MedicalAlert SMOKE DETECTOR User manual
SMOKE DETECTOR
USERS GUIDE
SMOKE DETECTOR
SETUP GUIDE
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You have made a great decision to protect
yourself with Medical Alert!
Fill out the enclosed Smoke Detector Location
Information & return in the postage-paid
envelope provided.
GETTING STARTED
For reference please notate the location of each smoke
detector using the smoke detector number.
2 EASY WAYS TO SETUP
1. Follow instructions in this User Manual
2. Visit our website at www.MedicalAlertSupport.com
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WARNING!
MAKE SURE YOUR MEDICAL ALARM SYSTEM IS
SET UP PROPERLY BEFORE ACTIVATING YOUR
SMOKE DETECTOR.
DO NOT REMOVE BATTERY PULL TAB FROM
THE SMOKE DETECTOR UNTIL MOUNTING
INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE!
Removing the tab prematurely will cause the smoke
detector to sound an alarm at any time.
Battery
Pull Tab
Now let’s set up your smoke detector...
SELF STICK
OR
SCREW MOUNT
OPTIONAL INSTALLATION
METHODS
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INSTALLATION
SELF-STICK INSTALLATION
• A self-adhesive mounting plate is attached to the mounting
bracket.
• Remove the adhesive cover on the back of the mounting plate
adhere to the desired location.
** Please be aware the adhesive back can cause damage to your
wall surface upon removal.
Now that your smoke detector is installed, Call 1-855-629-1795
to put your medical alarm unit on test for 30 minutes so you do
not create a False Alarm that could cause the Fire Department to
be dispatched unnecessarily.
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SCREW MOUNT INSTALLATION
1) Remove the adhesive mounting
plate by gently liing the tab on
the mounting plate and sliding in
the opposite direction.
2) Using the mounting bracket as a
template, in each of the keyholes,
draw a mark for the mounting
plug and screw.
3) Using the 2 screws and mounting plugs included, attach the
mounting bracket to the wall.
4) Line up the slot of the bracket and the smoke detector. Push
the detector onto the mounting bracket and turn it clockwise to
x in place. Pull forward on the smoke detector to make sure it is
securely attached to the mounting bracket.
5) Now that your smoke detector is installed, Call 1-855-629-1795
to put your medical alarm unit on test for 30 minutes so you do
not create a False Alarm that could cause the Fire Department to
be dispatched unnecessarily.
INSTALLATION
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ACTIVATING AND TESTING
YOUR SMOKE DETECTOR
1) Remove the battery pull tab and the
smoke detector will power on.
2) Press the test button on the smoke
detector 5 consecutive times.
Pause, then press again 1 time.
3) In a few seconds, your Medical Alarm
System will announce, CALLING FOR HELP.
Let the device process the test and you will be
prompted through the automated call system.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CANCELING A FALSE ALARM
1) Press the black RESET button on the back of your Medical
Alarm System
OR
2) Wait for the emergency response operator to speak to you
over the two-way on your medical alarm system or your
home phone and let them know it is a false alarm.
3) Fan smoke away from the smoke
detector to stop beeping
NEVER TAKE THE BATTERY OUT TO STOP THE
DEVICE FROM BEEPING.
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TIPS TO KEEP YOU SAFE - DO’S
TIPS TO KEEP YOU SAFE
• Place your smoke detector on the ceiling or high on the wall
(not more than 12 inches from the ceiling).
• For pitched ceilings, install the detector within 3 feet of the peak
but not within the apex of a peak.
• Place your smoke detector 20 feet from a cooking area to
minimize false alarms
• Always replace your battery with a lithium “123” battery that
can be found at your local CVS, Walgreens or hardware store.
• Test your smoke detector once a month, by pressing and
holding the test button until you hear a beep.
• Do develop a Family Escape Plan – draw a map of your home
and discuss the plan with everyone in the family identifying all
ground oor exits.
• Practice your Escape Plan at night and during the day with
everyone in the home twice a year.
• Have an outside meeting place – (like a tree, light pole or
mailbox).
• Teach children how to escape on their own in case you can’t help
them.
• Do not paint smoke detectors.
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WHAT TO AVOID?
• Do not install near windows, doors or ducts where dras might
interfere with their operation.
• Do not place in very cold or very hot areas.
• Do not place in very dusty or dirty areas.
• Do not install directly over a sink, cooker, stove or oven.
• Do not install outside or in a garage.
• Do not place in damp or very humid areas, or near bathrooms
with showers.
• Do not install in or below a cupboard.
• Do not paint smoke detectors.
TIPS TO KEEP YOU SAFE - DONT’S
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WARNING
Never remove battery from smoke detector to stop a nuisance
alarm. Open a window or fan the air around the smoke alarm to
get rid of the smoke. e alarm will turn itself o when the smoke
is gone.
• Smoke detector may not be heard if residents are hearing
impaired.
• Smoke detector may not wake all individuals if they are sound
sleepers.
• e smoke detector battery compartment contains a red spring
load arm that must be slid to the down position when inserting
the battery. e arm will prevent the detector cover from
closing if the battery is not installed.
• Make sure your battery is place facing the right direction.
• When replacing the battery, hold down the tamper switch to
prevent
WARNING!
Need Help?
Toll Free: 1-800-906-0872
Email Us: customercare@medicalalert.com
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