Quell Q1400 User manual - page 7
4.OPERATION AND TESTING
TESTING:
Test by pushing the test/Hush button on the cover and holding it down for a
minimum of 1 second (or until the alarm sounds). Note: the first test
sequence will be at a lower volume. Holding the test/Hush button for longer
than 5 seconds will result in the full 85 decibel sound output. This will sound
the alarm if the electronic circuitry, horn, and battery are working. If no
alarm sounds, the unit has 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 structure fire.
SMOKE SENSING CHAMBER OPERATION: This alarm will "chirp" every 30 seconds
(with red LED flash at the same time) if it detects a problem with the smoke sensing
chamber.
NOTE: WEEKLY TESTING IS REQUIRED.
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.
OPERATION:
The smoke alarm is operating once the alarm is activated (see Section 3) and testing is
complete. When products of combustion are sensed, the unit sounds a loud 85db
pulsating alarm until the air is cleared. If there is any question as to the cause of the
alarm, it should be assumed that the alarm is due to an actual fire and the dwelling
should be evacuated immediately.
IMAGE 4B
IMAGE 4A
Location of Posts:
2. After installation/activation, test your alarm by depressing and holding down the
test button for a minimum of 1 second (or until the alarm sounds). This should
sound the alarm. The alarm will sound at a low level to avoid discomfort. If the test
button is pressed for greater than 5 seconds, the alarm will sound at the full 85
decibels and may cause some discomfort
TAMPER RESIST FEATURE
Smoke Alarm Tamper Resist Feature
• To make the smoke alarm tamper-resistant, a tamper resist feature has been
provided. To activate this feature you must break out the tamper-resist posts on the
mounting plate (Image 4A). Use a small screwdriver.
• Using this feature will deter children and others from removing the alarm from the
mounting plate. With the blocks removed, the tamper-resist feature will be
activated when the alarm is installed on the mounting plate.
• The tamper-resist tab will have to be released in order to remove alarm from
mounting plate. Using a tool (small screwdriver) push the tab away from the
mounting plate (Image 4B) and rotate the alarm anti-clockwise in the “OFF”
direction.
• After re-installation, test the alarm by depressing and holding down the Test button
for several seconds. This should sound the alarm.
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