710LS
713LS
PHOTOELECTRIC TYPE SMOKE ALARMS
AC POWERED, 120V, 60Hz
Installation Instructions - Owner's/User's Information Manual
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Under normal conditions, the light generated by the
INTRODUCTION
pulsing infrared LED is not seen by the light sensor, as it
The 713LS Smoke Alarm is a Photoelectric Type Alarm
for use as an evacuation device in residential applications,
while the 710LS is for use as an alert and relocate device.
Each alarm has a solid state piezo signal to warn and alert
the household to the presence of
is positioned out of the direct path of the light beam.
When smoke enters the sensing chamber, light from the
pulsing LED light source is reflected by the smoke
particles onto the photodiode light sensor. At the first
sighting of smoke, the alarm is put into a pre-alarm mode.
This is indicated by a rapidly flashing LED on the face of
the alarm. Once the light sensor confirms smoke for 2
consecutive pulses inside the chamber, the light sensor
produces the signal necessary to trigger the alarm.
This technique of verifying the smoke condition,
threatening smoke.
Your Photoelectric alarm is designed to detect the
smoke that results from an actual fire. Consequently, it is
uncommon for household smoke such as cigarette smoke
or normal cooking smoke to cause an alarm.
combined with a 5-to-1 signal-to-noise ratio, substantially
reduces the possibility of nuisance alarms.
HOW TO TELL IF YOUR SMOKE
ALARM IS WORKING PROPERLY
MODEL NO.
710LS* ...... 120 VAC Wall Mounted, Provided
With a 9 ft. Line Cord, Pulsating Horn
DESCRIPTION
·
Your alarm is provided with an alarm horn and pulsating
Light Emitting (indicator) Diode, which pulses every
15-30 seconds, and a green AC power on LED.
713LS ...... Same as 710LS but with a Temporal Horn
* This unit produces a non-temporal audible alarm and is therfore
not intended for locations where the desired action of the
occupant(s) is evacuation.
·
When turning the test knob on the alarm to TEST 1, the
red LED will rapidly flash, the horn will sound and the
strobe light will flash. If AC power fails, the green LED
will turn off.
NOTE: Loss of electrical input will cause the alarm not to
function. For maximum safety you should install both
battery operated and AC powered smoke alarms.
·
The test knob of your alarm simulates actual smoke
conditions.
FIRE PROTECTION PLAN
This Smoke Alarm can quickly alert you to the
presence of smoke-it cannot prevent fire. Please note that
there are hazards against which smoke detection may not
be effective, such as smoking in bed, explosions, when a
closed door separates the alarm from the source of the
smoke, etc. The ultimate responsibility for fire protection
rests solely on you.
1. To minimize fire hazards-avoid improper storage of
flammable liquids and don't leave small children home
alone.
2. Bedroom doors should be closed while sleeping if a
smoke alarm is installed in the bedroom. They act as
a barrier against heat and smoke.
HOW YOUR SMOKE
ALARM WORKS
The 710LS/713LS Smoke Alarm operates on the
photoelectric light scatter principle. The unit's sensing
chamber houses a light source and a light sensor.
The darkened sensing chamber is exposed to the
atmosphere and designed to permit optimum smoke entry
from any direction while rejecting light from outside the
alarm.
The light source is an infrared (invisible) LED which
pulses every 8 seconds. The light sensor is a photodiode
matched to the light frequency of the LED light source.
3. Establish an escape plan:
(a) Post a detailed floor plan depicting the chosen
escape routes.
(b) Each bedroom should have at least two escape
routes.
(c) Make sure your children know what to do in case
of fire and teach them to follow the escape plan
you have posted.
(d) Agree on an outside meeting place.
(e) Conduct fire drills at least twice a year.
(f) Be sure each member of the family is familiar
with the smoke alarm so they can react properly.
If the smoke alarm should sound:
1. Never waste time dressing or gathering valuables.
Follow the escape route and leave the house
immediately.
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alarm requirements for fire protection in buildings not
defined as "households."
Installing smoke alarms may make you eligible for
lower insurance rates, but smoke alarms are not a
substitute for insurance. Home owners and renters
should continue to insure their lives and property.
Are More Smoke Detectors Desirable? The required
number of smoke alarms may not provide reliable early
warning protection for those areas separated by a door
from the areas protected by the required smoke alarms.
For this reason, it is recommended that the householder
consider the use of additional smoke alarms for those
areas for increased protection. The additional areas
include: basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace room,
utility room and hallways not protected by the required
smoke alarms. The installation of smoke alarms in
kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or garages is not
normally recommended, as these locations
PLACEMENT OF SMOKE ALARMS
THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL FIRE
PROTECTION ASSOCIATION'S STANDARD 72 (National
Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy,
MA 02269).
occasionally experience conditions that can result in
improper operation.
For your information, the National Fire Protection
Association's Standard 72, reads as follows:
"Smoke detectors shall be installed outside of each
separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the
bedrooms and on each additional story of the family living
unit including basements and excluding crawl spaces and
unfinished attics. In new construction, a smoke detector
shall be installed in each sleeping room."
Where to Locate the Required Smoke Detectors in
Existing Construction: The major threat from fire in a
family living unit is at night when everyone is asleep. The
principal threat to persons in sleeping areas comes from
fires in the remainder of the unit; therefore, a smoke
alarm(s) is best located between the bedroom areas and
the rest of the unit. In units with only one bedroom area
on one floor, the smoke alarms should be located as
shown in Figure 1.
Figure 3: A SMOKE ALARM SHOULD BE LOCATED ON
EACH STORY.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATION
We recommend replacing your alarm(s) every ten
(10) years; why:
· Dust, dirt, and other environmental contaminants can
Figure 1: A SMOKE ALARM SHOULD BE LOCATED
BETWEEN THE SLEEPING AREA AND THE REST OF
THE FAMILY LIVING UNIT.
affect your alarm over a prolonged period.
· Fast changing industry consensus standards and codes
on all alarms make it advisable to periodically upgrade
your alarm to maximize life safety.
In family living units with more than one bedroom area or
with bedrooms on more than one floor, more than one
smoke alarm will be needed, as shown in Figure 2.
· Assurance that your smoke alarm needs are kept
abreast with the constantly improving electronic
technology.
· Smoke alarms are recognized as one of the lowest cost
ways to protect dwelling inhabitants against the danger
of fire(s). It makes good common sense to periodically
replace and update your smoke alarm that contributes
so much to life safety.
MOUNTING LOCATION
· Wall location-locate the top of the alarm at least 4
Figures 2: IN FAMILY LIVING UNITS WITH MORE THAN
ONE SLEEPING AREA, A SMOKE ALARM SHOULD BE
PROVIDED TO PROTECT EACH SLEEPING AREA IN
ADDITION TO ALARMS REQUIRED IN BEDROOMS.
inches and not more than 12 inches from the ceiling.
Observe alarm for proper top/bottom orientation (test
knob is near bottom of unit).
In addition to smoke alarms outside of the sleeping areas,
NFPA 72 requires the installation of a smoke alarm on
each additional story of the family living unit, including the
basement. These installations are shown in Figure 3.
The living area smoke alarms should be installed in the
living room or near the stairway to the upper level, or in
both locations. The basement smoke alarm should be
installed in close proximity to the stairway leading to the
floor above. When installed on an open joisted ceiling, the
alarm should be placed on the bottom of the joists. The
alarm should be positioned relative to the stairway so as
to intercept smoke coming from a fire in the basement
before the smoke enters the stairway.
Where to Locate the Required Smoke Alarms in New
Construction. All of the smoke alarms specified for
existing construction are required, and, in addition, a
smoke alarm is required in each bedroom.
Figure 4: RECOMMENDED SMOKE ALARM MOUNTING
LOCATIONS
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Near fluorescent light fixtures. Electrical "noise"
from nearby fluorescent light fixtures may cause a
nuisance alarm. Install alarms and fluorescent
lights on separate electrical circuits.
WHERE SMOKE ALARMS SHOULD
BE PUT IN MOBILE HOMES
In mobile homes built after about 1978 that were
designed and insulated to be energy-efficient, smoke
alarms should be installed as described in the section
above.
WARNING: Never disconnect an AC alarm to silence a
nuisance alarm. Open a window or fan the air around the
alarm to remove the smoke. The alarm will automatically
turn off when the smoke in the air is completely gone. Do
not stand close to the alarm. The sound produced by the
alarm is loud because it is designed to awaken you in an
emergency. Prolonged exposure to the horn at a close
distance may be harmful to your hearing.
MOUNTING: PLATE & ALARM
LINE CORD MODEL
710LS/713LS
In older mobile homes that have little or no insulation
compared to today's standards, uninsulated metal outside
walls and roofs can transfer heat and cold from outdoors,
making the air right next to them hotter or colder than the
rest of the inside air. These layers of hotter or colder air
can prevent smoke from reaching a smoke alarm.
Therefore, put smoke alarms in such units only on inside
walls, between 4 and 12 inches (10 and 30 cm) from the
ceiling. If you are not sure about the insulation level in
your mobile home, or if you notice that the walls or ceiling
are unusually hot or cold, put the alarm on an inside wall.
Minimum protection requires one alarm as close to the
sleeping area as possible. For better protection, put one
alarm in each room, but first read the "Locations to Avoid."
The 710LS/713LS is supplied
with a 9 foot line cord for
installation to a normal outlet
box.
For this type of installation:
1. Connect line cord to unit as
demonstrated in Figure 6.
2. Determine proper location
for alarm above a receptacle
that is NOT CONTROLLED
BY AN "ON-OFF" SWITCH.
3. If screw anchors are used,
drill a 3/16" hole and mount
bracket to wall.
LOCATIONS TO AVOID
Nuisance alarms are caused by placing alarms where
they will not operate properly. To avoid nuisance
alarms, do not place alarms:
·
In or near areas where combustion particles are
normally present such as kitchens; in garages
where there are particles of combustion in vehicle
exhausts; near furnaces, hot water heaters, or gas
space heaters. Install alarms at least 20 feet (6
meters) away from kitchens and other areas where
combustion particles are normally present.
4. Mount the alarm to the
bracket as illustrated in
Figure 7.
·
In air streams passing by kitchens. Figure 5 shows
5. Use the enclosed cord
retainer clamp as illustrated
in Figure 6 to insure the unit
how an alarm can be exposed to combustion particles
in normal air movement paths, and how to correct this
situation.
Figure 6
is not accidentally
disconnected.
Place the alarm up to the mounting plate, rotating it to
about 10:00 o'clock then rotate it clockwise to 12:00. It
should "snap-lock" firmly into place. Keep the alarm
parallel to the mounting plate so upper and lower tabs on
the plate seat into the alarm.
Figure 5
·
In damp or very humid areas, or next to bathrooms
with showers. The moisture in humid air can enter the
sensing chamber as water vapor, then cool and
condense into droplets that cause a nuisance alarm.
Install alarms at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
bathrooms.
Figure 7
·
In very cold or very hot environments, or in
unheated buildings or outdoor rooms, where the
temperature can go below or above the operating
range of the alarm. Temperature limits for proper
operation are 40° to 100°F (4.4° to 37.8°C).
IMPORTANT WARNING:
Failure to observe any of the conditions set forth may
cause system malfunction and damage to the alarm.
·
·
In very dusty or dirty areas. Dust and dirt can build
CHECKOUT &
TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Turn test knob to the NORMAL position and supply
house power to the alarm. The red indicator should
flash every 30 seconds, showing that the alarm is
operating properly.
up on the alarm's sensing chamber and can make it
overly sensitive, or block openings to the sensing
chamber and keep the alarm from sensing smoke.
Near fresh air inlets or returns or excessively
drafty areas. Air conditioners, heaters, fans, and
fresh air intakes and returns can drive smoke away
from smoke alarms, making the alarms less effective.
