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MODEL CD-9775

SMOKE & CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM

WITH SILENCE CONTROL

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

The smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of a radioactive element in the ionization

chamber. Do not tamper with radioactive sealed source or try to repair the smoke alarm

yourself. Refer to instructions for repairs.

LIMITATIONS AND FUNCTIONS

• This combination smoke/carbon monoxide (CO) alarm requires constant 120VAC power to

operate properly.

• THERE ARE TWO BASIC SMOKE ALARM TYPES - IONIZATION AND PHOTOELECTRIC.

Ionization smoke alarms (such as this smoke alarm) are your best overall choice for

reliability and fast response time, since they quickly sense small "invisible" smoke particles

and will also sense larger "visible" smoke particles. Photoelectric smoke alarms may

respond more quickly in certain types of fires, for example - slow smoldering fires with large

"visible" smoke particles. ALL TYPES OF SMOKE ALARMS HAVE LIMITATIONS. NO TYPE

OF SMOKE ALARM CAN SENSE EVERY KIND OF FIRE OR SMOKE EVERY TIME.

• SMOKE ALARMS can sound an alarm only when smoke reaches their sensors. Smoke may

not reach the smoke alarm QUICKLY ENOUGH to ensure safe escape. They do not sense

heat, flame or gas (propane).

• ALL alarms have limitations. This combination smoke/CO alarm is not foolproof and is not

warranted to protect lives or property. It is not a substitute for insurance.

• WARNING - SINCE A SMOKE OR CO ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT POWER, having an

alarm(s) that works from two completely different power sources, such as an AC direct wire with

battery backup can give you an extra measure of protection in case of an AC power failure or a dead

battery.

• CO ALARMS are designed to detect carbon monoxide gas from any source of combustion

that reaches their sensor. They are NOT designed to detect any other type of gas.

• USING A SMOKE ALARM IN A SMOKY AREA LIKE A KITCHEN, OR IN A HIGH HUMIDITY

AREA NEAR A SHOWER, CAN CAUSE FALSE ALARMS. DO NOT TURN OFF THE AC

POWER TO QUIET THE ALARM. A SMOKE ALARM WILL NOT HELP PROTECT YOU IF IT

IS NOT POWERED. Properly locate your alarm to avoid nuisance alarms.

• A SMOKE ALARM MAY NOT ALWAYS WARN YOU ABOUT FIRES CAUSED BY

CARELESSNESS AND SAFETY HAZARDS LIKE SMOKING IN BED, VIOLENT

EXPLOSIONS, ESCAPING GAS, IMPROPER STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE MATERIALS,

OVERLOADED ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS, CHILDREN PLAYING WITH MATCHES, NATURAL

CAUSES SUCH AS LIGHTNING, OR ARSON. FIRE PREVENTION IS YOUR BEST

SAFEGUARD.

• SMOKE ALARMS CANNOT DETECT FIRES IF THE SMOKE DOES NOT REACH THEM.

Smoke from fires may not reach the sensing chamber and set off the alarm. One unit should

be installed inside each bedroom or sleeping area.

• SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT DETECT FIRE ON ANOTHER FLOOR OR AREA OF THE

HOME. Recommended minimum protection is at least one unit in every sleeping area and

every bedroom on every level of your home. Interconnected units may provide earlier

warning than stand-alone units since all units alarm when one detects smoke.

• ALARMS MAY NOT BE HEARD. The alarm horn in this unit meets or exceeds current

standards, but it may not be heard if: (1) the unit is located outside a closed or partially

closed door; (2) residents recently consumed alcohol or drugs; (3) the alarm is drowned out

by noise from stereos, TV's, air conditioners or other appliances or (4) if residents are hearing

impaired or sound sleepers.

• Because it is possible for the alarm to fail at any time, you must test the alarm weekly and

replace it every 7 years.

• SMOKE ALARMS ARE NOT TO BE USED WITH DETECTOR GUARDS UNLESS THE

COMBINATION HAS BEEN EVALUATED AND FOUND SUITABLE FOR THAT PURPOSE.

