PSA Products LIFESAVER LIFPE10 User Manual - page 9
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Operation
Testing
The smoke alarm is operating once it is fitted onto the
mounting bracket. Pressing the test button will sound
the alarm. When the smoke alarm photoelectric sensor
chamber senses products of combustion, the horn will
sound a loud (85 db) alarm until the sensing chamber is
cleared of smoke particles.
• Test the unit to ensure proper operation by pressing the
Test button for at least 5 seconds (or until the unit
sounds). This will sound the alarm if the electronic
circuitry, horn, and battery are working. If no alarm
sounds, the unit may have a defective battery or other
failure. DO NOT use an open flame to test your alarm,
you could damage the alarm or ignite combustible
materials and start a fire.
CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the
alarm, always stand an arms-length away from the unit
when testing.
Test the alarm weekly to ensure proper operation. Erratic
or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a
defective alarm, and it should be returned for service (see
Warranty section).
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS RECOMMENDED.
LED Indicators
This alarm is equipped with a red LED indicator, with
three modes of operation.
Red LED - Flashing every 40–45 seconds: Indicates that the
smoke alarm is operating properly.
Red LED - Flashing: When the Test button is pressed, or
when the smoke alarm senses particles of combustion and
goes into alarm (constant pulsating sound), the red LED
will flash once per second. The flashing LED and pulsating
alarm will continue until the air is cleared.