Introduction of Usielectric Smoke & Fire Alarm 5304L

The Usielectric Smoke & Fire Alarm 5304L is a state-of-the-art device designed to provide early warning in the event of a fire, allowing you and your loved ones to escape safely. This innovative alarm features advanced photoelectric sensing technology, a 10-year sealed battery, and a sleek, modern design. The estimated price of the 5304L is $49.99, making it an affordable option for homeowners who value safety and reliability.

Detailed Specifications

The Usielectric Smoke & Fire Alarm 5304L boasts several key features that make it a top choice for home safety:

• Advanced photoelectric sensing technology for early detection of smoke and fire
• 10-year sealed battery, eliminating the need for frequent battery changes
• Easy-to-use silence/test button
• LED indicator for power and alarm status
• End-of-life signal, indicating when it's time to replace the alarm
• Interconnectable with up to 18 compatible devices
• UL certified for safety and reliability
• Modern, low-profile design
• Single-button hush feature to reduce nuisance alarms
• Louder 85 dB alarm for heightened awareness

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 mounting on an inside partition is preferred to avoid the thermal barrier that may form at the ceiling.

• When mounting smoke alarm on a wall, if local codes allow, use an inside wall with the top edge of the smoke alarm a maximum of 12″ (30.5cm) below the ceiling/wall intersections (See Diagram A).

Instructions of Usielectric Smoke & Fire Alarm 5304L

Existing Homes
The NFPA requires 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 NFPA requires AC-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.

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.

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.

• in extremely dusty, dirty or insect-infested areas. Loose particles interfere with smoke alarm operation.

• in areas where temperature may fall below 40 0 F (4.4 0 C) or rise above 100 0 F (37.8 0 C).

• closer than 1 foot (0.3m) from fluorescent lights, electrical “noise” and flickering may affect the alarm’s operation.

• closer than 3 feet (0.9m) horizontal path from the tip of the blade of a ceiling suspended (paddle) fan.

• on a poorly insulated ceiling or exterior wall (mount smoke alarm on an inside wall).

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, 120V AC 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 Electrical 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.

• The alarm deactivation key will not be used for this model.

• Remove the mounting bracket from the back of the alarm by holding the mounting bracket and twisting the alarm in the direction indicated by the “TWIST TO REMOVE” arrow on the side of the 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 activated the battery, mounted the smoke alarm to the bracket and tested the smoke alarm. Refer to OPERATION, 

1. Detach the breakaway alarm locking pin from the mounting bracket.
    

   

2. Insert the pin into the hole for the feature you are activating. Refer to the diagram below for correct placement.

TO DEACTIVATE THE LOCKING FEATURES
To remove the smoke alarm for cleaning or servicing or to replace the battery, you must first remove the appropriate locking pin, if it has been installed.

1. Turn off AC 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 of Usielectric Smoke & Fire Alarm 5304L

1. The appropriate power supply is 120 Volt single phase power supplied from a nonswitch able circuit NOT protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter.

   • Turn off AC power to the circuit before wiring the smoke alarm.

   • There are three pigtail wires (black, white and yellow) coming from the AC QUICK CONNECTOR. The proper wire connection is as follows:

2. WIRES FROM QUICK CONNECTOR CONNECT TO:

   • BLACK "HOT" side of AC line

   • WHITE "NEUTRAL" side of AC line

   • YELLOW Interconnect wires of other smoke alarms

CAUTION! 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.

INTRCONNECTION & COMPATIBILITY

Interconnected alarms can provide earlier warning than stand-alone alarms, especially if a hazard is present in a remote area of the dwelling. When alarms are interconnected, all alarms will sound when the initiating alarm sounds, providing more time to escape safely. 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 brand model smoke alarms or combination smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms or smoke and carbon monoxide/natural gas alarms; 6 other initiating alarms which may be a combination of USI Electric or Universal brand CO alarms and heat alarms; and 6 other non-initiating devices such as USI Electric brand relays.
This alarm can be interconnected with the following compatible alarms: 

MDSCN111, MICN109, MCN108, SS-2895, USI-1103, USI-1204, USI-1208, USI-1209, USI-5204, USI-3204, USI-7795, 5304, MI106, MDS107, MP117, USI-2430, USI-960, MI106S, MIC1509S, MPC122S, MP116S, SLW127, AMIC1510S, AMI1061S.

