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Owner's Instructions
Fire Safety
It is recommended that a fire safety audit be conducted
and an escape plan be developed.
Fire Safety Audit
1. Are all electrical appliances/equipment and outlets in
safe condition? Check for frayed cords, overloaded
lighting circuits, etc. If you are uncertain about the
condition of any electrical equipment or service, have
a professional evaluation performed.
2. Are all flammable liquids safely stored in closed con-
tainers, and in cool, well ventilated areas? Avoid
cleaning the unit with flammable liquids.
3. Are hazardous materials stored in safe locations?
4. Are furnaces and wood burning appliances properly
installed, clean, and in good working order? If in
doubt, have a professional evaluation.
Escape Planning
There is often very little time between the detection of a
fire and the time it becomes deadly. Because of this, it is
very important that an escape plan be developed and
rehearsed.
• Include all family members/employees when develop-
ing an escape plan.
• Study the possible escape routes from each location
within the home/building. Since many fires occur at
night, give special attention to the escape routes from
sleeping quarters (if applicable).
• It is essential that escape from a bedroom be possible
without opening the interior door.
Consider the following when making your escape plans:
• Ensure that doors and windows that open to the out-
side are easily opened. Ensure that they are not
painted shut and that the locking mechanisms oper-
ate smoothly.
• Develop rescue plans for children, the eldery and/or
handicapped persons if opening the exits or using the
exit is too difficult for them. This plan includes making
sure that those who are to perform the rescue can
promptly hear the fire warning signal.
• If the exit is above the ground level, provide an
approved fire ladder or rope, as well as training in its
use.
• Keep all exits clear. Be sure to remove snow from all
paths in the winter and remove objects that are block-
ing any of the exits.
• Have a predetermined assembly point where everyone
can be accounted for; for example, across the street
or in a parking lot.
• Once everyone is out of the home/building, call the
Fire Department.
• A good plan emphasizes a quick escape. Do not inves-
tigate first or attempt to fight the fire, and do not
attempt to rescue belongings or valuables as this
takes up time. Once outside, do not re-enter the pre-
mises; wait for the Fire Department.
• Write the plan down and rehearse it frequently so if
an emergency occurs, everyone will know what to do.
Revise the plan as conditions change; for example,
when there are more/fewer employees or if there are
changes to the home/building.
• Make sure your fire warning system is operational by
conducting weekly tests. If you are unsure about sys-
tem operation, contact your smoke detector installer
or dealer.
• DSC recommends that you contact your local Fire
Department and request further information on fire
safety and escape planning. If available, have your
local fire prevention officer conduct a fire safety
inspection.
Testing
DSC recommends regular testing of Smoke Detectors to
ensure correct operation. Contact your Installer or Dealer
for servicing and testing.
Maintenance
The smoke detector is designed to require minimum
maintenance. If the case becomes dusty, vacuum with a
small brush attachment. If the case is greasy, wipe the
case gently with a soft cloth slightly dampened with
soapy water.
Never disassemble the smoke detector; there are no
user serviceable parts inside the unit. Never paint
the unit. Paint may prevent smoke from entering
the unit. If you are planning renovations or repaint-
ing, contact your installer and ask that the unit be
temporarily removed until work is complete.
If the unit is located in an area where it is exposed to
high levels of dust or insects and causes false alarms, it
may require service; contact your smoke detector installer
or dealer.