First Alert 9120B Hardwired Smoke Alarm with Battery Backup - User Manual

1. Uvod

This manual provides essential information for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your First Alert 9120B Hardwired Smoke Alarm. This device is designed to provide early warning of smoke and fire hazards in residential environments.

Ključne karakteristike uključuju:

• Ionization Sensor: Detects smoke from fast-flaming fires.
• Ožičeno sa rezervnom baterijom: Ensures continuous operation even during power outages using a 9-volt battery.
• Međusobna povezanost: Can be linked with compatible BRK or First Alert alarms, causing all connected alarms to sound when one is triggered.
• Alarm od 85 decibela: Provides a loud alert upon smoke detection.
• Dugme za testiranje/utišavanje: Allows for easy testing of alarm functions and silencing of nuisance alarms.
• Latching Alarm Indicator: Identifies the initiating alarm unit after an event.
• Signal kraja životnog vijeka: Notifies you when the unit needs replacement.

Image 1.1: First Alert 9120B Hardwired Smoke Alarm. This image shows the front view of the smoke alarm with its test/silence button and speaker grille.

2. Sigurnosne informacije

Please read and understand all instructions before installing and operating this smoke alarm. Keep this manual for future reference.

• električna sigurnost: Installation involves electrical wiring. Ensure power is turned off at the circuit breaker before beginning installation. If you are unsure about electrical wiring, consult a qualified electrician.
• Polaritet ožičenja: Confirm correct wiring polarity and secure all wire nut connections. A loose neutral (white wire) connection within the home junction box can cause device malfunction.
• Rezervna kopija baterije: The 9-volt battery backup is crucial for operation during power failures. Ensure a fresh battery is installed and replaced annually.
• plasman: Install smoke alarms on every level of your home and in each bedroom for optimal protection.
• testiranje: Testirajte detektor dima svake sedmice kako biste osigurali ispravan rad.

3. Sadržaj paketa

Vaš paket bi trebao sadržavati sljedeće stavke:

• First Alert 9120B Hardwired Smoke Alarm Unit
• Montažni nosač
• kabelskog svežnja
• 9-voltna baterija
• Uputstvo za upotrebu

Note: This product is typically sold in multi-packs (e.g., 6-pack), meaning you will receive multiple sets of the above items.

4. Postavljanje i instalacija

Follow these steps for proper installation of your hardwired smoke alarm:

1. Isključite napajanje: Before starting, turn off the power to the circuit where you will be installing the smoke alarm at your main electrical panel.
2. Uklonite stari alarm (ako je primjenjivo): If replacing an existing alarm, carefully remove it and its mounting bracket. Disconnect the wiring harness.
3. Pripremite ožičenje: Connect the new wiring harness to your household wiring. Typically, this involves connecting:
   • Black wire (hot) to black wire
   • White wire (neutral) to white wire
   • Red/Orange wire (interconnect) to red/orange wire (if interconnecting multiple alarms)
   Ensure all wire nut connections are secure and wiring polarity is correct.
4. Instalirajte nosač za montažu: Secure the universal mounting bracket to the electrical junction box using the provided screws.
5. Instalirajte bateriju: Open the side-load battery compartment and insert the 9-volt battery, observing the correct polarity. Close the compartment.
6. Priključite alarmnu jedinicu: Connect the alarm unit to the wiring harness. Align the alarm unit with the mounting bracket and twist clockwise until it locks securely into place.
7. Vrati snagu: Turn the power back on at the circuit breaker. The alarm should chirp once and the power indicator light should illuminate.
8. Test alarma: Press and hold the Test/Silence button until the alarm sounds. This confirms proper operation.

Preporučeni plasman

For optimal safety, follow these placement guidelines:

• Install at least one smoke alarm on every level of your home, including the basement.
• Install a smoke alarm inside every bedroom.
• Install a smoke alarm in the hallway outside of each sleeping area.
• Avoid placing alarms near windows, doors, or forced-air vents where drafts could interfere with smoke detection.
• Keep alarms away from cooking appliances to prevent nuisance alarms.

Image 4.1: Recommended Smoke Alarm Placement. This diagram illustrates ideal locations for smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers throughout a typical home, including bedrooms, hallways, living room, kitchen, basement, and garage.

5. Uputstvo za upotrebu

Testiranje alarma

Testirajte svoj detektor dima sedmično kako biste bili sigurni da ispravno funkcioniše:

• Press and hold the Test/Silence button firmly for a few seconds.
• The alarm will sound a loud, pulsating horn. This indicates the electronic circuitry, horn, and battery are working.
• Otpustite dugme. Alarm će se zaustaviti.

Ako se alarm ne oglasi tokom testiranja, pogledajte odjeljak Rješavanje problema.

Utišavanje neugodnih alarma

If a non-emergency situation (e.g., cooking smoke) triggers the alarm, you can temporarily silence it:

• Press the Test/Silence button briefly.
• The alarm will enter a temporary silence mode for approximately 10 minutes.
• The alarm will automatically reset after the silence period if the smoke condition has cleared. If smoke is still present, the alarm will reactivate.

Alarmni indikatori

• Power/Alarm LED: A red LED light indicates the status of the alarm. It flashes periodically during normal operation and rapidly during an alarm condition.
• Alarm za zaključavanje: If multiple interconnected alarms are present, the unit that initiated the alarm will have its red LED flash rapidly, while other interconnected alarms will sound but their LEDs will not flash as quickly. This helps identify the source of the alarm.

6. Održavanje

Zamjena baterije

The 9-volt battery should be replaced at least once a year, or immediately when the low battery chirp sounds. The alarm will chirp approximately once every minute to indicate a low battery.

1. Turn off power to the alarm at the circuit breaker.
2. Twist the alarm counter-clockwise to remove it from the mounting bracket.
3. Otvorite odeljak za baterije.
4. Remove the old 9-volt battery and dispose of it properly.
5. Insert a new 9-volt battery, ensuring correct polarity.
6. Zatvorite odeljak za baterije.
7. Reattach the alarm to the mounting bracket by twisting clockwise until secure.
8. Restore power at the circuit breaker and test the alarm.

Čišćenje vašeg dimnog alarma

Clean your smoke alarm at least once a month to remove dust and debris that can interfere with its operation:

• Turn off power to the alarm at the circuit breaker.
• Uklonite alarm sa njegovog nosača za montažu.
• Use a soft brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner to gently vacuum the alarm's cover and vents.
• Ne farbajte alarm. Boja može začepiti otvore i ometati sposobnost senzora da detektuje dim.
• Reinstall the alarm, restore power, and test.

Signal za kraj životnog vijeka

The smoke alarm is designed to provide reliable protection for approximately 10 years. After this period, the unit will emit an end-of-life signal (typically a chirp every 30-40 seconds) to indicate it needs to be replaced. Replace the entire unit immediately upon hearing this signal.

7. Otkrivanje problema

8. Specifikacije

9. Garancija i podrška

Informacije o garanciji

This First Alert 9120B Smoke Alarm comes with a 10-year limited warranty. For specific terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty documentation included with your product or visit the official First Alert website.

Korisnička podrška

Za tehničku pomoć, rješavanje problema ili reklamacije, obratite se korisničkoj podršci First Alerta. Kontakt informacije se obično mogu pronaći na pakovanju proizvoda ili na službenim stranicama First Alerta. website.