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Owners Instructions
Fire Safety In The Home
Most fires occur in the home, and to minimize this danger, it is
recommended that a household fire safety audit be conducted
and a family escape plan be developed.
Household Fire Safety Audit
1. Are all electrical appliances and outlets in safe condition?
Check for frayed cords, overloaded lighting circuits, etc. If
you are uncertain about the condition of your electrical
appliances or household service, have a professional evalua-
tion.
2. Are all flammable liquids safely stored in closed containers,
and in a cool and well ventilated area? Cleaning the unit
with flammable liquids should be avoided.
3. Are hazardous materials such as matches out of the reach
of children?
4. Are furnaces and wood burning appliances properly
installed, clean, and in good working order? If in doubt,
have a professional evaluation.
Family 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 impor-
tant that a family escape plan be developed and rehearsed.
• Every family member should participate in developing the
escape plan.
• Study the possible escape routes from each location within
the house. Since many fires occur at night, special attention
should be given to the escape routes from sleeping quarters.
• It is essential that escape from a bedroom be possible without
opening the interior door. Consider the following when mak-
ing your escape plans:
• Ensure that doors and windows that open to the outside are
easily opened. Ensure that they are not painted shut and that
the locking mechanisms operate smoothly.
• If opening or using the exit is too difficult for children, the eld-
erly or handicapped, plans for their rescue should be devel-
oped. 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, an approved fire ladder or
rope should be provided, as well as training in its use.
• Exits on the ground level should be kept clear. Be sure to
remove snow from exterior patio doors in the winter and that
outdoor furniture or equipment does not block exits.
• The family should have a predetermined assembly point
where everyone can be accounted for; for example, across
the street or at a neighbor's house.
• Once everyone is out of the house, call the Fire Department.
• A good plan emphasizes a quick escape. Do not investigate
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 house; wait for the Fire Department.
• Write the plan down and rehearse it frequently so that should
an emergency ever arise, everyone will know what to do.
Revise the plan as conditions change; for example, when
there are more or fewer family members in the home or if
there are changes to the house.
• Make sure your fire warning system is operational by con-
ducting weekly tests. If you are unsure about system opera-
tion, contact your smoke detector installer or dealer.
• DSC recommends that you contact your local Fire Department
and request further information on home fire safety and
escape planning. If available, have your local fire prevention
officer conduct an in-house fire safety inspection.
Testing Your Smoke Detector
Follow the test procedure described here or contact your
smoke detector dealer or installer for testing instructions.
DSC recommends that you test the entire alarm system
at least once a week to verify the operation of all system
functions.
Smoke Detector Unit Test
Initiate test by pressing the test button for 5 seconds (min.), the
sounder makes clicking noises during this time. Press the button
until the unit alarm sounds, an alarm should be sent to the con-
trol panel. When the button is released, the alarm should cease.
If this does not occur, ensure batteries are the correct type, in
good condition and are installed correctly (see 3. Install Batter-
ies in the Installation Instructions section).
Upon completing the functional testing of the smoke detector,
check the unit's sensing chamber to ensure proper operation. To
test the sensing chamber, wave a lit cotton wick or punk stick
around the outside of the unit until a generous amount of
smoke enters the sensing chamber or the unit alarms. If the
smoke detector does not function properly, call your smoke
detector installer or dealer for service.
Owners Maintenance
The smoke detector is designed to require minimum mainte-
nance. 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. You may only
remove detector from backplate to replace batteries if
not serviced by installer.
CAUTION:
This
product
improper handling may result in a HEAT, EXPLOSION
or FIRE causing personal injury. DO NOT recharge bat-
teries. Follow the battery manufacturer's safety
instructions. Dispose of used batteries in accordance
with the regulations in your area.
Never paint the unit. Paint may prevent smoke from
entering the unit. If you are planning renovations or
repainting, 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.
Testing and maintenance procedures shall be in accordance
with CAN/ULC-S552-02.
uses
lithium
batteries,