First Alert HD6135FB - Manual (Page 5)

WEEKLY TESTING
• NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You might
accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your home. The built-
in test switch accurately tests the unit’s operation as required by
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL).
• If the Alarm ever fails to test properly, replace it immediately.
Products under warranty may be returned to the manufacturer for
replacement. See “Limited Warranty” at the end of this manual.
• DO NOT stand close to the Alarm when the horn is sounding.
Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When
testing, step away when horn starts sounding.
It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working
properly. Press and hold the test button until the alarm sends a test command
acknowledge “chirp” just before it sounds continuously (the unit will continue
to alarm for a few seconds after you release the button). If it does not alarm,
make sure it is receiving power and has a fresh battery, and test it again.
If it still does not alarm, it should be replaced immediately.
When testing one unit, all interconnected alarms will sound. If they don’t,
check the connection with power to the units turned off, restore power and
try again. Test all units in a series, not just one. Using the test button is the
ONLY correct way to test the Heat Alarm.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL WEEKLY
TEST/SILENCE FEATURE
Using the VOLUME or CHANNEL buttons on most remote controls, you can
test or silence this Alarm from up to 12 feet (3.7 meters) away.
To Test (or Silence) the Alarm:
1. Make sure you have a clear path between you and the alarm, free of any
obstructions.
2. Point the remote at the front of the Alarm.
3. Press the VOLUME or CHANNEL button for at least 2 seconds. You will
hear a brief acknowledge “chirp” when the Alarm receives the test (or
silence) command.
If the Alarm does not respond to your remote control:
• You may be standing too far away.
• Your remote may not be compatible.
• You did not hold the button on your remote for at least 2 seconds.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
This unit has been designed to be as maintenance-free as possible, but there
are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.
Use only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not
operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable batteries
since they may not provide a constant charge.
• Test it at least once a week.
• Clean the Heat Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum the
outside of the Heat Alarm using your household vacuum’s soft brush
attachment. Test the Heat Alarm. Never use water, cleaners or solvents
since they may damage the unit.
• If the Heat Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust and/or
grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms, replace the
unit immediately.
• Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See “Locations
to Avoid for Heat Alarms” for details.
• When the battery becomes weak, the Heat Alarm unit will “chirp” about
once a minute (the low battery warning). You should replace the battery
immediately to continue your protection.
Choosing a replacement battery:
Your Heat Alarm’s battery back-up requires one standard 9V battery. The
following batteries are acceptable as replacements. This list supplements
the list on the Heat Alarm battery door: Eveready #522 (Energizer); Duracell
#MN1604, MX1604 (Ultra). You may also use a Lithium battery like the Ultralife
U9VL-J for longer service life between battery changes. These batteries are
available at many local retail stores.
Actual service life depends on the Heat Alarm and the environment in which it
is installed. Constant exposures to high or low temperatures or high humidity
may reduce battery life. All the batteries specified above are acceptable
replacement batteries for this unit. Use of a different battery may have a
detrimental effect on Alarm operation. Regardless of the manufacturer’s
suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once the
unit starts “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).
IF YOU SUSPECT A PROBLEM
Heat Alarms may not operate properly because of dead, missing or weak
batteries, a build-up of dirt, dust or grease on the Heat Alarm cover, or
installation in an improper location. Clean the Heat Alarm as described in
“Regular Maintenance,” and install a fresh battery, then test the Heat Alarm
again. If it fails to test properly when you use the test button, or if the problem
persists, replace the Heat Alarm immediately.
• If you hear a “chirp” once a minute, replace the battery.
• If you experience frequent non-emergency alarms try relocating the
Heat Alarm.
• If the alarm sounds when no smoke is visible, try cleaning or
relocating the Heat Alarm. The cover may be dirty.
• If the alarm does not sound during testing, make sure it is receiving
AC power from the household current.
Always discharge the branch circuit before servicing an AC or AC/DC
Heat Alarm. First, turn off the AC power at the circuit breaker or fuse
box. Next, remove the battery from Heat Alarms with battery back-up.
Finally, press the test button to discharge the branch circuit.
If the Heat Alarm is still not operating properly, and it is still under warranty,
please see “How to Obtain Warranty Service” in the Limited Warranty.
Do not try fixing the alarm yourself – this will void your warranty!
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MALFUNCTION
(Unit MUST be
replaced) LED flashes RED
rapidly three times, in
sync with three horn
“chirps”, once every
minute Horn “chirps” three
times, in sync with
three LED flashes
ALARM CONDITION*
(Initiating Unit) LED flashes RED, the
same pattern as the
horn Audible alarm:
3 beeps, pause,
repeating horn pattern
AC POWER ON
(Normal operation) LED shines GREEN
continuously Silent; no audible
alarm
RESUME AC POWER GREEN LED turns ON Horn “chirps” one time
to signal resumption of
AC power
Condition LED Horn
LATCHING ALARM
ACTIVE** (Under AC
or DC Power) LED flashes RED once
every 5 seconds Silent; no audible
alarm
ALARM SILENCE LED flashes RED once
every 5 seconds No signal
LOW BATTERY GREEN LED flashes
once every minute Horn “chirps” once
per minute, in sync
with LED. NOTE: If the
battery is VERY LOW,
the horn may either
chirp once per
second, or sound
continuously
DC POWER
(Battery back-up
active) LED flashes GREEN
once per minute while
battery powers unit One horn “chirp” to
signal loss of AC
power
DURING TESTING
(Under AC or DC
power) LED flashes RED, the
same pattern as the
horn Audible alarm:
3 beeps, pause,
repeating horn pattern
UNDERSTANDING THE INDICATOR LIGHTS
AND ALARM HORN PATTERNS
*When any Heat Alarm in an interconnected series triggers an alarm, its red LED
will flash rapidly. The red LEDs will not flash on any remaining alarms in the
series. This feature helps responders identify which unit(s) triggered the alarm.
**The Latching Alarm indicator is activated after an Alarm is exposed to alarm
levels of heat. After heat levels drop below alarm levels, the LED begins to flash
RED once every 5 seconds. See “The Latching Alarm Indicator” for details.