Firex Model C - Manual (Page 6)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SMOKE ALARM SAFETY CHECKLIST
PIN THIS UP CLOSE TO YOUR SMOKE ALARM IN AN
EASY-TO-READ LOCATION AND REVIEW BOTH SIDES OFTEN
Before installing, using and maintaining your smoke alarm read the entire
Owner’s Manual and Warranty, and keep it in a convenient location for
reference.
1. Test your smoke alarm every week. To test the electronics, firmly
depress the button. To test that smoke reaches the sensor, blow
smoke in a careful fire-safe manner into your smoke alarm.
2. Your smoke alarm will not work without power. Never shut off its
power or remove the battery to quiet the alarm.
FOR BATTERY-POWERED UNITS: When your smoke alarm “beeps”
about once a minute, the battery is weak. Immediately install a new
battery correctly. Be sure to use only batteries specified in Owner’s
Manual or on unit. Test unit after installing a new battery.
3. Clean and vacuum the openings on your smoke alarm once a month.
4. Do not open the smoke alarm or try to repair it. For replacement
information see the WARRANTY in the Owner’s Manual.
5. Verify you have the proper number of smoke alarms in your home and
the correct location for each one. A smoke alarm will not respond well
in an incorrect location.
6. If your smoke alarm has one or more of these special features, please
note:
• FALSE ALARM CONTROL (Model C): Pushing test/hush button reduces
sensitivity for up to 15 minutes, minimizing nuisance alarms.
• FLASHING LIGHT (Model E): Pushing test button turns flashing safety
light on. Very thick smoke may obscure light.
7. Smoke alarms have technical limitations and may not respond in all
situations. FIRE PREVENTION is your best safeguard.
8. For a replacement Owner’s Manual or Safety Checklist, please indicate
your unit model, include a self-addressed stamped envelope and send to:
Maple Chase Company
2820 Thatcher Road
Downers Grove, Illinois 60515-4040
For product service information please see WARRANTY in Owner’s Manual.
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