Step 2: Mounting Instructions
CAUTION: YOUR SMOKE/CO ALARM IS SEALED
AND THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE!
1. To help identify the date to replace the unit, a label has
been affixed to the side of the alarm. Write the “Replace
by” date (10 years from initial power up) in permanent
marker on the label. See Alarm Replacement section for
additional information.
2. Remove the mounting bracket from the back of the alarm
by holding the mounting bracket and twisting the alarm in
the direction indicated by the “OFF”arrow on the alarm
cover.
3. Selecting the proper location for your Smoke/CO Alarm, as
described on Pages 8-11. To ensure aesthetic alignment of
the alarm with the hallway, or wall, the “A” line on the
mounting bracket must be parallel with the hallway when
ceiling mounted, or horizontal when wall mounted.
4. Install the alarm on the mounting bracket and rotate the
alarm in the direction of the “ON” arrow on the cover
until the alarm ratchets into place (this ratcheting function
B. Where Not to Install:
Do not install in garages, furnace rooms or bath-
rooms! INSTALL AT LEAST 5 FEET AWAY FROM ANY
FUEL BURNING OR COOKING APPLIANCE
• Don’t install within 5 feet of fuel burning appliances
• Don’t wall-mount close to obstructions (e.g. behind cur-
tains, shelving or furniture)
• Don’t fit in dusty, dirty or greasy areas (e.g. garages or
workshops)
• Don’t wall-mount within 30cm of the ceiling as this is a
“dead air” space
• Avoid humid areas (such as bathrooms) with greater
than 90% relative humidity (RH), non-condensing, or
areas with temperatures outside of the operating range
(0-40C). Keep away from sinks.
• Don't install within 1 metre of fluorescent lights
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