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SMOKE ALARM FEATURES

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This smoke alarm is powered by 120V AC and a 9-volt battery back-up

source. AC/DC smoke alarms offer added protection in the event of a

power failure or a drained battery.

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Unique power connector prevents interconnection with incompatible

smoke alarms or security systems.

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This smoke alarm may be interconnected with as many as 11 other Firex

model FADC, AD, ADC, PAD or FX1218 smoke alarms, and as many as

6 Firex model ADH heat alarms for a total of not more than 18 intercon-

nected devices.

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Optional tamper-resist feature can serve as a safeguard against tampering.

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The smoke alarm will sound a short beep about once a minute if the bat-

tery is weak or improperly connected. Item 4718 also blinks the red LED

4 times each minute to help identify the alarm.

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Green and red LED indicator(s) show when the smoke alarm is receiving

AC power, working under normal operation, in alarm, or under false

alarm control.

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Loud alarm horn—85 decibels at 10 feet—sounds to alert you to

an emergency.

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This alarm incorporates the internationally recognized horn signal for

evacuation. During alarm mode, the horn produces three short beeps fol-

lowed by a 2 second pause and then repeats. This pattern is somewhat

different than the previous alarm sound, which continually beeped.

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Test button checks smoke alarm operation and activates False Alarm

Control feature which quiets unwanted alarms for up to 15 minutes.

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Item 4718 features a latching LED which blinks the initiating alarm’s red

LED 3 times each minute until manually reset.

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Item 4718 has a ramp-up test horn feature which emits 2 reduced-volume

beeps before reaching the full 85db level during testing.

120V AC

Ionization

Smoke Alarm

with 9V Battery

Back-up

110-1082B

MODEL FADC

PLEASE READ AND

SAVE THIS MANUAL

Installer: Please leave this

manual with the product.

The ionization type alarms are generally more effective at detecting fast, flaming

fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of

these fires may include flammable liquids or paper burning in a waste container.

The photoelectric type alarms are generally more effective at detecting slow,

smoldering fires which smolder for hours before bursting into flame. Sources of

these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding. However, both

types of alarms are designed to provide adequate detection of both types of fires. If

you desire the benefits of both systems, you should install smoke alarms that

combine in one alarm both photoelectric and ionization sensing technologies.

110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 1

Summary of content (12 pages)

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10-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 1 120V AC Ionization Smoke Alarm with 9V Battery Back-up 110-1082B MODEL FADC PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL Installer: Please leave this manual with the product. TIN OF O CALIF G RN AT HA ST L IA STA TE IS E S E S L FIRE M A R R V I C E The ionization type alarms are generally more effective at detecting fast, flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ! W A R N I N G • This smoke alarm requires constant 120-volt, AC power AND a working 9-volt battery to operate properly. This smoke alarm WILL NOT work if AC power is not connected or has failed or been interrupted for any reason AND the battery is removed, drained or improperly connected. DO NOT use any other kind of battery except as specified in this manual.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 3 fast-burning, explosive, or intentional. Others are caused by carelessness or safety hazards. Smoke may not reach the smoke alarm QUICKLY ENOUGH to ensure safe escape. • Smoke alarms have limitations. This smoke alarm is not foolproof and is not warranted to protect lives or property from fire. Smoke alarms are not a substitute for insurance. Homeowners and renters should insure their life and property.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 4 FOR BEST PROTECTION, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU INSTALL A SMOKE ALARM IN EVERY ROOM. In addition, we recommend that all smoke alarms be interconnected. Typical Efficiency Home (Apartment) • Install a smoke alarm on the ceiling or wall closest to the sleeping area. MOBILE HOME Typical Mobile Home NOTE: For mobile homes built before 1978, install smoke alarms on an inside wall between 4 and 12 inches from the ceiling.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 5 IMPORTANT SMOKE ALARM PLACEMENT AND EXCEPTION INFORMATION • Install a smoke alarm as close to • • • • the center of the ceiling as possible. If this is not practical, mount no closer than 4 inches from a wall or corner. Also, if local codes allow, install smoke alarms on walls, between 4 and 12 inches from ceiling/wall intersections. Install a minimum of two smoke alarms in every home, no matter how small the home.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 6 HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKE ALARM ! DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off power at the main fuse box or circuit breaker by removing the fuse or switching the circuit breaker to the OFF position. ! WARNING: This smoke alarm should be installed only by a qualified electrician. Smoke alarm wiring to be used shall be in accordance with the provisions of Article 210 and 760 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and any local codes that may apply.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 7 10. Position smoke alarm to mounting plate and turn clockwise to lock into place. For tamper-resist, use long-nosed pliers to remove thin plastic from notch on smoke alarm edge. Insert pin into notch on edge of smoke alarm after smoke alarm is positioned properly in base. Insert pin here Remove pin from here 11. Remove arrow tab and close battery door. Smoke alarm may beep briefly as door is closed. 12. Turn on power at main fuse box or circuit breaker. 13.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 8 FALSE ALARM CONTROL Model FADC features a False Alarm Control that, when activated, quiets unwanted alarms for up to 15 minutes. To use the False Alarm Control: Press and release the test button during an unwanted alarm. The alarm should stop within ten seconds. The RED LED will blink once every 10 seconds. This means the smoke alarm is in False Alarm Control.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 9 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.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 10 REPAIR ! CAUTION: Do not attempt to repair this smoke alarm. Doing so will void your warranty. If smoke alarm is not operating properly, see “TROUBLESHOOTING.” If necessary and if still under warranty, return smoke alarm to Invensys Controls Americas. Pack it in a well-padded carton, shipping prepaid, to: Invensys Controls Americas Product Service Department 28C Leigh Fisher Blvd.
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0-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 11 TROUBLESHOOTING ! DANGER: Always turn off power at main fuse box or circuit breaker before taking troubleshooting action. ! WARNING: DO NOT disconnect battery or AC power to quiet an unwanted alarm. This will remove your protection. Fan the air or open a window to remove smoke or dust. PROBLEM Smoke alarm does not sound when tested. NOTE: Push test button for at least five (5) seconds while testing! SOLUTION 1. Check that AC power is turned on. 2. Turn off power.
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110-1082B 12/12/06 4:01 PM Page 12 WARRANTY INFORMATION 5-YEAR LIMITED SMOKE ALARM WARRANTY AND 10-YEAR LIMITED ULTRALIFE U9VL-J LITHIUM BATTERY WARRANTY (WHEN SOLD WITH INVENSYS CONTROLS AMERICAS SMOKE ALARM) Invensys Controls Americas warrants to the original consumer purchaser each new smoke alarm to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase.