First Alert FG250B

First Alert BRK FG250B Dual Ionization Smoke Alarm User Manual

Model: FG250B

Indledning

This manual provides essential information for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of your First Alert BRK FG250B Dual Ionization Smoke Alarm. This single station smoke alarm is designed for residential and institutional applications, including sleeping rooms in various dwellings. It is tested and complies with UL217, CSFM, NFPA 72, and NFPA 101 standards.

Vigtige sikkerhedsoplysninger

Please read and understand all instructions before installing and operating your smoke alarm. Keep this manual for future reference.

Pakkens indhold

Opsætning og installation

1. Batteriinstallation

  1. Open the hinged cover of the smoke alarm.
  2. Connect the 9-Volt battery to the battery connector. Ensure correct polarity.
  3. Insert the battery into its compartment. The cover is designed to resist closing if the battery is missing or incorrectly installed.
  4. Close the hinged cover.

2. Mounting the Smoke Alarm

The FG250B can be mounted on a wall or ceiling. Refer to local building codes and NFPA 72 for optimal placement. Avoid mounting near vents, windows, or areas with high humidity.

  1. Choose a suitable location, typically in hallways, near sleeping areas, and on every level of the home.
  2. Use the provided mounting anchors and screws to securely attach the alarm to the wall or ceiling.
  3. Ensure the alarm is firmly attached and does not wobble.
First Alert BRK FG250B Smoke Alarm

Billede 1: Front view of the First Alert BRK FG250B Dual Ionization Smoke Alarm. The alarm is white with a central "TEST/SILENCE" button and ventilation grilles. The text "DO NOT PAINT" is visible on the side.

First Alert BRK FG250B Smoke Alarm Dimensions

Billede 2: Top-down view of the First Alert BRK FG250B Smoke Alarm showing its dimensions. The alarm measures approximately 4.5 inches in diameter.

Betjeningsvejledning

Normal drift

Once the battery is installed and the unit is mounted, the smoke alarm is operational. A red LED light will flash periodically (approximately once every 30-60 seconds) to indicate that the unit is receiving power and functioning correctly.

Test af alarmen

Test your smoke alarm weekly to ensure it is working properly.

  1. Press and hold the "TEST/SILENCE" button located on the center of the alarm.
  2. Alarmen vil udløse et højt, pulserende horn.
  3. Release the button. The alarm sound should stop immediately.
  4. Hvis alarmen ikke lyder, skal du se afsnittet Fejlfinding.

Stilhed funktion

The silence feature can temporarily quiet nuisance alarms (e.g., from cooking smoke).

  1. If a nuisance alarm sounds, press the "TEST/SILENCE" button.
  2. The alarm will silence for approximately several minutes.
  3. The red LED will continue to flash rapidly during the silence period.
  4. If the smoke condition persists, the alarm will reactivate after the silence period ends.

Opretholdelse

Udskiftning af batteri

The smoke alarm will "chirp" approximately once per minute when the 9-Volt battery needs to be replaced. This low battery warning will continue for up to 7 days.

  1. Open the hinged cover of the smoke alarm.
  2. Disconnect the old 9-Volt battery from its connector and remove it.
  3. Connect a new 9-Volt alkaline battery to the connector, ensuring correct polarity.
  4. Insert the new battery into the compartment and close the cover.
  5. Test the alarm after replacing the battery (refer to "Testing the Alarm" section).

Rengøring af din røgalarm

Clean your smoke alarm at least once a year to remove dust and debris. Use a soft brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner to gently vacuum the exterior of the alarm, especially around the sensing chamber openings. Do not use cleaning solvents or spray directly onto the alarm.

Fejlfinding

ProblemMulig årsagLøsning
Alarm "chirps" once a minute.Lavt batteri.Replace the 9-Volt battery immediately.
Alarmen lyder ofte uden røg.Nuisance alarm (cooking smoke, steam, high humidity, dust).Press the "TEST/SILENCE" button. Ventilate the area. Clean the alarm if dusty. Relocate if consistently triggered by non-fire sources.
Alarmen lyder ikke under testen.Dead or improperly installed battery; unit malfunction.Check battery installation and replace if necessary. If problem persists, replace the alarm.
Rød LED blinker ikke.Ingen strøm- eller enhedfejl.Check battery installation. Replace battery. If still not flashing, replace the alarm.

Specifikationer

FeatureDetalje
ModelnummerFG250B
SensortypeDual Ionization
Strømkilde9-Volt Battery (included)
Alarmens lydniveau85 dB ved 10 fod
Dimensioner4.25 x 4.25 x 1.6 tommer
Varens vægt3.2 ounce
FarveHvid
GodkendelserUL217, CSFM, NFPA 72, NFPA 101
RV UseGodkendt

Garantioplysninger

This First Alert BRK FG250B Dual Ionization Smoke Alarm comes with a 10 års begrænset garanti. For detailed warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official First Alert webwebsted.

Support og kontakt

For technical assistance, troubleshooting not covered in this manual, or warranty claims, please contact First Alert customer support. Refer to the product packaging or the official First Alert webhjemmeside for de seneste kontaktoplysninger.

Webwebsted: www.firstalert.com