• When any one of these interconnected models goes into alarm, it will trigger the corresponding alarm within the interconnected system with respect to their sensing capabilities.

• Interconnected CO alarms, or the CO alarm circuit of combination smoke, CO and natural gas alarms, will only respond if a CO alarm event initiates the alarm. All other alarms remain silent.

• Interconnected combination CO and natural gas alarms will only respond if a natural gas event initiated the alarm. All other alarms remain silent. Natural gas detection is only present in models MDSCN111, MICN109, MCN108; therefore, a natural gas alarm will NOT trigger the alarm of non-natural gas sensing models within an interconnected system.

The following alarms can trigger Quick Find® Alarm Origination, but will not indicate Alarm Origination on an interconnected system:
USI-1103, USI-1204, USI-1208, USI-1209, USI-1213, USI-5204, USI-3204, USI-2430, USI-7795.
The following alarms cannot be reset through an interconnected system because they do not have Quick Find Alarm Origination: 
USI-1103, USI-1204, USI-1208, USI-1209, USI-5204, USI-3204, USI-2430, USI-7795.
Interconnected smoke alarms, heat alarms and relays will only respond if a smoke alarm event or heat alarm event initiates the alarm. All CO and natural gas alarms remain silent.
NOTE: Alarms without battery backup will not respond during an AC power failure.
NOTE: The relay, model USI-960, will not respond if a CO or natural gas alarm event initiates the alarm.

The yellow wire is used only for interconnect (multiple station operations) USI Electric or Universal model alarms. Connecting this yellow wire to any other circuits may result in damage and alarm malfunction. All interconnect alarms must be powered from a single circuit.
If local codes do not specify, be sure the neutral wire is common to all alarms. 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. This wire is commonly available at most electrical supply and hardware stores. The resistance of the interconnect wiring shall be a maximum of 10 Ohms.
The alarm wiring shall be in accordance with the provisions of Articles 210 and 300.3(B) of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. According to the NFPA 72 / Ed. 2013; paragraph 29.6.3 Household Fire Alarm Systems /AC Primary Power Source: “AC primary (main) power shall be supplied either from a dedicated branch circuit or the un-switched portion of a branch circuit also used for power and lighting.”.

1. Attach the mounting bracket to the electrical junction box.

2. To activate 9 volt battery and alarm, hold the Quick Draw (R) battery drawer closed, pull and remove the pull-tab. Confirm that the entire pull-tab has been completely removed. Discard pull-tab.

3. Plug the AC quick connector into the alarm base. Push and twist the alarm clockwise onto the mounting bracket.

4. See “Optional Tamper Resistant Features” and “To Activate the Locking Features”.

5. 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.

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 NFPA recognized 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
  The red LED blinks on once approx. every 40-45 seconds to indicate the alarm is properly functioning.

• LOCAL ORIGINATING ALARM CONDITION
  The red LED blinks on approx. every 2 seconds and the alarm emits a loud, pulsating alarm sound.

• NON-ORIGINATING ALARM CONDITION
  The red LED is off and the alarm emits a loud, 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. 

  • NOTE: It is best to “reset” the alarms before initial test is performed. See RESET procedures below.

• TESTING
  Test by pushing the Test button on the smoke alarm cover until the alarm sounds, then release. The alarm sounds if all electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working. If no alarm sounds, the alarm may have a power supply failure. Test the smoke alarm weekly to assure proper operation.

• ALARM ORIGINATION
  Patented Quick Find® Alarm Origination—In an interconnected system consisting of any of these models: MI106S, MIC1509S, MPC122S, MP116S, 5304, MI106, MDS107, MCN108, MICN109, MDSCN111, MP117, it may be difficult to determine which alarm initiated the alarms to sound during an alarm event. This Quick Find feature will immediately allow you to locate the originating alarm once the alarms have stopped sounding.

