Universal Security Instruments MP117 User manual

SMOKE & FIRE ALARM WITH SILENCE FEATURE
AND ALARM ORIGINATION FEATURE
Table of Contents: Page #
Smoke Alarm Limitations and Functions................................. 2
Recommended Location ofAlarms......................................... 3
Avoid These Locations ........................................................... 4
Early Warning ......................................................................... 4
InstallationInstructions ........................................................... 4
Electrical Shock Hazard ......................................................... 4
Locking/Tamper Feature......................................................... 4
Wiring Instructions.................................................................. 5
Operation, Testing & Maintenance.......................................... 6
QUICK FIND®Alarm Originating Feature & Reset .................. 6
Cautions/Warnings ................................................................. 7
Backup Battery Replacement ................................................. 7
Develop and Practice a Plan of Escape.................................. 8
Operational Summary............................................................. 9
Warranty.................................................................Back Cover
SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC.
MODEL MP117, MP117L
MODEL MP118, MP118L
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SMOKE ALARM LIMITATIONS AND FUNCTIONS
There are three basic smoke alarm types: IoPhic , Ionization and Photoelectric.
IoPhic is an ionization alarm containing a patent-pending Universal Smoke SensingTechnology.
IoPhic alarms are very effective at detecting fast flaming fires and also respond very quickly to
slow smoldering fires - up to 87% faster than the maximum allowable alarm limit (UL217 Smoldering
Smoke Test on 5/26/2010, Underwriters Laboratories Project #09CA38078).
Ionization smoke alarms are typically more effective at detecting fast flaming fires - fires which consume
combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a
wastebasket, or kitchen grease fires.
Photoelectric smokealarms, ontheother hand,aretypically moreeffectiveatdetecting slowsmoldering
fires - fires which burn for hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes
burning in couches or bedding.
Installing IoPhic smoke alarms ensures maximum detection of both types of fires from a single alarm,
while eliminating the need for a combination of ionization and photoelectric smoke alarms.
The enclosed alarm is a Photoelectric smoke alarm.
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SMOKE ALARMS WILL NOT WORK DURING A LOSS OF POWER. SINCE A SMOKE ALARM WILL
NOT WORK WITHOUT POWER, having an alarm(s) that works from two completely different power
sources, such as an AC direct wire with battery backup smoke alarm, can give you an extra measure of
protection in case of an AC power failure or a dead battery. Battery operated alarms cannot work if the
batteries are missing, disconnected or dead, if the wrong type of batteries are used or if the batteries are
not installed correctly. AC (only) powered alarms cannot work if theAC power is cut off for any reason. If
you are concerned about the limitations of the battery orAC power, install both types of alarms.
USING AN IONIZATION SMOKE ALARM IN A SMOKY AREA, SUCH AS A KITCHEN, OR IN A HIGH
HUMIDITYAREANEAR A SHOWER, CAN CAUSE NUISANCE FALSEALARMS. IT IS PREFERABLE
TO USE PHOTOELECTRIC ALARMS IN THESE AREAS. DO NOT TURN OFF THE AC POWER TO
QUIET THE ALARM. A SMOKE ALARM WILL NOT HELP PROTECT YOU IF IT IS NOT POWERED.
Properly locate your alarm to avoid nuisance alarms.
A SMOKE ALARM MAY NOT ALWAYS WARN YOU ABOUT FIRES CAUSED BY CARELESSNESS
AND SAFETY HAZARDS LIKE SMOKING IN BED, VIOLENT EXPLOSIONS, ESCAPING GAS,
IMPROPER STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, OVERLOADED ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS,
CHILDREN PLAYING WITH MATCHES, NATURAL CAUSES SUCHAS LIGHTNING, ORARSON. FIRE
PREVENTION IS YOUR BEST SAFEGUARD.
INSTALLING SMOKEALARMS MAY MAKE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR LOWER INSURANCE RATES, BUT
SMOKEALARMS ARE NOTA SUBSTITUTE FOR INSURANCE. Homeowners and renters alike should
continue to insure their lives and properties.
SMOKEALARMS CANNOT DETECT FIRES IFTHE SMOKE DOES NOT REACHTHEM. Smoke from
fires may not reach the sensing chamber and set off the alarm. One alarm should be installed inside each
bedroomor sleepingarea.Do notobstruct airflow aroundthe smoke alarmor place inareas of obstructed
airflow.
