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MODEL USI-2430

HEAT ALARM

120 VAC WITH

9V BATTERY BACKUP

OWNER'S MANUAL

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HEAT ALARMS

FEATURES

• This heat alarm is powered by 120 VAC and a 9 Volt battery backup source. AC/

DC heat alarms offer added protection in the event of a power failure or a drained

battery.

• This alarm may be interconnected with a total of not more than 24 interconnected

devices, i.e., as many as 12 other USI ELECTRIC or UNIVERSAL model smoke

alarms or combination smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) or smoke and carbon

monoxide / natural gas alarms; 5 other initiating alarms which may be a combination

of USI ELECTRIC or UNIVERSAL CO Alarms and Heat Alarms; and six other non-

initiating devices such as USI ELECTRIC Relay Modules

• This heat alarm will not attach to the mounting ring if a battery is not in the battery

chamber.

• This heat alarm will sound a short beep about once a minute if the battery is weak

or improperly connected.

• The green LED indicates that the heat alarm is receiving AC power and is working

under normal operation.

• A loud 85 decibels at 10 feet alarm horn will sound to alert you of an emergency.

• The test button checks heat alarm operation.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number USI-2430

Electrical Rating 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 50 mA maximum, 9 Volt

battery backup

Interconnect 24 units maximum

Interconnect with Up to 5 USI heat alarms or CO alarms and

up to 12 USI smoke alarms and 6 other

non-initiating devices (Relay Modules)

UL Temperature Rating 135

F (57

C) fixed temperature

UL Maximum Ambient Temperature 100

F (38

at Unit

Operating Temperature -10

F to 158

F (-23

C to 70

UL Recommended Coverage 2500 square feet (see Note A:)

UL Recommended Spacing 50 feet

Maximum Distance from Wall 25 feet (see Note B:)

Heat alarms are not life safety devices and are not designed to

detect smoke or fire. They are intended to detect temperatures of

135

F or more and to provide an additional source of information

that is supplemental to smoke alarms to increase the probability that

an early warning will be provided to increase chances of life and

property safety.

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Summary of content (10 pages)

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Visit Us on the Web! www.SmokeAlarms.com MODEL USI-2430 HEAT ALARM 120 VAC WITH 9V BATTERY BACKUP OWNER'S MANUAL PLEASE READ AND SAVE! Installer: Please leave this manual with the product. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HEAT ALARMS FEATURES Heat alarms are not life safety devices and are not designed to detect smoke or fire.
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NOTE A: Maximum alarm coverage has been determined by UL to provide detection time equal to sprinkler devices spaced at 10 foot intervals (100 square foot area) on a smooth ceiling 15 ft. x 8 in. high. Higher ceilings can adversely affect detection time. In some instances, earlier detection may be obtained by reducing the spacing between detectors. See the latest edition of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code.
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EXISTING HOMES NEW CONSTRUCTION HOMES -3-
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HEAT ALARM LOCATIONS Install a heat alarm as close to the center of the ceiling as possible. If the center is not practical, mount the heat alarm no closer than 4 inches from a wall or corner.
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INSTALLATION Installation of this unit must conform to the electrical codes in your area; Article 760 of the National Electrical Code, NFPA 72, 101; SBC (SBCCI); UBC (ICBO); NBC (BOCA): OTFDC (CABO), and any other local or building codes that may apply. Wiring and installation must be performed by a licensed electrician. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in injury or property damage. This unit must be powered by a 24-hour, 120V AC 60Hz circuit.
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2. Wiring Instructions: a. The appropriate power supply is 120 Volt single phase power supplied from a non-switchable circuit NOT protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter. b. Turn off main power to the circuit before wiring the heat alarm. c. There are three pigtail leads (black, white and yellow) coming from the AC QUICK CONNECTOR.
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Interconnected combination Natural Gas Alarms will only respond if a natural gas event initiated the alarm. All other alarms remain silent. Interconnected smoke alarms, heat alarms and relay modules will only respond if a smoke alarm / event or heat alarm / event initiates the alarm. All CO and Natural Gas alarms remain silent. Note that alarms without battery backup will not respond during an AC power failure.
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OPERATION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE OPERATION: The heat alarm is operating once the power is connected and turned on (the battery must also be installed). When air temperature at or above 135oF (57oC) is sensed, the unit sounds a loud alarm which continues until the air temperature drops below 135oF. This alarm incorporates the internationally recognized horn signal for evacuation. During alarm mode, the horn produces three short beeps followed by a two second pause and then repeats.
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DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN o Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room. Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder. o Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of fire. o Determine a place outside your home where all of you can meet if a fire occurs. o Familiarize everyone with the sound of the heat alarm and train them to leave your home when they hear the sound.
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PRODUCT FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY MODEL USI-2430 USI ELECTRIC, INC. / UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. (“USI”) warrants your product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) 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.