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Safety instructions
• Do not paint over the smoke detector.
• Smoke detectors only recognise the smoke of a fire, not the flame itself.
• Smoke detectors do not extinguish a fire. In case of an alarm search for the
source of the fire and, if necessary call the fire brigade (also refer to
"Correct behaviour in case of fire" on Page 5).
• Do not use rechargeable batteries (accumulators) or power supply units as
the voltage supply source. They can cause malfunctions or a premature
failure of the device.
• The smoke detector generates a very loud and shrill sound which can
damage your hearing. Therefore stay at least 50 cm away from it during a
function test.
• The smoke detector only monitors a defined area around the mounting
site. Install a sufficient number of detectors to cover the entire living area
and to provide optimal protection.
• Persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs might not be woken up by
the signal sound.