• CURRENT STUDIES HAVE SHOWN SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT AWAKEN ALL SLEEPING

INDIVIDUALS AND THAT IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF INDIVIDUALS IN THE

HOUSEHOLD WHO ARE CAPABLE OF ASSISTING OTHERS TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE

TO THOSE WHO MAY NOT BE AWAKENED BY THE ALARM SOUND OR TO THOSE WHO

MAY BE INCAPABLE OF SAFELY EVACUATING THE AREA UNASSISTED.

Summary of content (9 pages)

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MODEL CD-9775 SMOKE & CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM WITH SILENCE CONTROL READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS E The smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of a radioactive element in the ionization chamber. Do not tamper with radioactive sealed source or try to repair the smoke alarm yourself. Refer to instructions for repairs. LIMITATIONS AND FUNCTIONS • This combination smoke/carbon monoxide (CO) alarm requires constant 120VAC power to operate properly.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION About this Alarm This combination alarm has separate sensors to detect smoke and carbon monoxide (CO). The smoke alarm has priority over the CO alarm. The combination smoke/CO alarm is designed to be used in ordinary indoor locations of single-family households only. The sensitivity of both the smoke and CO sensors and the horn patterns for both warnings, comply with UL standards. This combination smoke/CO alarm can be used as a replacement for all UNIVERSAL Smoke and CO Alarms.
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WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF THE SMOKE ALARM SOUNDS YOU MUST QUICKLY DO THE FOLLOWING: If the smoke alarm sounds and you have not pushed the test button, it is a warning of a dangerous situation. Your immediate response is necessary. To prepare for such occurrences, develop family escape plans, discuss them with ALL household members and practice them regularly. BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN o Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room.
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INSTALLING THE COMBINATION SMOKE/CO ALARM FOR RESIDENTIAL USE LOCATION Before installing your combination smoke/CO alarm, it is important to choose the best locations in your home. Placement can affect how well the alarm performs and how well residents hear the alarm if it sounds. Statistics of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) show that most of the fatal CO occurrences happen at night while people are sleeping.
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Existing Homes: The NFPA requires a smoke alarm on every level and outside each sleeping area in existing construction. An existing household with one level and one sleeping area is required to have one smoke alarm. New Construction Homes and Manufactured Homes: The NFPA requires AC-powered, interconnected smoke alarms to be installed inside each bedroom, outside each bedroom area, and on every level of the home.
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THIS COMBINATION SMOKE/CO ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT A GOOD BATTERY PROPERLY INSTALLED. THE ALARM SHOULD BE TESTED WHEN INSTALLED AND THEN TESTED WEEKLY AFTER THAT. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: CAUTION!! READ CAREFULLY. CAUTION: THIS UNIT IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE! • This combination smoke/CO alarm requires a working 9 Volt battery to operate properly. This combination smoke/CO alarm WILL NOT work if the battery is removed, drained or improperly connected.
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STANDBY (NON-ALARM) CONDITION: Whenever battery power is present, the Green LED is off and flashes on approximately every 40 seconds and the Red LED is off. (ALARM) CONDITION: For BOTH the SMOKE and CO alarm conditions, the Red LED flashes on and the unit emits a loud, pulsating alarm (refer to the OPERATION section to differentiate between the SMOKE and CO alarm patterns). RESETTING YOUR ALARM: Reset your alarm by momentarily pushing the "TEST/SILENCE" button.
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BACKUP BATTERY REPLACEMENT This alarm uses a 9 Volt Alkaline battery. The battery should last for at least one year under normal operating conditions. The alarm has a low battery indicator, an audible "beep." It will operate at 3040 second intervals for a minimum of 7 days. When this indication occurs, replace the battery with an Alkaline type (Eveready Energizer #522, Duracell #MN1604), or Lithium type (ULTRALIFE U9VLJ), from your local retailer.
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UNIVERSAL FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. ("USI") warrants your USI product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal residential use and service.