BE AWARE OF VARIOUS SITUATIONS AGAINST WHICH THE SMOKE ALARM MAY NOT BE
EFFECTIVE. For example: (1) Fires where the victim is intimate with a flaming initiated fire; for example,
when a person's clothes catch fire while cooking; (2) Fires where the smoke is prevented from reaching
the alarm due to a closed door or other obstruction or (3) Incendiary fires where the fire grows so rapidly
that an occupant's egress is blocked even with properly located alarms.
SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT DETECT FIRE ON ANOTHER FLOOR OR AREA OF THE HOME.
Recommendedminimum protection isatleast one smokealarmin every sleepingareaand every bedroom
on every level of your home. Interconnected smoke alarms may provide earlier warning than stand-alone
smoke alarms since all smoke alarms alarm when one detects smoke.
SMOKEALARMSMAYNOTBE HEARD.Thealarmhornin this alarmmeetsorexceedscurrent standards,
but it may not be heard if: (1) the smoke alarm is located outside a closed or partially closed door; (2)
residents recently consumed alcohol or drugs; (3) the alarm is drowned out by noise from stereos, TV's,
air conditioners or other appliances; (4) residents are hearing impaired or (5) if residents are sleeping.
CURRENT STUDIES HAVE SHOWN SMOKE ALARMS MAY NOT AWAKEN ALL SLEEPING
INDIVIDUALS AND THAT IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF INDIVIDUALS IN THE HOUSEHOLD WHO
ARE CAPABLE OF ASSISTING OTHERS TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THOSE WHO MAY NOT BE
AWAKENED BY THE ALARM SOUND OR TO THOSE WHO MAY BE INCAPABLE OF SAFELY
EVACUATING THE AREA UNASSISTED.
SMOKE ALARMS ARE NOT FOOLPROOF. You must test the smoke alarm weekly to ensure your
continued protection. Smoke alarms cannot prevent or extinguish fires.
SMOKE ALARMS HAVE A LIMITED LIFE. The smoke alarm should be replaced immediately if it is not
operating properly. You should always replace a smoke alarm after 10 years.
SMOKEALARMSARE NOTTO BE USED WITH DETECTOR GUARDS UNLESS THE COMBINATION
HAS BEEN EVALUATED AND FOUND SUITABLE FOR THAT PURPOSE.

RECOMMENDED LOCATION OF ALARMS
• Locate the first smoke alarm in the immediate area of the bedrooms. Try to protect the escape
route as the bedrooms are usually farthest from an exit. If more than one sleeping area exists,
locate additional smoke alarms in each sleeping area. If a hall is more than 40 feet (12 meters)
long, install a smoke alarm at each end.
• Locate additional smoke alarms to protect any stairway as stairways act like chimneys for
smoke and heat.
• Locate at least one smoke alarm on every floor level.
• Locate a smoke alarm in any area where a smoker sleeps or where electrical appliances are
operated in sleeping areas.
• Smoke, heat and other combustion products rise to the ceiling and spread horizontally. Mounting
the smoke alarm on the ceiling in the center of the room places it closest to all points in the room.
Ceiling mounting is preferred in ordinary residential construction. However, in mobile homes, wall
mountingonan insidepartition ispreferred toavoidthe thermalbarrier thatmayform atthe ceiling.
• When mounting smoke alarm on the ceiling, locate it a minimum of 4" (10cm) from a side wall or
corner (see DiagramA).
• When mounting smoke alarm on a wall, if local codes allow, use an inside wall with the top edge
of the smoke alarm a minimum of 4" (10cm) and a maximum of 12" (30.5cm) below the ceiling/
wall intersections (See DiagramA).
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Sloped Ceilings (Peaked Ceilings):
Smoke alarms or smoke detectors mounted on a peaked ceiling shall be located within 36 in. (914 mm)
horizontally of the peak, but not closer than 4 in. (102 mm) vertically to the peak.
Sloped Ceilings (Shed Ceilings):
Smoke alarms or smoke detectors mounted on a sloped ceiling having a rise greater than 1 ft. in 8 ft. (1 m
in 8 m) horizontally shall be located within 36 in. (914 mm) of the high side of the ceiling, but not closer
than 4 in. (102 mm) from the adjoining wall surface.
Tray-Shaped Ceilings:
Smoke Alarms or smoke detectors shall be installed on the highest portion of the ceiling or on the sloped
portion of the ceiling within 12 in. (305 mm) vertically down from the highest point.
