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• This heat alarm can only sound its alarm when it detects temperatures of 135
o
F or
greater. Heat alarms do not sense smoke, fire or gas. In some fires, hazardous
levels of toxic chemicals and smoke can build up before a heat alarm will operate.
Temperatures may not reach 135
o
F to activate the heat alarm quickly enough to
ensure safe escape.
• Heat alarms have limitations. This heat alarm is not foolproof and is not warranted
to protect lives or property. Heat alarms are not a substitute for insurance.
Homeowners and renters should insure their lives and property. In addition, it is
possible for the heat alarm to fail at any time.
HEAT ALARM PLACEMENT
Heat alarms give an audible warning when the temperature at the alarm reaches 135
o
F. Heat alarms are ideal for kitchens, garages, basements, boiler rooms, attics and
other areas where there are normally high levels of fumes, smoke or dust which are
also areas where smoke alarms should not be installed due to risk of false nuisance
alarms.
EXISTING HOMES
