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9 V Battery Operated
moke larm
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®
with Test Button and Hush Control Feature
Alarm Manual
Model 0976CA
Ionization sensing alarms may detect invisible fire
particles (associated with fast flaming fires) sooner
SINGLE STATION
than photoelectric alarms. Photoelectric sensing SMOKE ALARM
alarms may detect visible fire particles (associated
with slow smouldering fires) sooner than ionization
alarms. Home fires develop in different ways and
are often unpredictable. For maximum protection,
Kidde reco
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16 Fire Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-20 Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 130 Esna Park Drive, Markham ON L3R 1E3 Consumer Hotline: 1-800-880-6788 www.kidde.ca
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Installation This product is designed to detect products of combustion using the ionization technique. It contains 0.9 microcurie of Americium 241, a radioactive material. Distributed under U.S. NRC License No. 32-23858-01E. Manufactured in compliance with U.S. NRC safety criteria in 10 CFR 32.27. The purchaser is exempt from any regulatory requirements. This smoke alarm uses an extremely small amount of radioactive element in the ionization sensor chamber. Do not try to repair the smoke alarm y
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Installation Recommended Locations • Locate the first alarm in the immediate area of the bedrooms. Try to monitor the exit path, as the bedrooms are usually farthest from the exit. If more than one sleeping area exists, locate additional alarms in each sleeping area (Image 1A). • Locate additional alarms to monitor any stairway as stairways act like chimneys for smoke and heat. • Locate at least one alarm on every floor level (Image 1B). • Locate an alarm in every bedroom. • Locate an alarm in e
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Installation DINING KITCHEN BEDROOM BEDROOM ROOM BEDROOM HALL BEDROOM LIVING ROOM BEDROOM LIVING KITCHEN ROOM Smoke Alarms for Minimum Protection Smoke Alarms for Additional Protection BASEMENT Ionization Type Smoke Alarm with Hush® Control or Photoelectric Type SINGLE FLOOR PLAN MULTIPLE FLOOR PLAN IMAGE 1A IMAGE 1B • Install smoke alarms on sloped, peaked or cathedral ceilings at or within 0.9 m (3') of the highest point (measured horizontally). NFPA Standard 72 states: “Smoke alarms in rooms
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Installation Locations to Avoid • Do not install within 0.9 m (3') of the following: The door to a kitchen, or a bathroom that contains a tub or shower, forced air supply ducts used for heating or cooling, ceiling or whole house ventilating fans, or other high air-flow areas. • Do not place the alarm where drapes or other objects will block the sensor. Smoke must be able to reach the sensor to accurately detect conditions. • Do not install in peaks of vaulted ceilings, “A” frame ceilings or ga
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30.5 cm (12”) MAXIMUM 10 cm (4”) MINIMUM STAGNANT AIR Installation 10 cm (4”) MINIMUM CEILING IMAGE 2A NEVER HERE BEST PLACEMENT ACCEPTABLE PLACEMENT SIDE WALL NOT IN IMAGE 2B THIS AREA 10 cm (4”) ANYWHERE IN THIS AREA 0.9 m (3’) 0.9 m (3’) HORIZONTAL DISTANCE FROM PEAK IMAGE 2C NOT IN THIS AREA ANYWHERE IN THIS 10 cm (4”) AREA 0.9 m (3’) 6
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Installation Mobile Homes Modern mobile homes have been designed and built to be energy efficient. Install smoke alarms as recommended in Recommended Locations and Image 2A. In mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present standards, extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside to the inside through poorly insulated walls and roof. This may create a thermal barrier that can prevent the smoke from reaching an alarm mounted on the ceiling. In such units, install the smok
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Installation A A “A” LINE ALIGNMENT MARKS IMAGE 3B IMAGE 3A Remove Install WALL MOUNTING ROTATE TO MOUNT OR POSITION TO REMOVE IMAGE 3C IMAGE 3D 8
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Installation • Install the alarm on the mounting plate and rotate the alarm in the direction of the “ON” arrow on the cover until the alarm ratchets into place (Image 3D). This ratcheting function allows for aesthetic alignment. Note: The alarm will attach to the mounting plate in 4 positions (every 90 degrees). When wall mounting, make sure the battery door is at the bottom of the unit (Image 3C). Battery This unit will not function without a properly installed battery, and is equipped with
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Operation ® Hush Control Feature Smoke alarms are designed to minimize 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 broiling. Using the fan on a range hood that vents to the outside (non-recirculating type) will also help remove ® these comb