Mobile Home Installation:
For minimum protection, smoke alarms should be installed in compliance with H.U.D. Manufactured Home
Construction Safety Standards, Title 24 CFR, Section 3280.208 and Section 3282. For additional protection,
see Single Story Residence smoke alarm requirements/recommendations for Existing Homes and New
Construction Homes.
Note: For mobile homes built before 1978, install smoke alarms on inside walls between 4” and 12” from
the ceiling (older mobile homes have little or no insulation in the ceiling). This is especially important if the
ceiling is unusually hot or cold.
Install a smoke alarm inside each bedroom and in the hallway outside each separate sleeping area.
Existing Homes:
The NFPArequires a smoke alarm on every level and outside each sleeping area in existing construction.
An existing household with one level and one sleeping area is required to have one smoke alarm.
New Construction Homes and Manufactured Homes:
The NFPArequiresAC-powered, interconnected smoke alarms to be installed inside each bedroom, outside
each bedroom area, and on every level of the home. They also require a minimum of two AC-powered,
interconnected smoke alarms in any new construction home.

THIS SMOKE ALARM WILL NOT WORK WITHOUT 120 VAC POWER AND A
GOOD BATTERY PROPERLY INSTALLED. THE SMOKE ALARM SHOULD BE
TESTED WHEN INSTALLED AND THEN TESTED WEEKLY AFTER THAT.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: CAUTION!! READ CAREFULLY.
Installation of this alarm must conform to the electrical codes in your area; Article 760 of the
National Electrical Code, NFPA 72, 101; SBC (SBCCI); UBC (ICBO); NBC (BOCA): OTFDC
(CABO), and any other local or building codes that may apply. Wiring and installation must
be performed by a licensed electrician. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in injury
or property damage.
This alarm must be powered by a 24-hour, 120VAC 60Hz circuit. Be sure the circuit cannot be
turned off by a switch, dimmer or ground fault circuit interrupter. Failure to connect this
alarm to a 24-hour circuit may prevent it from providing constant protection.
IMPORTANT: Do not subject this smoke alarm to megger, high voltage or high-pot tests.
Remove the smoke alarm(s) before high-potting tests occur on the circuit or system.
(Ref. Section 550-17, National Electric Code, 2002 Edition).
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Turn off power to the area where you will install this alarm at the circuit breaker or fuse box
before beginning installation. Failure to turn off the power before installation may result in
serious electrical shock, injury or death.
CAUTION: THIS SMOKE ALARM IS SEALED. THE COVER IS NOT REMOVABLE!
• A mounting bracket is provided on the back of the alarm.
• Remove the mounting bracket from the back of the alarm by holding the mounting bracket and
twistingthealarm inthedirection indicatedbythe "TWISTTOREMOVE" arrowonthe sideofthe
alarm base.
OPTIONAL TAMPER RESISTANT FEATURES: There are two separate tamper resistant locking
features provided for this model. Activating one or both of these features deters someone from
removing the smoke alarm from the mounting bracket or removing the battery from the alarm. The
breakaway locking pins are clearly marked and molded into the mounting bracket. Refer to the
diagram on the next page.
TO ACTIVATE THE LOCKING FEATURES: Do not activate the locking features until you have
activatedthebattery,mountedthe smoke alarmto the bracketand tested thesmokealarm. Referto
OPERATION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE instructions on Page 6.
1. Detach the breakaway alarm locking pin from the mounting bracket.
AVOID THESE LOCATIONS
• the garage – products of combustion are produced when you start your vehicle.
• near appliances or areas where normal combustion regularly occurs (kitchens, near furnaces,
gas hot water heaters). Use smoke alarms with photoelectric sensors or smoke alarms with
Silence Feature for these areas.
• in areas with high humidity, like bathrooms or areas near dishwashers or washing machines.
Install at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) away from these areas.
• in areas of turbulent air such as air returns or heating and cooling supply vents, smoke alarms
shall not be located where airflow prevents smoke from reaching the alarms.
• inextremelydusty, dirtyorinsect-infestedareas.Looseparticlesinterferewithsmokealarmoperation.
• in areas where temperature may fall below 400F (4.40C) or rise above 1000F (37.80C).
• closer than 1 foot (0.3m) from fluorescent lights, electrical "noise" and flickering may affect the
alarm'soperation.
• closerthan3 feet (0.9m) horizontalpath fromthetip of thebladeof a ceiling suspended(paddle) fan.
• on a poorly insulated ceiling or exterior wall (mount smoke alarm on an inside wall).
