Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product HEAT ALARM USI-2430 Universal Security Instruments
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MODEL USI-2430 HEAT ALARM 120 VAC WITH 9V BATTERY BACKUP OWNER'S MANUAL WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HEAT ALARMS FEATURES • This heat alarm is powered by 120 V AC and a 9 V olt battery backup source. AC/ DC heat alarms offer added protection in the event of a power failure or a drained battery.
• Maximum alarm coverage has been determined by UL to provide detection time equal to sprinkler devices spaced at 10 foot intervals (100 square foot area) on a smooth ceiling 15 ft. x 8 in. high. Higher ceilings can adversely affect detection time. In some instances, earlier detection may be obtained by reducing the spacing between detectors.
- 3 - • This heat alarm can only sound its alarm when it detects temperatures of 135 o F or greater. Heat alarms do not sense smoke, fire or gas. In some fires, hazardous levels of toxic chemicals and smoke can build up before a heat alarm will operate.
- 4 - NA TIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION REQUIRED PROTECTION For your information, the National Fire Protection Association's Standard 72, reads as follows: “1 1.
HEA T ALARM LOCA TIONS Install a heat alarm as close to the center of the ceiling as possible. If the center is not practical, mount the heat alarm no closer than 4 inches from a wall or corner .
INSTALLATION Installation of this unit must conform to the electrical codes in your area; Article 760 of the National Electrical Code, NFP A 72, 101; SBC (SBCCI); UBC (ICBO); NBC (BOCA): OTFDC (CABO), and any other local or building codes that may apply.
Interconnected CO alarms will only respond if a CO alarm / event initiates the alarm. All other alarms remain silent. Interconnected smoke alarms, heat alarms and relay modules will only respond if a smoke alarm / event or heat alarm / event initiates the alarm.
OPERATION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE OPERATION: The heat alarm is operating once the power is connected and turned on (the battery must also be installed). When air temperature above 135 o F is sensed, the unit sounds a loud alarm which continues until the air is cleared.
DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN o Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each room. Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder . o Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of fire.
288-3256-00D USI FIVE YEAR LIMITED W ARRANTY USI ELECTRIC, INC. ("USI") warrants your USI product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in normal residential use and service.
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