TESTING THE
SMOKE ALARM
WARNING
DANGER: If alarm horn sounds, and smoke alarm is not
being tested, the smoke alarm is sensing
smoke. THE SOUND OF THE ALARM HORN
REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION AND
ACTION.
•
Test each smoke alarm weekly to be sure it is installed cor-
rectly and operating properly.
•
Test smoke alarms upon returning from vacation. Also test
when no one has been in the household for several days.
•
Stand at arm’s length from the smoke alarm when testing.
The alarm horn is loud to alert you to an emergency. The alarm
horn may be harmful to your hearing.
•
The Push-to-Test button accurately tests all functions. NEVER use
an open flame from a match or lighter to test this smoke alarm.
You may ignite and set fire to the smoke alarm and your home.
Test all smoke alarms weekly as follows:
1. Look at the Push-to-Test button. A light flashing about once a
minute indicates the smoke alarm is receiving 120V AC power.
See LED INDICATORS above.
2. Firmly depress the Push-to-Test button for at least five (5) sec-
onds. The smoke alarm will sound its horn loudly. The alarm
may sound for up to 10 seconds after releasing the Push-to-
Test button.
3. If smoke alarm does not sound, replace the smoke alarm
immediately. If the smoke alarm is under warranty, see warran-
ty information at the end of this manual for more information.
CLEANING
In addition to weekly testing, this smoke alarm requires periodic
cleaning. Periodic cleaning will remove dust, dirt, and debris.
DANGER: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn off power
at main service panel by removing fuse or
switching appropriate circuit breaker to OFF
position before cleaning smoke alarm.
CLEANING
Always turn off power to smoke alarm before cleaning. Clean
the smoke alarm at least once a month to remove dust, dirt, or
debris as follows:
•
Using the wand attachment of a powerful vacuum cleaner, vacuum
all sides and the cover of smoke alarm. Be sure all the vents are
free of debris.
•
If necessary, turn off power and use a damp cloth to clean smoke
alarm cover.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to remove the cover or clean inside the
smoke alarm. THIS WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
REPAIR
CAUTION: Do not attempt to repair this smoke alarm.
Doing so will void your warranty.
If smoke alarm is not operating properly, see TROUBLESHOOTING on
page 7. If you cannot solve the problem, and if the alarm is still under
warranty, return smoke alarm to Maple Chase Company. Pack it in a
well-padded carton, shipping prepaid, to:
Maple Chase Company
Product Service Department
2820 Thatcher Road
Downers Grove, IL 60515-4040
If the smoke alarm is no longer under warranty, replace the smoke
alarm immediately with a comparable Firex brand smoke alarm.
Firex Replacement Guide
You Have You’ll Need
Model Item # Model #
G-6 G-6 or GC 406 or 41216
G-18, G-120, H or GC GC 41216
PG-40 PG-40 484
FXW-R, FX1014, FX1020 FXW-R 428
FXW-1A, or FX1106
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