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Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in
all rooms and areas of the household as follows: Asmoke alarm installed in each separate
sleeping area (in the vicinity of, but outside of, the bedrooms); and, as appropriate, heat or
smokealarms inliving rooms,dining rooms,kitchens,hallways, attics,furnace rooms,closets,
utility storage rooms, basements and attached garages. Test the alarms weekly to assure
proper operation.

DO NOT TAMPER WITH WIRES WHEN POWER IS ON!
For alarms that are used as single smoke alarms, do not connect the yellow wire to anything.
Insulate this wire (tape it) in place to make certain the yellow wire cannot contact any metal parts.
IInterconnectedalarms can provideearlier warningof firethan stand-alone alarms,especially
if a fire starts in a remote area of the dwelling. When alarms are interconnected, all alarms
will sound when one alarm first goes into alarm. This alarm may be interconnected with a
total of not more than 24 interconnected devices, i.e., as many as 11 other USI ELECTRIC or
UNIVERSAL model smoke alarms or combination smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms;
6 other initiating smoke alarms which may be a combination of USI ELECTRIC or UNIVERSAL
CO Alarms and Heat Alarms; and six other non-initiating devices such as USI ELECTRIC
Relay Modules. Compatible models include: 2995, 5304, MI100, MI106, MDS101, MDS107,
MDS211, 2985, 5303, MI200, MI210 USI-1103, USI-1203, USI-1204, USI-1208 (Part #USI-1209),
USI-1213, USI-3204, USI-7385, USI-7390, USI-7485, USI-7490, USI-7795, USI-2430, USI-960,
SS-785, SS-790, SS-795, SS-2795, SS-2895, CD-9385, CD-9390, CD-9485, CD-9490, CD-9795,
HD-130, RM-100.
Interconnected CO alarms or CO alarm circuit of combination smoke and CO alarms will only
respond if a CO alarm / event initiates the alarm. All other alarms remain silent.
Interconnected smoke alarms, heat alarms and relay modules will only respond if a smoke
alarm / event or heat alarm / event initiates the alarm. All CO alarms remain silent.
Note that smoke alarms without battery backup will not respond during an AC power failure.
NOTE: Relay Modules/USI-960 will not respond if a CO alarm / event initiates the alarm.
2. Insert the pin into the hole for the feature you are activating. Refer to the diagram below for
correctplacement.
TODEACTIVATE THELOCKING FEATURES: To removethesmoke alarmfor cleaningorservicing
or to replace the battery, you must first remove the appropriate locking pin, if it has been installed.
1. Turn offAC power to the circuit.
2. Use long nose pliers to pull the locking pin out of the hole.
3. It is now possible to remove the smoke alarm or replace the battery.
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. a. Theappropriatepowersupplyis120Voltsinglephasepowersuppliedfrom anon-switchable
circuit NOT protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter.
b. Turn offAC power to the circuit before wiring the smoke alarm.
c. There are three pigtail wires (black, white and yellow) coming from the AC QUICK
CONNECTOR.The proper wire connection is as follows:
WIRES FROM QUICK CONNECTORCONNECT TO
BLACK "HOT" side ofAC line
WHITE "NEUTRAL" side ofAC line
YELLOW Interconnect wires of other smoke alarms
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INSERT ALARM
LOCKING PIN HERE
ALARM/BRACKET
LOCKING PIN
BATTERY LOCKING PIN
INSERT BATTERY
LOCKING PIN HERE

OPERATION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE
OPERATION: The smoke alarm is operating once the AC power is connected and turned on (the
battery must also be installed). When products of combustion are sensed, the alarm sounds a loud
alarm which continues until the air is cleared.
This alarm incorporates the NFPArecognized horn signal for evacuation. During alarm mode, the
horn produces three beeps followed by a two second pause and then continually repeats.
READY/ACTIVE CONDITION: Thered LEDblinks ononceapprox. every40-45seconds toindicate
the alarm is properly functioning.
LOCALORIGINATINGALARM CONDITION: The red LED blinks on approx. every 2 seconds and
the alarm emits a loud, pulsating alarm sound.
NON-ORIGINATINGALARM CONDITION: Thered LEDisoffand the alarmemits aloud,pulsating
alarm.
GREEN LED: The green LED is on whenever AC power is turned on.
NUISANCE ALARMS: The smoke alarm is designed to minimize nuisance alarms. Smoking will
not normally set off the alarm unless smoke is blown directly into the smoke alarm. Combustion
particles from cooking may set off the alarm if the smoke alarm is located close to the kitchen
cooking surface. Large quantities of combustion particles are generated from spills or broiling.