In dead air spaces at the top of a peaked roof or in
the corners between ceilings and walls. Dead air
may prevent smoke from reaching an alarm.
2. If red light is not flashing or the green LED is not on:
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·
a. Check the house current.
b. Check to see if the plug is in the outlet.
c. If the power and wiring check out, but the red light
does not flash, return the alarm to the
In insect-infested areas. If insects enter an alarm's
sensing chamber, they may cause a nuisance alarm.
Get rid of the bugs before installing alarms where
bugs are a problem.
manufacturer. See TO RETURN AN ALARM.
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NOTE: If the alarms are exceptionally dirty, you may wish
to first wipe off any excess dirt before washing alarm so as
not to dirty the wash water too quickly.
3.
Testing with the Test Knob:
a. Rotate the test knob counter-clockwise to the
TEST 1 position and wait up to 20 seconds for
the alarm to sound. If the alarm does not sound
after 20 seconds, return the alarm for service.
b. After successfully testing alarm, return test knob
to NORMAL (non-test) position and wait 20
seconds for the alarm to stop sounding.
c. To test alarm for high sensitivity, turn test knob
clockwise to test position 2. Alarm should
remain silent. Return knob back to the normal
position.
DO NOT open alarm for cleaning.
WARNING:
ONLY IVORY DISHWASHING LIQUID IS
TO BE USED. OTHER BRANDS ARE
NOT RECOMMENDED AND MAY CAUSE
YOUR ALARM TO MALFUNCTION.
5. Allow alarm to soak for approximately 10 minutes (longer if
extremely dirty). Then agitate for 5 or 10 seconds to flush
out any remaining dirt left inside alarm's housing.
6. Remove alarm from wash water and transfer directly to one
of the first rinse buckets containing clear water. Again, allow
alarm to become completely submerged, agitate once more
for 5 or 10 seconds to remove soap residue.
7. Finally, transfer alarm to your second and final rinse bucket,
repeating method found in Step 6, then remove alarm to a
clean dry area for a period of 48 hours to allow it to
thoroughly dry.
WARNING: SMOKE ALARMS ARE TO BE AIR DRIED ONLY.
DO NOT PLACE ALARM IN OVEN, MICROWAVE OR USE A
HOT AIR BLOWER TO ACCELERATE DRYING TIME. THIS
COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR SMOKE ALARM.
If your alarm sounds during this test it means the
alarm's sensitivity has become too high and may
cause false alarms.
IMPORTANT: IT IS RECOMMENDED TO CHANGE WASH AND
RINSE WATER AFTER FIVE (5) ALARMS. IF YOUR ALARMS
ARE EXTREMELY DIRTY, WATER SHOULD BE CHANGED
MORE FREQUENTLY.
This could mean your alarm is dirty and should be
cleaned as described in the maintenance
procedure below.
In the event you experience difficulty in the cleaning of your
smoke alarm or if you have any questions, please contact Gentex
Corporation or your local Gentex distributor.
If the alarm continues to alarm for TEST 2 position
following cleaning return it to Gentex for service.
To check for proper smoke entry into your alarm's
sensing chamber. Gentex recommends using the
Home Safeguard Smoke Detector spray.
This test should be performed once a year and
should be sprayed from a distance no closer than
12 inches from smoke alarm.
WARNING:
If the smoke alarm does not work properly, do not try and fix it
yourself. This will void your warranty. See "To Return an Alarm"
for instructions to return smoke alarms that do not operate
properly. DO NOT TRY TO FIX IT YOURSELF.
IMPORTANT: Gentex recommends alarm be tested a
minimum of once a week.
IMPORTANT: The test knob is not an electrical switch, nor is it
connected in any way to the alarm. Therefore, when you test
with the test knob, you are actually simulating a smoke condition
in the alarm, as well as testing the sensitivity of the photodiode
and the circuit between the photodiode and the alarm.
MAINTENANCE
After your alarm has been in operation for a period of time or
if it was installed prior to the completion of all building
construction, your alarm may have become more sensitive due to
dirt build-up in the alarm's optic sensing chamber which could
cause nuisance alarms or could cause activation from small
amounts of smoke build-up.
