Firex FADCQ

SMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
MODEL FADCQ
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL
Installer: Please leave this manual with the product
110-1050
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of this Firex Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide
Alarm. It is an important investment in your family’s safety and a key component of your home
protection/security system. Please read this booklet thoroughly. The more familiar you are with
the information it contains, the easier you will find it to install, operate, and maintain your smoke
and carbon monoxide alarm properly. This ultimately means greater security and
peace of mind for you and your family.
2002 INVENSYS CLIMATE CONTROLS AMERICAS
The ionization type alarms are generally more effective at detecting fast, flaming fires
that consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires
may include paper burning in a waste container or a grease fire in the kitchen.
The photoelectric type alarms are generally more effective at detecting slow,
smoldering fires that smolder for hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these
fires may include cigarettes burning in couches or bedding.

Firex FADCQ Specifications

General

Brand	Firex
Model	FADCQ
Category	Smoke Alarm
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Information

The Dangers of Fire

The Dangers of CO

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a Toxic Gas

Details the severe health risks and fatalities associated with carbon monoxide poisoning.

Where to Install This Alarm

Choose Appropriate Locations

II. HOW TO INSTALL THIS SMOKECO ALARM

Installation for Battery (DC) Operation Only

Interconnecting Two Battery (DC) Only Alarms

Installation For AC With Battery Back-up

Interconnecting AC Only and ACDC (With Battery Back-up) Alarms

Installing ACDC Combination Alarms as Replacements with Existing Interconnected Firex Alarms

III. IF THE ALARM SOUNDS

If Your Smoke Alarm Sounds

Instructs users on immediate actions to take when the smoke alarm is activated.

If Your CO Alarm Sounds

Provides critical steps for responding to a carbon monoxide alarm activation.

POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CO IN YOUR HOME

Quick Quiet False Alarm Control and Smart Quiet

IV: UNDERSTANDING THE INDICATOR LIGHTS

Understanding the Alarm LEDs and Horn Patterns

V. TESTING AND MAINTENANCE

Testing

Battery Replacement

VI. TROUBLESHOOTING THE SMOKECO ALARM

VII: IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Fire Safety Tips

CO Home Safety Tips

Provides essential advice for preventing carbon monoxide hazards in the home.

What to Do in Case of a Fire

Outlines crucial steps to take during a fire emergency for safe evacuation and response.

Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Conditions That Can Cause CO Levels to Change

Important Information About This SmokeCO Alarm

Required Power Supply

Details the necessary AC and battery power requirements for the smoke/CO alarm.

InstallationInterconnect

Outlines requirements for installing and interconnecting the alarm with other devices.

VIII: AGENCY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ALARM PLACEMENT

Important Smoke Alarm Placement and Exception Information

For Optimal Performance, Avoid Installing Smoke Alarms in the Following Locations:

About Locating CO Alarms