If the smoke alarm does sound, check for fires first. If a fire is discovered, get out and call the fire
department. If no fire is present, check to see if one of the reasons listed above may have caused
the alarm. Use the Silence Feature if it is a nuisance alarm, or reset the alarm by pressing and
holding the test button for ten seconds. Refer to RESET on Page 7.
TESTING: Test by pushing the Test button on the smoke alarm cover until the alarm sounds, then
release.The alarmsounds ifallelectronic circuitry,horn andbatteryare working.If no alarmsounds,
the alarm may have a power supply failure. Test the smoke alarm weekly to assure proper
operation.
ALARM ORIGINATION: The QUICK FIND®Alarm Origination Feature allows the user to identify
the initiating alarm smoke alarms in an interconnected alarm system. If an interconnected alarm
system is initiated by one of the alarms, when the alarm system exits alarm condition, the user can
identify the initiating alarm by:
a. Pressing and releasing the test button on any alarm in the system.
b. Interconnected alarms will sound and then stop.
c. Theoriginatingsmoke alarm willcontinueto sound 60secondsto allow ampletimeto quickly
find originating alarm.
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Theyellow wireis usedonly formultiple stationoperations with USIELECTRIC orUNIVERSAL
Model alarms only. Connecting this yellow wire to any other circuits may result in damage
and alarm malfunction. When alarms are interconnected, all alarms must be powered from a
single AC branch circuit. If local codes do not permit, be sure the neutral wire is common to
both phases. The maximum wire run distance between the first and last alarm/device in an
interconnected system is 1,000 feet. NOTE: Use standard household wire (18 gauge or larger,
rated at least 300V, as required by local codes) available at all electrical supply/hardware
stores.
The wiring to be used shall be in accordance with the provisions ofArticles 210 and 300.3(B)
ofthe NationalElectrical Code,ANSI/NFPA70.In addition,the resistance oftheinterconnecting
wiring shall be a maximum of 10 Ohms.
2. Attach the mounting bracket to the electrical junction box.
3. To activate 9 volt battery and alarm, hold the QUICK DRAW(R) battery drawer closed, pull and
removethe PULL-TAB. Confirmthat theentire PULL-TAB hasbeen completelyremoved. Discard
PULL-TAB.
4. Plug the AC QUICK CONNECTOR into the alarm base. Push and twist the alarm clockwise
onto the mounting bracket.
5. See "OPTIONAL TAMPER RESISTANT FEATURES" and "TO ACTIVATE THE LOCKING
FEATURES" instructions on Page 4.
6. Turn on AC power and check the LED's for proper operation. The green LED should be on to
indicate AC power. The red LED blinks on once approx. every 40 seconds to indicate proper
operation.

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If you choose to use an aerosol smoke product to test the smoke alarm, be certain to use one
that has been Listed to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Safety Standards and use it only as
directed. Use of non-UL Listed products or improper use of UL Listed products may affect
the smoke alarm's sensitivity.
NUISANCE ALARM SILENCE FEATURE: This feature is to be used only when a known alarm
condition, such as smoke from cooking, activates the smoke alarm. The smoke alarm Silence
Featureisactivated by pushingandreleasing the Silencebuttonon thesmokealarm cover whilein
alarmcondition.The smokealarmwill automatically reducesensitivityand the redLEDwill blink on
approx.every2 secondsto indicatethealarm isinthe Silencemode.Thesmoke alarmwillgradually
regainnormalsensitivity andsoundthe alarmif particlesofcombustion arestillpresent.TheSilence
feature may be used repeatedly until the air has cleared, by pushing and releasing the Silence
button again. Resetting the smoke alarm after a nuisance alarm is recommended.
NOTE: If the Test button is pressed and held during the Silence mode, the smoke alarm will be
tested normally. Upon the release of theTest button, the Silence mode will be restarted.
Before using the alarm Silence Feature, identify the source of smoke and be certain that safe
conditions exist.
(UTHA) MAINTENANCE:
The smoke alarm is virtually maintenance free. However, under dusty conditions, a vacuum hose
may be used to clear the sensing chamber of dust.
Clean the smoke alarm at least once a month to remove dust, dirt, insects or debris.Always turn
off power to smoke alarm before cleaning. Using a soft brush or wand attachment to a vacuum
cleaner, vacuum all sides and cover of smoke alarm. Be sure all the vents are free of debris.
