Use and Care Manual

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BACKUP BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Disconnect AC power before changing battery. Shock hazard exists if AC power is miswired.
The alarm uses a 9 Volt battery. The battery should last for at least one year under normal
operating conditions. The alarm has a low battery indicator, an audible beep or chirp. It will operate
at approx. 40 second intervals for a minimum of 7 days. When this indication occurs, replace the
battery with an Alkaline type (Energizer #522, Duracell #MN1604, Zeus 9V), or Lithium type
(Energizer LA522, Ultralife U9VL-J, U9VL-J-P) from your local retailer.
OPTIONAL BATTERY DRAWER TAMPER LOCKING PIN: To make your battery drawer tamper
resistant, a locking pin has been provided (breakaway part on mounting bracket).
NOTE: If this feature has been activated, you will need to deactivate it by removing the battery
drawer tamper pin located at side of battery drawer. Refer to Page 5.
Pull the QUICK DRAW
(R)
battery drawer open and remove the battery. While observing polarity,
push the replacement battery into the battery drawer until it is held securely in place. Carefully close
the battery drawer and reinstall the tamper pin.
Test the alarm by pushing the TEST button on the alarm cover until the alarm sounds, then release.
REPAIRS AND SERVICES
If this alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with it. Return the alarm for servicing. See
warranty for instructions. There will be a service charge for repairing out of warranty alarms.
WEEKLY TESTING
• NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You might accidentally damage or set fire
to the alarm or to your home. The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit's operation. NEVER
use vehicle exhaust! Exhaust may cause permanent damage and voids your warranty.
• DO NOT stand close to the alarm when the horn is sounding. Exposure at close range may be
harmful to your hearing. When testing, step away when the horn starts sounding.
It is important to test this alarm every week to make sure it is working properly.
USING THE TEST FEATURE:
Press and release the TEST button on the alarm cover.
During testing, you will hear: 4 beeps (red LED on), 5 second pause, 1 beep (blue LED on).
If the alarm does not sound properly:
1. Make sure the AC power is applied and the battery is fresh and installed correctly.
2. Test the alarm again.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
CLEANING YOUR ALARM:
DO NOT use spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the alarm. DO NOT paint
over the alarm. Doing so may permanently damage the alarm.
The outside can be wiped with a damp cloth. Do not use any household cleaning agents, ammonia-
based cleaners, paints, varnishes or any other chemical on or near your alarm. AFTER CLEANING,
REINSTALL YOUR ALARM. TEST YOUR ALARM BY USING THE TEST BUTTON.