(b) Manually Testing your Smoke Alarm
It is recommended that you test your Smoke Alarm at least
once a month to be sure the unit is working. It will also help you
and your family to become familiar with the sound of the Alarm.
When you press the Test Button it simulates the effect of smoke
during a real fire. So, there is no need to test the Alarm with
smoke.
Press and hold the Test Button until the Alarm sounds (it may
take up to 10 seconds), (Figure 8). The alarm will stop
sounding shortly after the Button is released. If the alarm fails
to sound, follow this checklist.
1. Check Battery Connectors to be sure they are firmly snapped
to the Battery.
2. Replace the Battery. (Check the date marked on the Cover
when you last replaced the Battery).
3. Check for any sign of contamination such as cobwebs or
dust and clean the alarm as described on page 9 if necessary.
WARNING: Do not test with flame.
This can set fire to the alarm and damage the house. We do not
recommend testing with smoke as the results can be
misleading unless special apparatus is used.
(c) Replacing the Battery
A fresh Battery should last about one year. When Battery power
is low and replacement is necessary, the Alarm will “beep” and
the LED will flash at the same time about once per minute for
at least 30 days. The battery must then be replaced. Replace
the battery if the alarm does not sound when the Test Button is
pressed. For maximum reliability, replace battery at least once
a year.
Test the alarm for correct operation using the test button
whenever the battery is replaced.
If the Power Indicator light ceases flashing, replace the battery.
Be sure to replace the Battery as soon as possible to ensure
proper operation and to avoid a leaking Battery. Leakage could
cause damage to the Alarm, furniture, and carpeting.
For replacement batteries, refer to the label inside Smoke
Alarm Cover.
WARNING: Use of any other battery may be detrimental to the
operation of the Smoke Alarm.
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