If the smoke alarm is false alarming and cannot be restored to normal operation, the smoke alarm
should be replaced.
BACKUP BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Disconnect AC power before changing battery. Shock hazard exists ifAC power is miswired.
The smoke alarm uses a 9 Volt battery. The battery should last for at least one year under normal
operating conditions. The smoke alarm has a low battery indicator, an audible beep or chirp. It will
operateatapprox. 40second intervalsfora minimumof 7days.When thisindicationoccurs, replace
the battery with an Alkaline type (Energizer #522, Duracell #MN1604), or Lithium type (Ultralife
U9VL-J or Ultralife U9VL-J-P) from your local retailer.
NEVERuse anopen flameof anykind totest thissmoke alarm.Youmight accidentallydamage
or set fire to the smoke alarm or to your home. The built-in test switch accurately tests the
smoke alarm's operation as required by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL).
(UTHA) Sensitivity Indicating Means
Thesensitivityindicating means for thisSmokeand FireAlarm istheuse of the analyzerforSmoke
Detectors Model 501-Aor 501-A/Bat Aerosol Generator Manufactured by Gemini Scientific Corp.,
1122-BAsterAve., Sunnyvale, CA94086.
The Equivalent UL 268 Light obscuration %/Ft as measured by this instrument must be within the
obscuration listed on the back of this alarm.
(UTHA) Go/No-Go Field Test
The Go/No-Go test for this smoke and fire alarm is to use one of the following UL listed can-type aerosol
smokealarmtesters. The instructionsforuse are printedonthe canister. HomeSafeguard,Model 25S.
RESET: To resetthe QUICKFIND®Alarm Originationcondition, pressand hold theTestbutton
on any alarm for at least 10 seconds and then release. Reset after each alarm. The reset
feature will reset all interconnected units.
TROUBLE/SERVICE ALARM: If the smoke alarm beeps 3 times approx. every 40 seconds after
the red LED flashes and cannot be restored to normal operation, the smoke alarm should be
replaced.immediately.
END-OF-SERVICE LIFE NOTIFICATION: Amajority of home fire deaths are a result of no smoke
alarmsorno workingsmoke alarms. Inaddition to the"replace bydate"stamped onthe back ofyour
alarm, your alarm contains a unique audible end-of-service life notification feature. When it is time
to replace your alarm, which is after approximately 10 years of operation from initial power up, the
alarmwillsound 1 beepapprox.every 60 secondsand the redLEDwill blink ononceapprox. every
40-45 seconds. The green LED stays on.The alarm should be replaced immediately.
The end-of-service life signal can be silenced for approximately 6 hours. To perform this function,
pressandrelease thetestbutton.The alarm willsound for approximately60 seconds whileit resets.
After the reset function is completed, the alarm will be silent for approximately 6 hours. The end-of-
service life signal will activate after the silence period.

DEVELOP AND PRACTICE APLAN OF ESCAPE
BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN
o Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each
room. Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder.
o Haveafamily meetingand discussyourescape plan,showing everyonewhatto doin caseoffire.
o Determine a place outside your home where all of you can meet if a fire occurs.
o Familiarizeeveryonewith thesoundof thesmokealarm andtrainthem toleaveyour homewhen
they hear the sound.
o Identifychildren'sbedrooms withredstickers placedin the upperleft cornerofthe windows.They
are available from your local fire department.
o Practice a fire drill at least every six months. Practice allows you to test your plan before an
emergency.You may not be able to reach your children. It is important they know what to do!
WHAT TO DO WHEN THE ALARM SOUNDS
o Leave immediately by your plan of escape. Every second counts, so don't waste time getting
dressed or picking up valuables.
o In leaving, don't open any inside door without first feeling its surface. If hot, or if you see smoke
seepingthroughcracks, don't open that door! Instead, useyour alternate exit.Ifinside door is
cool,placeyour shoulderagainstit, open itslightly and beready to slamitshut ifheatand smoke
rush in.
o Stay close to the floor if air is smoky. Breathe shallowly through a cloth, wet if possible.
o Once outside, go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there.
o Call the fire department from your neighbor's home – not from yours!
o Don't return to your home until fire officials say that it is all right to do so.
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OPTIONAL BATTERY DRAWER TAMPER LOCKING PIN: To make your battery drawer tamper
resistant, a locking pin has been provided (breakaway part on mounting bracket).
NOTE: If this feature has been activated, you will need to deactivate it by removing the battery
drawer tamper pin located at side of battery drawer. Refer to Page 5.
