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O NOT connect this smoke alarm to any other type of smoke alarm or auxiliary device. It is designed as
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w all local and national electrical and building codes for installation.
moke alarms. Do not install in non-residential buildings. And
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example, if a fire starts in a remote part of
, smoke may not
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e. The alarm sound is loud in order to
ber must hear the alarm’s warning sound and quickly
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escape.
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tion, we recommend that you install a smoke alarm in every room.
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At the top of the first-to-second floor stairway.
IMPORTANT!
a stand alone unit.
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.The Test button accurately tests all smoke alarm functions. Do not use any other test method. Test smoke
alarm weekly to ensure proper operation.
. DO NOT remove or disconnect battery to quiet unwanted alarms. This will remove your protection.
Open windows or fan the air around smoke alarm to silence it
. Observe and follo
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. This smoke alarm is designed to be used inside a single room only. In multi-room buildings, each
individual living unit should have its own s
this smoke alarm is not a substitute for a complete alarm system.
. Smoke may not reach the smoke alarm for many reasons. For
the home, on another level, in a chimney, wall, roof, or on the other side of a closed door
reach the smoke alarm in time to alert household members. A smoke alarm will not promptly detect a fire
except in the area or room in which it is installed.
. Smoke alarms may not alert every household member every tim
alert individuals to a potential danger. However, there may be limiting circumstances where a household
member may not hear the alarm (i.e. outdoor or indoor noise, sound sleepers, drug or alcohol usage, the
hard of hearing, etc.). If you suspect that this smoke alarm may not alert a household member, install and
maintain specialty smoke alarms. Household mem
respond to it to reduce the risk of damage, injury, or death that may result from fire. If a household
member is hearing impaired, install special smoke alarms with lights or vibrating devices to alert
occupants.
. Smoke alarms can only sound their alarms when they detect smoke. Smoke alarms detect combustion
particles in the air. They do not sense heat, flame, or gas. This smoke alarm is designed to give audible
warning of a developing fire. However, many fires are fast-burning, explosive, or intentional. Others are
caused by carelessness or safety hazards. Smoke may not reach the smoke alarm QUICKLY ENOUGH to
ensure safe
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. Smoke alarms have limitations. This smoke alarm is not foolproof and is not warranted to protect lives
or property from fire. Smoke alarms are not a substitute for insurance. Homeowners and renters are
responsible for insuring their own lives and property. In addition, it is possible for the smoke alarm to fail
at any time. For this reason, you must test the smoke alarm weekly and replace every 10 years.
ote:
For best protec
ECOMMENDED LOCATIONS FOR SMOKE ALARMS
stalling Smoke Alarms in Single-Family Residences
inimum coverage is one unit on every floor, in every sleeping area, or in every bedroom. For
coverage, Orientalert recommends you install units in all rooms, halls, storage areas, a
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More specifically, install Smoke Alarms:
On every level of your home, including finished attics.
Inside every bedroom, especially if people sleep with doors closed.
In the hall near every sleeping area. If your home has multiple sleeping areas, install a unit in each. If a hall
is over 12 meters (40feet) long, install an alarm at each end.