How to replace battery in first alert smoke detector sa710

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TO LOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT

Do not lock the battery compartment until you activate the battery

and test the Smoke Alarm.

1.Install the battery so the terminals

on the battery match the terminals

on the Smoke Alarm. Match “+” to

“+” and “-” to “-.” Push the battery in

until it snaps in securely and cannot

be shaken loose. If the battery is

not snapped in completely, the unit

cannot receive battery power.

2.Push and hold test button until the

alarm sounds:

3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.

If the unit does not alarm during

testing, DO NOT lock the battery

compartment! Install a new battery

and test again. If the Smoke Alarm still

does not alarm, replace it immediately.

3.Using needle-nose pliers or a utility

knife, detach one locking pin from

the mounting bracket.

4.Push the locking pin through the hole

near the battery door latch on the

back of the Smoke Alarm.

OPTIONAL LOCKING FEATURES

TO LOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET

1.Using needle-nose pliers,

detach one locking pin from

the mounting bracket.

2.Insert the locking pin through

the hole on the back of the

Smoke Alarm as shown in the

diagram.

3.When you attach the Smoke

Alarm to the mounting bracket,

the locking pin’s head will fit

into a notch on the bracket.

The optional locking features are designed to prevent unauthorized removal of the battery or alarm. It is not necessary to activate the locks in

single-family households wher

e unauthorized battery or alarm removal is not a concern.

These Smoke Alarms have two separate locking features: one to lock the battery compartment, and the other to lock the Smoke Alarm to the mounting

bracket. You can choose to use either feature independently, or use them both.

Tools you will need: • Needle-nose pliers or utility knife • Standard flathead screwdriver.

Both locking features use locking pins, which are molded into the mounting bracket. Depending on which locking

features you use, remove one or both pins from the mounting bracket using needle-nose pliers or a utility knife.

To permanently remove either locking pin, insert a flathead screwdriver between the locking pin and the lock,

and pr

y the pin out of the lock.

TO UNLOCK THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT

1.Remove the Smoke Alarm

from the mounting bracket.

If the unit is locked to the

bracket, see the section

“To Unlock the Mounting

Bracket.”

2.Insert a flathead screwdriver

under the head of the locking

pin, and gently pry it out of the

battery compartment lock.

(If you plan to relock the battery

compartment, save the locking

pin.)

3.To relock the battery compart-

ment, close the battery door and

reinsert locking pin in lock.

4.Reattach the Smoke Alarm

to the mounting bracket.

When replacing the battery, always

test the Smoke Alarm before re-

locking the battery compartment.

TO UNLOCK THE MOUNTING BRACKET

1.Insert a flathead screwdriver into

the rectangular cut-out on the

mounting bracket nearest to the

locking pin.

2.Pry the Smoke Alarm away from

the bracket by pushing up on

the screwdriver and turning the

Smoke Alarm counterclockwise

(left) at the same time.

•NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this unit. You

might accidentally damage or set fire to the unit or to your

home. The built-in test switch accurately tests the unit’s

operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL).

•If the Alarm ever fails to test properly, replace it immediately.

Products under warranty may be returned to the manufacturer

for replacement. See “Limited Warranty” for details.

•DO NOT stand close to the alarm when the horn is sounding.

Exposure at close range may be harmful to your hearing. When

testing, step away when horn starts sounding.

It is important to test this unit every week to make sure it is working

properly. Using the test button is the recommended way to test this

Smoke Alarm. Press and hold the test button on the cover of the unit

until the alarm sounds (the unit may continue to alarm for a few seconds

after you release the button). If it does not alarm, make sure the unit is

receiving power (LED will flash approximately once a minute indicating

it has power); and test it again. If it still does not alarm, replace it

immediately. During testing you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern:

3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE

This unit has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible, but

there are a few simple things you must do to keep it working properly.

Use only the replacement batteries listed below. The unit may not

operate properly with other batteries. Never use rechargeable

batteries since they may not provide a constant charge.

•Test it at least once a week.

•Clean the Smoke Alarm at least once a month; gently vacuum off

any dust using your household vacuum’s soft brush attachment,

and test the Smoke Alarm after cleaning. Never use water, cleaners

or solvents since they may damage the unit.

•If the Smoke Alarm becomes contaminated by excessive dirt, dust

and/or grime, and cannot be cleaned to avoid unwanted alarms,

replace the unit immediately.

•Relocate the unit if it sounds frequent unwanted alarms. See

“Locations to Avoid For Smoke Alarms” for details.

•When the battery becomes weak, the Smoke Alarm unit will “chirp”

approximately once a minute (the low battery warning). This low

battery warning should last for up to 30 days, but you should

replace the battery immediately to continue your protection.

Choosing a replacement battery:

Your Smoke Alarm requires one standard 9V battery. The following

batteries are acceptable as replacements: Duracell #MN1604, (Ultra)

#MX1604; Eveready (Energizer) #522. You may also use a Lithium

battery like the Ultralife U9VL-J for longer service life between battery

changes. These batteries are available at many local retail stores.

Actual service life depends on the Smoke Alarm and the environment

in which it is installed. All the batteries specified above are acceptable

replacement batteries for this unit. Regardless of the manufacturer’s

suggested battery life, you MUST replace the battery immediately once

the unit starts “chirping” (the “low battery warning”).

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