Pull the QUICK DRAW(R) battery drawer open and remove the battery. While observing polarity,
pushthereplacement batteryintothe battery draweruntil it isheldsecurely inplace.Carefully close
the battery drawer and reinstall the tamper pin.
Test thesmokealarm bypushingthe TESTbutton onthesmoke alarmcoveruntil the alarmsounds,
thenrelease. REPAIRS AND SERVICES
If the smoke alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the smoke alarm. Return the smoke
alarm for servicing. (See warranty for instructions or in-warranty returns.) There will be a service
charge for repairing out of warranty smoke alarms.
FCC PART 15 RADIO FREQUENCY DEVICES
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interferencewill notoccur inaparticularinstallation.Ifthisequipmentdoescause harmfulinterference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION REQUIRED INFORMATION
For your information, the National FireAlarm Code, NFPA72, reads as follows:
"11.5.1*Required Detection -Whererequired by applicablelaws, codes, orstandardsfor aspecific
typeofoccupancy, approvedsingleand multiple-stationsmoke alarms shallbeinstalled asfollows:
(1) *In all sleeping rooms and guest rooms
(2) *Outside of each separate dwelling unit sleeping area, within 6.4 m (21 ft) of any door to a
sleeping room, the distance measured along a path of travel
(3) On every level of a dwelling unit, including basements.
(4) On every level of a residential board and care occupancy (small facility), including basements
and excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics
(5) *In the living area(s) of a guest suite
(6) In the living area(s) of a residential board and care occupancy"
The equipment should be installed using wiring methods in accordance with the
National Fire ProtectionAssociation's Standard 72.
(National Fire ProtectionAssociation, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA02269)
LITHIUM Battery Models only - The LITHUM battery is warranted to last for 10 years under normal
operatingconditions.Replace the batterywith only LITHIUMtype:(ULTRALIFE:U9VL-Jor Ultralife
U9VL-J-P).

-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connectthe equipmentinto anoutleton acircuitdifferent fromthatto whichthe receiverisconnected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION (AS REQUIRED BY THE CALIFORNIA STATE FIRE MARSHAL)
"Early warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all rooms
and areas of the household as follows. A smoke alarm installed in each separate sleeping area (in the
vicinity of, but outside of the bedrooms), and heat or smoke detectors in the living rooms, dining rooms,
bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, attics, furnace rooms, closets, utility and storage rooms, basements and
attached garages."
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Blinks On once
approx every
40-45 seconds
Stays On AC Power is present. DC Power is present.
Blinks On once
approx every
40-45 seconds
Off AC Power is not present and alarm is receiving DC
Power. Check the breaker or fuse box for power. If the
breaker or fuse box looks normal, call a licensed
electricianfor assistance.
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
Silent
Silent
Blinks On
approx every
2 seconds
Stays On Nuisance Alarm - If there is no hazard present, verify
thealarm is mounted in thecorrectlocation(see User's
Manual,"AVOID THESE LOCATIONS" section). Reset
alarm as instructed below.
Horn does not
sound when other
alarms are active
or horn does not
sound when
inter-connected
alarm's test
button is pressed
Blinks On once
approx every
40-45 seconds
Stays On
or Off Press and hold the smoke alarm Test/Silence button
foratleast 5 seconds. If still noalarm, turnoffACPower
at the circuit breaker or fuse box and disconnect the
alarm from the mounting bracket and make sure the
connector plug is securely attached on units that did
not alarm. If still no alarm, have a licensed electrician
checktoseeiftheyellowwireisconnectedtotheneutral
wire.
3 Beeps,
2 second pause,
Repeat
Blinks On
approx every
2 seconds
Stays On OriginatingSmokeAlarm -Ifhazardisidentified,please
take all precautions if an alarm sounds by calling an
Emergency Service and getting out of the home.
3 Beeps,
2 second pause,
Repeat
Off Stays On Non-originatingSmokeAlarm -Anotherinterconnected
smoke alarm has sensed smoke, causing all
interconnected units to sound.
Blinks On once
approx every
40-45 seconds
(normaloperation
mode) or Blinks on
once approx every
10 seconds
(silencemode)
Stays On QUICKFIND®Alarm Origination - In an interconnected
system, it is difficult to determine which alarm initiated
the alarms to sound. The QUICK FIND®feature will
allow you to immediately locate the originating alarm
(once the alarms have stopped sounding). To initiate
QUICK FIND®, press the Test/Silence button on any
alarm; and, after releasing the button, the originating
alarm will continue to sound for approx 60 seconds.