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Operation LED Indicators This alarm is equipped with a red LED indicator, with two modes of operation. Red LED - Flashing every 30-40 seconds:Indicates that the smoke alarm is operating properly. Red LED - Flashing: When the smoke alarm senses particles of combustion and goes into alarm (constant pulsating sound), the red LED will flash once per second. The flashing LED and pulsating alarm will continue until the air is cleared. 11
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Operation Battery Tamper Resist Feature This alarm has a battery tamper resist feature, which prevents the battery door from being opened. This feature is effective in preventing the removal of the battery from this device (which will render the unit inoperable). To activate the battery tamper resist feature, remove the unit from the mounting plate and locate the small cut-out in the middle of the product label on the back of the unit. With a small screwdriver, or similar tool, slide the switch
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Maintenance Testing CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always stand an arms length away from the unit when testing. Test by pushing the Test button on the cover and hold it down for a minimum of 5 seconds. This will sound the alarm if all the electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working. If no alarm sounds, the unit has a defective battery or some other failure. DO NOT use an open flame to test your alarm, you could damage the alarm or ignite combustible materials and
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Maintenance Battery Removal NOTE: If battery tamper resist feature has been activated it will need to be deactivated in order to change the battery. Refer to the Battery Tamper Resist Feature section for instructions. To replace or install the battery press down on the battery door and then release to allow the door to pop open. The battery can then be pulled out (Image 5). When installing a new battery, make sure the battery terminals are facing outwards as illustrated inside the battery door
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Maintenance This smoke alarm uses a 9 V carbon zinc battery (alkaline and lithium batteries may also be used). A fresh battery should last for one year under normal operating conditions. Use only the following 9 volt batteries for replacement: Carbon-Zinc Type Eveready 216 or 1222 Gold Peak 1604P or 1604S Alkaline Type Energizer 522 Duracell MN1604 or MX1604 Gold Peak 1604A Panasonic 6AM6, 6AM-6, 6AM-6PI, 6AM6X or 6LR61(GA) Lithium Type Ultralife U9VL-J These batteries can be purchased at your
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Maintenance Cleaning the Alarm The alarm should be cleaned at least once a year. • To clean your alarm, remove it from the mounting plate as outlined in previous sections. You can clean the alarm by using compressed air or a vacuum cleaner hose with a soft brush attachment. Blow or vacuum around the perimeter of the alarm to remove dust and dirt. The outside of the alarm can be wiped with a damp cloth (do not use a wet cloth to avoid water entering the unit). • After cleaning, reinstall your ala
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Fire Safety WARNING: Please read carefully and thoroughly. • NFPA Standard 72 states: Life safety from fire in residential occupancies is based primarily on early notification to occupants of the need to escape, followed by the appropriate egress actions by those occupants. Fire warning systems for dwelling units are capable of protecting about half of the occupants in potentially fatal fires. Victims are often intimate with the fire, too old or young, or physically or mentally impaired such tha
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Fire Safety • The use of alcohol or drugs may also impair one’s ability to hear the smoke alarm. For maximum protection, a smoke alarm should be installed in each sleeping area on every level of a home. • Although smoke alarms can help save lives by providing an early warning of a fire, they are not a substitute for an insurance policy. Home owners, landlords and tenants should have adequate insurance to protect their lives and property. Good Safety Habits Develop and practice a plan of escape!
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Fire Safety Alarm Exit Procedure • Alert small children in the home. • Leave immediately by your escape plan. Every second counts, so don’t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables. • In leaving, don’t open any inside door without first feeling its surface. If hot, or if you see smoke seeping through cracks, don’t open that door! Instead, use your alternate exit. If the inside of the door is cool, place your shoulder against it, open it slightly and be ready to slam it shut if heat and