WARNING: Never use an open flame of any kind to test your
alarm. You may ignite and damage the alarm as well as your
home. The test feature of your alarm accurately simulates smoke
conditions and tests the alarm's functions as required by
Underwriters Laboratories.
WARNING: Do not cover, tape, or otherwise block the
openings of your smoke alarm. These openings are designed to
allow air to pass through your smoke alarm, thus sampling the air
around the alarm.
FAILURE TO REGULARLY CLEAN THIS SMOKE ALARM WILL
RESULT IN FALSE ALARMS. A BUILD UP OF DUST CREATES
AN OBSCURATION THAT SIMULATES SMOKE. THIS MEANS
THE UNIT WILL GO INTO ALARM WITHOUT A FIRE
CONDITION.
· If this should occur, following this simple washing
procedure will restore your smoke alarm back to its
original condition.
· For further information, regarding frequency of cleaning
TO RETURN AN ALARM
and testing, refer to NFPA 72, NFPA, Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.
Should you experience problems with your smoke alarm, proceed
as follows:
IMPORTANT: Failure to follow full cleaning instructions
could result in damage to this smoke alarm.
DO NOT remove all alarms at the same time for cleaning.
1. Unplug the electrical power cord to the alarm.
2. Twist the alarm counter-clockwise to remove it from its
mounting plate.
3. Select three (3) standard size wash buckets and fill them
each with one gallon of normal tap water (distilled or
de-ionized treated water is recommended as a final rinse if
water is extremely hard in your area).
4. Add 1/8 cup of Ivory dishwashing liquid to the first bucket of
water and allow it to mix thoroughly, then place one dirty
alarm into the soap water mixture until it becomes
completely covered or submerged.
1. Unplug the electrical power cord to the alarm.
2. Twist the alarm counter-clockwise to remove it from its
mounting plate.
3. Carefully pack (the manufacturer cannot be responsible for
consequential damage) and return to the manufacturer.
Include complete details as to exact nature of difficulties
being experienced and date of installation.
4. Return to: Gentex Corporation, 10985 Chicago Drive,
Zeeland, Michigan 49464. Prior to returning, call Gentex at
1-800-436-8391 to obtain a RMA Number from our return
department.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For a period of 12 months from the date of purchase, or a maximum of 18 months from
the date of manufacture, Gentex warrants to you, the original consumer purchaser, that
your Smoke Alarm will be free from defects in workmanship, materials, and construction
under normal use and service. If a defect in workmanship, materials, or construction
GENTEX WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DAMAGE, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE
SALE, USE, OR REPAIR OF THIS SMOKE ALARM. PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
should cause your Smoke Alarm to become inoperable within the warranty period, Gentex CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
will repair your Smoke Alarm or furnish you with a new or rebuilt replacement Smoke Alarm
without charge to you except for postage required to return the Smoke Alarm to us. Your
repaired or replacement Smoke Alarm will be returned to you free of charge and it will be
covered under this warranty for the balance of the warranty period.
If a defect in workmanship, materials, or construction should cause your Smoke Alarm
to become inoperable within the warranty period, you must return the Smoke Alarm to
Gentex postage prepaid. You must also pack the Smoke Alarm to minimize the risk of it
being damaged in transit. You must also enclose a return address. Smoke Alarms returned
for warranty service should be sent to: Gentex Corporation, 10985 Chicago Drive, Zeeland,
MI 49464.
This warranty is void if our inspection of your Smoke Alarm shows that the
damage or failure was caused by abuse, misuse, abnormal usage, faulty installation,
improper maintenance, or repairs other than those performed by us.
ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED UNDER ANY STATE LAW, INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
APPLY ONLY FOR THE WARRANTY PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE. PLEASE NOTE
THAT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
If we receive a Smoke Alarm in a damaged condition as the result of shipping, we will
notify you and you must file a claim with the Shipper.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
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GENTEX CORPORATION
10985 CHICAGO DRIVE, ZEELAND, MI 49464
550-0060-11
PHONE: 1-800-436-8391
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