Reset the originating alarm. NOTE: In a non-
interconnected installation, it is necessary to test each
alarm to determine the originating alarm.
Blinks On once
approx every
40-45 seconds
Stays On To ResettheAlarm -Hold theTest/Silence buttonfor10
seconds. This will clear alarm origination and clear
Silence mode. Reset after each smoke alarm event.
Silent
1 Chirp approx
every 40 seconds Stays On LowBattery -Check tomakesure thebattery activation pull tab has been completely removed, battery polarity
is correct and the battery terminals are making contact
with the smoke alarm contacts in the battery drawer. If
chirp continues, replace the 9V battery (see User's
Manual for recommended battery types).
3 Beeps,
2 second pause,
Repeat
3 Beeps,
2 second pause,
Repeat
Stays On Silence Feature is activated by pressing and releasing
the Test/Silence button on the initiating alarm while in
alarm condition. Silence mode will last for approx 8-12
minutes.
Blinks On
approx every
2 seconds
Silent
(alarmed
previously)
CONDITION OF ALARMAUDIBLE & VISUAL SIGNALS BEFORE SOLUTION / RECOMMENDATION
SOLUTION / RECOMMENDATION
HORN RED LED GREEN LED
Blinks On once
approx every
40-45 seconds
(normaloperation
mode) or Blinks on
once approx every
10 seconds
(silencemode)
Blinks On once
approx every
40-45 seconds
3 Chirps approx
every 40 seconds
after LED flashes
Stays On Trouble/Service Alarm. Replace Alarm.
Blinks On once
approx every
40-45 seconds
1 Beep
approx every
60 seconds
End-of-Service Life alarm. The alarm should be
replaced immediately.
Stays On

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TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
MODELS MP117, MP118
MODELS MP117L, MP118L
USI ELECTRIC, INC./UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC. ("USI") warrants
your USI product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of
ten (10) years from the date of purchase. This warranty shall not apply to any batteries
used in the product or to any damage which may be caused by such batteries.
This warranty applies only to the original consumer purchaser and only to products used in
normal residential use and service. If this product is found to be defective, USI's only
obligation, and your exclusive remedy, is the repair or replacement of the product, at USI's
discretion,providedthatthe product hasnotbeendamagedthrough misuse, abuse, accident,
modifications,alteration,neglectormishandling.ThisWarranty shallnotapplytoanyproduct
whichisfoundto have beenimproperlyinstalled,set-up, or usedinanywaynot in accordance
with the instructions supplied with the product.
TEN YEAR LITHIUM BATTERY LIMITED WARRANTY*
This battery is warranted by Ultralife Batteries, Inc. for a 10 year life* ONLY in this Alarm
and is not warranted in any other device. Improper handling and/or installation of the battery
voids the warranty. Improper handling and/or installation includes, but is not limited to:
A. Reversing the battery's polarity or connecting the battery's "+" and "--" terminals
incorrectly.
B. Short circuiting the battery.
C. Attempting to charge the battery.
D. Subjecting the battery to excessive humidity, hot or cold conditions.
E. Altering the battery physically in any way.
ULTRALIFE 9 VOLT BATTERYRETURNS:
To return the Ultralife Battery under warranty, send battery ONLYalong with a note describing
nature of difficulty and proof of date of purchase, postage prepaid and return postage to:
ULTRALIFE BATTERIES, INC.
C/O UNIVERSAL SECURITY INSTRUMENTS, INC.
P. O. BOX 622
1350 ROUTE 88 SOUTH
NEWARK, NEW YORK 14513 USA
ALARM RETURNS:
For replacement of this alarm under the terms of this Warranty, contact our Customer
Service line at 1-800-390-4321, Ext. 238, for current postage and handling fees.
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WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY CONTAINED HEREIN. NO IMPLIED WARRANTY ON
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DISCLAIMSANY LIABILITYAND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FORANY CONSEQUENTIAL
OR INCIDENTAL LOSS OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES
TO ANY EQUIPMENT WITH WHICH THIS PRODUCT IS USED.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
No agent, representative, dealer, or employee of the company has the authority to increase
or alter the obligations or terms of this Warranty.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
This Warranty is only valid for merchandise purchased from outlets in the United States
and Canada. This warranty expires upon end-of-service life signal.
*DISCLAIMER: WARRANTY IS NOTAPERFORMANCE CLAIM.