......................................9

What To Do If Alarm Sounds—Carbon Monoxide Detected ............10

What You Should Know about Carbon Monoxide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Symptoms of CO .......................................10

Required CO Alarm Levels ................................10

Response to CO Alarm Sounding ..........................10

Potential Sources of CO ..................................11

What To Do If Alarm Sounds—Smoke Detected ......................12

How Can I Protect My Family from Fire .....................12

Develop An Escape Plan .................................12

Quick Reference Guide ..........................................13

Troubleshooting Information ..............................13

Warranty

Alarm Returns .........................................15

Repairs and Service ....................................15

Regular Maintenance ....................................15

PLEASE READ AND SAVE!

THANK YOU for purchasing this 3-in-1 Photoelectric Smoke + Fire + Carbon Monoxide

Smart Alarm. This tamper-proof alarm does not require battery changes. This alarm

contains a 10 year permanent power sealed battery to provide continuous protection-

-even in the event of a power outage. The sealed battery will last for approximately 10

years. This manual includes important information regarding where to install the alarm,

how to operate, maintenance, testing and product features. It also includes tips and

information which could help protect you and your family.

MODEL

MPC322S

Summary of content (15 pages)

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MODEL MPC322S PLEASE READ AND SAVE! THANK YOU for purchasing this 3-in-1 Photoelectric Smoke + Fire + Carbon Monoxide Smart Alarm. This tamper-proof alarm does not require battery changes. This alarm contains a 10 year permanent power sealed battery to provide continuous protection-even in the event of a power outage. The sealed battery will last for approximately 10 years.
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ALARM TECHNOLOGY & FEATURES This is a 3-in-1 combination smoke + fire + carbon monoxide (CO) alarm. The 10 year sealed battery provides continuous protection even in the event of a power outage. • There are three basic smoke alarm types: Universal Smoke Sensing Technology®, Ionization and Photoelectric. • Universal Smoke Sensing Technology® is an ionization alarm containing patented Smart Alarm Technology.
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• SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT DETECT FIRE ON ANOTHER FLOOR OR AREA OF THE HOME. Recommended minimum protection is at least one smoke alarm inside every bedroom, outside every sleeping area and on every level of the residence. Interconnected alarms may provide earlier warning than stand-alone alarms since all alarms will sound when the initiating alarm sounds. • SMOKE ALARMS CANNOT PREVENT OR EXTINGUISH FIRES. • ALARMS CAN ONLY SENSE CO WHICH REACHES THE ALARM SENSOR.
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• Install an alarm in every family living unit containing a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace, or an attached garage. • Alarms should be centrally located outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms. Where bedrooms are separated and audibility of the alarm to occupants within the bedroom area could be seriously impaired, more than one alarm may be needed. • Protect the escape route, as the bedrooms are usually farthest from an exit.
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Mobile Home Installation: For minimum protection, smoke alarms should be installed in compliance with H.U.D. Manufactured Home Construction Safety Standards, Title 24 CFR, Section 3280.208 and Section 3282. For additional protection, see Single Story Residence smoke alarm requirements/recommendations for Existing Homes and New Construction Homes.
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• Less than 12 inches (306mm) away from fluorescent lights. Electrical noise can interfere with the operation of the alarm. • In the kitchen, some gas appliances can emit a short burst of CO or gas upon startup. This is normal. If this alarm is installed too close to these appliances, it may sound often and become a nuisance. • Less than 20 feet (6m) from the sources or combustion particles such as a stove, furnace, water heater, non-electric space heater.
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4. Insert the pin into the opening located in the base of the alarm (Figure 2) TO REMOVE: To remove the alarm after the tamper resistant locking feature has been engaged; remove the locking pin using long nose pliers. The locking pin is reusable. IMPORTANT: Two self-adhesive labels are included with this alarm. On each label write in the phone number of your emergency responder, for example 911, and a qualified appliance technician.
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once approximately every two minutes. The red CO LED is off. The trouble signal cannot be silenced. Reset the alarm. If this does not clear this trouble signal, deactivate the alarm. Refer to the “alarm deactivation section.” Replace alarm immediately. RESET ALARM: Press the test/silence button for 10-15 seconds, then release. This will clear the alarm origination. Be sure to reset alarms after every alarm event.
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NOTE: The alarm horn loudness meets or exceeds current UL standards of 85 dB at 10 feet (3 meters). WEEKLY TESTING: This alarm is designed to act as a monitor, not for use as a short-term testing device, or to perform a quick check for the presence of CO or smoke. The built-in test switch accurately tests the alarm operation as required by ANSI/UL 2034/UL 217 Standards for Safety. If at any time the alarm does not perform as described when tested, replace it immediately.
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CO Carbon monoxide (CO) is an insidious poison. It is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas. It is a cumulative poison. Even low levels of CO have been shown to cause brain and other vital organ damage in unborn infants with no effect on the mother. The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING and should be discussed with ALL members of the household: MILD EXPOSURE: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue (often described as “flu-like” symptoms).
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NOTE: A qualified appliance technician is defined as “a company engaged in and responsible for the installation, testing, servicing, or replacement of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, combustion appliances and equipment, gas fireplaces or other combustion equipment.” Because carbon monoxide may dissipate by the time a first responder or investigator arrives, it may be difficult to locate the source of CO.
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Make regular visual inspections of all fuel-burning appliances. Check appliances for excessive rust and scaling. Check the color of the flame on the burner and pilot lights to ensure they are burning properly. They should be blue. If the flame is orange or yellow, it is a sign the fuel is not burning completely and a repair technician should be contacted. Teach every member of your home about the sounds and operation of this alarm. Proper response is key to survival.
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CONDITION ALARM AUDIBLE & VISUAL SIGNALS RECOMMENDATION HORN SMK RED LED CO RED LED New-Out of package. Silent Off Off To activate the alarm remove the pull tab. The alarm will sound one long beep to confirm it is powered up. DC power is present. Silent Blinks On approx. every 2 minutes. Off Alarm is operating properly. The Test button has been pressed. The test sequence lasts for approx 10 seconds. 3 Beeps, 6 second pause, 4 beeps. Blinks On in sync with 3 beeps.
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MODEL MPC322S TEN-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY USI Electric, Inc. /Universal Security Instruments, Inc. (“USI”) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 10 (ten) years from the date of purchase. This warranty shall not apply to any batteries used in the product or to any damage which may be caused by such batteries. This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal residential use and service.