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HOW TO USE YOUR MOTORHOME’S EQUIPMENT

Smoke Alarm

Operation

The smoke alarm is operating once a fresh
battery is installed and testing is complete.
When products of combustion are sensed, the
unit sounds a loud 85db pulsating alarm until
the air is cleared.

Hush Control

- The “HUSH” feature has the

capability of temporarily desensitising the
alarm circuit for approximately 8 minutes. This
feature is to be used only when a known
alarm condition, such as smoke from cooking
activates the alarm. If the smoke is not too
dense, the alarm will silence immediately and
the Red LED will flash once every 10 seconds
for approximately 8 minutes. This indicates
that the alarm is in a temporarily desensitised
condition. The smoke alarm will automatically
reset after approximately 8 minutes and sound
the alarm if particles of combustion are still
present. The “HUSH” feature can be used
repeatedly until the air has been cleared of the
condition causing the alarm.

Note:

Dense smoke will override the hush

control feature and sound a continuous alarm.

CAUTION:

Before using the alarm hush

feature, identify the source of the smoke and
be certain a safe condition exists.

Flashing LED Light

- This smoke alarm is

equipped with a flashing red indicator light.
The light is located under the test button and
will flash every 40 seconds to indicate that the
smoke alarm is receiving power.

Testing

- Test by pushing the test button on

the cover and holding it down for a minimum
of 5 seconds. This will sound the alarm if the
electronic circuitry, horn and battery are
working. If no alarm sounds, the unit has
defective batteries or other failure. DO NOT
use an open flame to test your alarm, you
could damage the alarm or ignite combustible
materials and start a structure fire.

TEST THE ALARM WEEKLY TO
ENSURE PROPER OPERATION.

Erratic or low sound coming from your alarm
may indicate a defective alarm and it should
be returned for service.

Note:

Weekly testing is required.

Nuisance Alarms

Smoke alarms are designed to minimise
nuisance alarms. Cigarette smoke will not
normally set off the alarm, unless the smoke
is blown directly into the alarm. Combustion
particles from cooking may set off the alarm if
the alarm is located close to the cooking area.
Large quantities of combustible particles are
generated from spills or when boiling. Using
the fan on a range hood which vents to the
outside (non-recirculating type) will also help
remove these combustible products from the
kitchen. If the alarm does sound, check for
fires first. If a fire is discovered, get out and
call the fire department.

Maintenance

Battery Replacement
Note:

Replacement batteries are available

where you purchased your alarm.
The smoke alarm is powered by a 9V battery.
A fresh battery should last for one year under
normal operating conditions. This alarm has a
low battery monitor circuit which will cause the
alarm to “chirp” approximately every 30-40
seconds for a minimum of seven days when
the battery gets low. Replace the battery when
this condition occurs.

Note:

Use only the following 9 volt batteries

for smoke alarm battery replacement:
Alkaline Type: Energizer 522; Duracell
MN1604, MX 1604; Gold Peak 1604A.

Note:

Weekly testing is required.

WARNING: Use only the batteries
specified. Use of different batteries may
have a detrimental effect on the smoke
alarm.

Cleaning your alarm

Your alarm should be cleaned at least once a
year.
To clean your alarm, remove it from the
mounting bracket. You can clean the interior
of your alarm (sensing chamber) by using
compressed air or a vacuum cleaner hose
and blowing or vacuuming through the
openings around the perimeter of the alarm.
The outside of the alarm can be wiped with a
damp cloth.
After cleaning, reinstall your alarm and test it
by using the test button. If cleaning does not
restore the alarm to normal operation the
alarm should be replaced.