South Metro Fire Rescue 9195 E. Mineral Ave Centennial, CO   80112 720-488-7164

by Carin Kirkegaard

BRK  Smoke Alarm Issue

Updated 5/2/06

STEP 1 – Identification

Confirm you have affected models: (all must apply)

• BRK Brands, Inc. hard-wired smoke alarms
  
  
• Model: 4120B or 4120SB
  
  
• Date: 1998 - October 2000

STEP 2 – Prevention

• Manufacturer recommends Eveready 522 (sold as “Energizer Max”) or Eveready 1222 (sold as “Eveready Heavy-Duty”) for optimal performance of the unit
  <limited supply of recommended batteries available for pick-up at Castle Pines Fire Station #36>
  
  
• Avoid Duracell batteries in these specific units
  
  
• Use caution when replacing batteries; wash hands after handling, do not touch eyes, do not replace these batteries when alone. Under no circumstances should a homeowner disable or completely disarm the entire system, terminating the electrical current from the circuit box to the units. 

STEP 3 – Report Issue

            If you have had any unusual behavior from these units, including intermittent chirping, unexplained alarms, battery explosions, expansions or overheating (typically involving Duracell batteries) contact the following agencies to file a report:

                     Consumer Product Safety Commission

                                          www.cpsc.gov (click on “report unsafe product”)

                                          1-800-638-5772

                     BRK Brands, Inc.

                                          1-800-323-9005

                                          (BRK has been replacing these units at no cost)

** Information provided by Amy Teddy, Public Education Specialist, South Metro Fire Rescue