User's Manual
smoke alarm must be returned for servicing or replacement. Contamination is beyond
our control; it is totally unpredictable and is considered normal wear and tear. For this
reason, contamination is not covered by the warranty and a charge is made for all such
servicing work.
End of life
The entire smoke alarm must be replaced if:
The unit is installed for over 10 years (check the “replace by” date marked on the side
of the unit).
Before the smoke alarm is safely discarded, remove it from the mounting plate, and
disconnect the battery.
Do not put the smoke alarm into a re
The smoke alarm should be disposed in a safe and environmentally sound manner at
your local recycle centre. Contact your local authority for further advice.
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Fire safety advice
When using household protective devices, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including those listed below.
Please read all instructions.
Rehearse emergency escape plans so everyone at home knows what to do in case
the alarm sounds.
Use the smoke alarm test button to familiarize your family with the alarm sound and
to practice re drills regularly with all family members. Draw up a oor plan that will
show each member at least 2 escape routes from each room in the house. Children
tend to hide when they don’t know what to do. Teach children how to escape, open
windows, and use roll up re ladders and stools without adult help. Make sure they
know what to do if the alarm goes o.
Constant exposures to high or low temperatures or high humidity may reduce battery life.
Nuisance alarms can be quickly silenced by fanning vigorously with a newspaper or
similar to remove the smoke or press the test/hush button.
Do not attempt to remove, recharge or burn the battery, as it may explode.
If it is necessary to remove the battery for separate disposal, handle carefully to avoid
possible eye damage or skin irritation if battery has leaked or corroded.
To maintain sensitivity to smoke, do not paint or cover the smoke alarm in any man-
ner; do not permit any accumulation of cobwebs, dust or grease.
If the smoke alarm has been damaged in any way or does not function properly, do not
attempt a repair. Get your smoke alarm serviced, see the Service and support section.