• RESET: To reset the QUICK FIND ® Alarm Origination condition, press and hold the Test button on any alarm for at least 10 seconds and then release. Reset after each alarm. The reset feature will reset all interconnected units.

WARNING!
NEVER use an open flame of any kind to test this smoke alarm. You might accidentally damage 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

The sensitivity indicating means for this Smoke and Fire Alarm is the use of the analyzer for Smoke Detectors Model 501-A or 501-A/Bat Aerosol Generator Manufactured by Gemini Scientific Corp., 1122-B Aster Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086. 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 smoke alarm testers. The instructions for use are printed on the canister. Home Safeguard, Model 25S.
CAUTION! 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 Feature is activated by pushing and releasing the Silence button on the smoke alarm cover while in alarm condition. The smoke alarm will automatically reduce sensitivity and the red LED will blink on approx. every 10 seconds to indicate the alarm is in the Silence mode. The smoke alarm will gradually regain normal sensitivity and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present. The Silence 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 the Test 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 if AC 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 operate at approx. 40 second intervals for a minimum of 7 days. 

• When this indication occurs, 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.

• LITHIUM Battery Models only – The LITHIUM battery is warranted to last for 10 years under normal operating conditions. Replace the battery with only LITHIUM type: (ULTRALIFE: U9VL-J or Ultralife U9VL-J-P).

• 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 battery drawer open and remove the battery. While observing polarity, push the replacement battery into the battery drawer until it is held securely in place. Carefully close the battery drawer and reinstall the tamper pin. Test the smoke alarm by pushing the TEST button on the smoke alarm cover until the alarm sounds, then release.

REPAIRS AND SERVICES

This smoke alarm contains less than 1 microcurie (37 kilobecquerel) of Americium 241, a radioactive material. The distribution of these ionization-type smoke alarms is licensed by the U.S. Nuclear
Regulatory Commission; the consumer is exempt from any licensing or requirements. 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.

DEVELOP AND PRACTICE A PLAN OF ESCAPE

BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN

• 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.

• Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of fire.

• Determine a place outside your home where all of you can meet if a fire occurs.

• Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and train them to leave your home when they hear the sound.

• Identify children’s bedrooms with red stickers placed in the upper left corner of the windows. They are available from your local fire department.

• 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

• Leave immediately by your plan of escape. Every second counts, so don’t waste time getting dressed or picking up valuables.

• In leaving, don’t open any inside door without first feeling its surface. If hot, or if you see smoke seeping through cracks, don’t open that door! Instead, use your alternate exit. If inside door is cool, place your shoulder against it, open it slightly and be ready to slam it shut if heat and smoke rush in.

• Stay close to the floor if air is smoky. Breathe shallowly through a cloth, wet if possible.

• Once outside, go to your selected meeting place and make sure everyone is there.

• Call the fire department from your neighbor’s home – not from yours!

• Don’t return to your home until fire officials say that it is all right to do so.

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.

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION REQUIRED INFORMATION

For your information, the National Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72, reads as follows: “29.8.1 *Required Detection – Where required by applicable laws, codes, or standards for a specific type of occupancy, approved single and multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed as follows:

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”

Detailed Description

The Usielectric Smoke & Fire Alarm 5304L offers superior fire and smoke detection with its advanced photoelectric sensing technology. This technology is designed to detect smoke from smoldering fires earlier than traditional ionization alarms. The 10-year sealed battery ensures long-lasting power, while the easy-to-use silence/test button allows for quick testing and silencing of nuisance alarms. The LED indicator provides clear visual cues for power and alarm status, and the end-of-life signal ensures you know when it's time to replace the alarm. The 5304L is interconnectable with up to 18 compatible devices, providing whole-home protection. Its modern, low-profile design blends seamlessly with any home decor.

PRODUCT TEN-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

MODELS 5304, 5304L

USI Electric, Inc. /Universal Security Instruments, Inc. (“USI”) warrants this 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. 

Customer Reviews and Common Complaints

Customers rave about the Usielectric Smoke & Fire Alarm 5304L's ease of installation, reliability, and sleek design. The 10-year sealed battery has been praised for eliminating the need for frequent battery changes. However, some users have reported nuisance alarms when cooking or using aerosol sprays near the device.