How to Replace Battery for First Alert Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector
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How to Replace Battery for First Alert Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm
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Identify the Issue: If your First Alert smoke and carbon monoxide alarm is beeping, it may indicate a low battery.
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Locate the Pin: On the side of the alarm, find a pin that allows you to open the battery compartment.
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Open the Battery Compartment: Press the pin to open the compartment and remove the old battery.
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Check Battery Terminals: Note the orientation of the battery terminals (positive and negative) inside the compartment.
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Insert the New Battery: Place the new battery in the correct orientation (positive on the left or right) and ensure it is securely inserted.
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Close the Compartment: Press the compartment closed until you hear a click, indicating the new battery is installed.
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Reset the Smoke Alarm: To reset the smoke alarm, press the test button for two to three seconds. This will trigger all alarms to beep, confirming the reset.
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Check for Continued Beeping: If the smoke alarm continues to beep after battery replacement, it may be expired.
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Check Expiry Date: Open the alarm and locate the manufacturing date on the back. For example, if the date is 2021 October, the alarm expires after 10 years, in this case, 2031 October.
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Contact Customer Service: If the alarm is not expired, contact First Alert customer service for a replacement unit if the alarm is malfunctioning.
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Receive and Replace: First Alert will send you a new alarm unit, which you can replace with the old one following the same steps.
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Completion: Once the new battery is installed or the alarm is replaced, your First Alert smoke and carbon monoxide alarm should be functioning properly.
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