Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a waste container or a grease fire in the kitchen. The photoelectric type alarms are generally more effective at detecting slow, smoldering fires that smolder for hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding. CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of this Firex Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm. It is an important investment in your family’s safety and a key component of your hom

Steam and aerosol sprays can disable the alarm. • In closets, crawlspaces, unused attics, or unheated areas where surrounding air temperatures may go below 40°F (4.4°C) or above 100°F (37.8°C). • Within five feet of any fuel-burning appliance (stove, kerosene heater, furnace, fireplace, etc.). • Within one foot of any wall, corner, or other dead air spaces. • In rooms where chemicals or cleaning supplies are frequently used (paint, hair spray, thinner, etc.). Allow plenty of ventilation in rooms

The alarm shall have a "quick connect" molded harness. The alarm shall have a dual chamber ionization sensor. The alarm shall be rated at no greater than 0.5W in standby. Nominal sensitivity shall be measured by U.L. at 1.29 ± 0.51% obs./ft. Temperature operating range shall be between 40° and 100°F; humidity range between 10%-93% relative humidity; 100% solid state alarm circuits over an input range of 100-130V AC. A green continuous power-on indicator shall be a built-in light emitting diode w

The Firex Heat Alarm, Model 5700, is a fixed temperature unit that detects heat at 135°F (57°C) or greater. It relies on a thermistor that is sensitive only to temperature. When the temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) or greater, the alarm is triggered. The 5700 requires 120V AC power and includes a 9V battery back-up for added protection in the event of a power failure. The 5700 heat alarm is interconnectable with other AC/DC Firex heat alarms, smoke alarms, smoke/co combo alarms, and carbon monox

Smoke alarms are designed to work safely only within these temperature ranges, and failure to alarm, improper alarms or nuisance alarms may result from operation outside these temperature limits. • Do not install a smoke alarm in a damp or very humid areas such as bathrooms with showers, where the normal humidity may rise above 93% relative humidity. Above this level, moisture may condense inside the smoke chamber and cause wrong or false alarms. • Do not install a smoke alarm in an area where p

!WARNING: THIS SMOKE ALARM WILL SOUND A SHORT BEEP WHEN POWER IS CONNECTED. DO NOT USE THIS SMOKE ALARM WITH ANY EXTERNAL BUG SCREENS OR SMOKE ALARM GUARDS. USE OF THESE TYPES OF DEVICES MAY REDUCE SMOKE ALARM RESPONSE TIME. CONTENTS p.1-2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR SMOKE ALARM p.2 WHAT SMOKE ALARMS CAN DO p.2-3 WHAT SMOKE ALARMS WILL NOT DO p.3-5 WHERE YOU SHOULD INSTALL YOUR SMOKE ALARMS p.5 SPECIAL DIRECTIONS FOR INSTALLING YOUR SMOKE ALARM IN MANUFACTURED AND MOBILE HOMES p.5-6 WHERE Y

Homeowners and renters alike should continue to insure their lives and properties. WHERE YOU SHOULD INSTALL YOUR SMOKE ALARMS The National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Standard 74, Section 2-1 provides information regarding the smoke detection equipment required within the family unit. Section 2-1.1.1 reads as follows: “Smoke detectors shall be installed outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living unit

7 5. Test smoke alarm for proper operation (see ”WEEKLY TESTING OF YOUR SMOKE ALARM” section). The smoke alarm operates on a 9-volt battery. The normal battery operating life will be one (1) year. The life of some batteries may be less. 6. Firex smoke alarms sold with Ultralife long-life lithium batteries require replacement approximately every ten (10) years. Replace the battery approximately every ten (10) years or when the low battery signal sounds. !CAUTION: YOU SHOULD ONLY USE THE BATTERIES

The smoke alarm will sound 3 short beeps followed by a 2-second pause and then repeats. On models with a LED (light emitting diode) the indicator light under the clear Push-to-Test button will blink once per FIGURE 6 6 second while the button is being pushed and the alarm is sounding. The smoke alarm will stop sounding when you release the button. 2. If your smoke alarm has the False Alarm Control or Safety Light feature see “SPECIAL SMOKE ALARM FEATURES” for further testing information. 3. IMPO

See the “What To Do If Your Alarm Sounds” section of this manual for important action steps to be taken. • If you wish to press the TEST/RESET button during this time, the alarm will become quiet for approximately four minutes. The ALARM signals will be reenergized within 4 minutes from the time the reset button is pressed if the concentration of carbon monoxide surrounding the alarm remains at 70 ppm or greater. • The alarm will remain silent if the CO concentration has decreased below the alar