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MODEL MP316S

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Smoke Alarm Limitations and Functions ................................. 2
Recommended Location of Alarms.......................................... 3
Avoid These Locations ............................................................ 4
Early Warning .......................................................................... 4
How to Install ........................................................................... 4
Locking/Tamper Feature .......................................................... 4
Operation, Testing & Maintenance .......................................... 5
QUICK FIND

®

 Alarm Originating Feature & Reset................... 5

Silence Feature ....................................................................... 6
Cautions/Warnings .................................................................. 6
Battery and Alarm Deactivation ............................................... 6
Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape .................................. 7
Quick Reference Guide / Operational Summary ..................... 8
Warranty ..................................................................Back Cover

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THANK YOU for purchasing this smoke and fire alarm. This tamper-

proof alarm does not require battery changes. It has a permanent power 

sealed battery which will last for approximately 10 years. This manual 

includes important information regarding where to install the alarm, how 

to operate, maintenance, testing and product features. It also includes 

tips and information which could help protect you and your family.

Conforms to

UL Std. 217

Single Station Smoke Alarm

PHOTOELECTRIC SENSING TECHNOLOGY

SMOKE & FIRE ALARM WITH

10 YEAR PERMANENT POWER SEALED BATTERY

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Summary of Contents for MP316S

Page 1: ...y 8 Warranty Back Cover READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THANK YOU for purchasing this smoke and fire alarm This tamper proof alarm does not require battery changes It has a permanent power sealed battery which will last for approximately 10 years This manual includes important information regarding where to install the alarm how to operate maintenance testing and product features It also includes tips and i...

Page 2: ...their lives and properties l 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 alarm should be installed inside each bedroom or sleeping area Do not obstruct airflow around the smoke alarm or place in areas of obstructed airflow l BEAWARE OF VARIOUS SITUATIONSAGAINST WHICH THE SMOKEALARM MAY NOT BE EFFECTI...

Page 3: ... or smoke detectors mounted on a sloped ceiling having a rise greater than 1 ft in 8 ft 1 m in 8 m horizontally shall be located within 36 in 914 mm of the high side of the ceiling but not closer than 4 in 102 mm from the adjoining wall surface Tray Shaped Ceilings Smoke Alarms or smoke detectors shall be installed on the highest portion of the ceiling or on the sloped portion of the ceiling withi...

Page 4: ... If the battery is dead the alarm cannot operate The sealed battery cannot be replaced Failure to properly install and activate this alarm will prevent proper operation of this alarm and will prevent its response to fire hazards Test the alarm following installation and weekly thereafter The built in test switch accurately tests the alarm operation as required by ANSI UL217 Standards for Safety If...

Page 5: ...t button should sound the alarm immediately after it is pressed There are special conditions that when you press the Test Silence button you will experience a delay of approx 10 15 seconds before the alarm sounds This delay occurs if the Test Silence button is pressed during a self diagnostic period This may occur after initial power up Retest after 10 15 seconds ALARM ORIGINATION The QUICK FIND f...

Page 6: ...g properly Clean this alarm at least once a month to remove dust dirt insects and debris Using a soft brush or wand attachment to a vacuum cleaner vacuum all sides and cover of smoke alarm Be sure all the vents are free of debris DO NOT use spray cleaning chemicals or insect sprays directly on or near the alarm DO NOT paint the alarm Doing so may permanently damage the alarm and interfere with ala...

Page 7: ...ly approximately 3 4 turn 6 This will discharge the alarm battery and stop the alarm chirping after approximately one minute The alarm is now safe for disposal 7 The deactivation key cannot be removed and the alarm cannot be attached to the bracket 8 Be sure to install a new alarm Once this alarm has been deactivated The alarm cannot be reactivated The alarm cannot be reattached to the bracket The...

Page 8: ...veryone is there o Call the fire department from your neighbor s home not from yours o Don t return to your home until fire officials say that it is all right to do so NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION REQUIRED INFORMATION For your information the National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 72 reads as follows 11 5 1 Required Detection Where required by applicable laws codes or standards for a specific type ...

Page 9: ...nditions previous alarms Low Battery 2 chirps approx every 60 seconds Deactivate alarm see User s Manual ALARM DEACTIVATION section Replace alarm immediately Blinks On once approx every 2 minutes Silent 3 Beeps 2 second pause Repeat Blinks On in sync with Horn If hazard is identified please take all precautions if an alarm sounds by calling an Emergency Service and getting out of the home 3 Beeps ...

Page 10: ...t at 800 390 4321 extension 238 to obtain the current postage and handling fees USI does not warrant and specifically disclaims any warranty whether express or implied of fitness for a particular purpose other than the warranty contained herein No implied warranty on this product created by state law shall extend beyond the term of this warranty unless such law otherwise provides USI specifically ...

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