Quell Q1300 Owner's Manual - page 10
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8. Useful Hints
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Smoke alarms can
only operate correctly if smoke particles reach
the unit.
Correct selection/siting and installation are covered in the
installers manual.
•
With the exception of garages/kitchens/bathrooms
it is recommended
that smoke alarms are fitted in every room
and outside all sleeping
areas.
A professional electrician should be employed for all mains powered
(hard wired) alarms.
•
If you are
redecorating
your home, paint fumes can contaminate the
alarm –
temporarily
cover the unit with a plastic bag (during this time
the alarm will not function).
Never paint the alarm.
Only remove the bag when the paint is thoroughly dry.
If you
extend your property
, review your alarm requirements.
•
Smoke alarms
should be replaced every 10 years
or sooner.
•
These products are designed for
domestically scaled premises.
9. Limitations of Smoke Alarms
Warning!
Smoke alarms are devices that can provide early warning of
possible fires; however, alarms have sensing limitations.
Ionisation sensing alarms may detect invisible fire particles (associated with
fast flaming fires) sooner than photoelectric alarms.
Photoelectric sensing alarms may detect visible fire particles (associated with
slow smouldering fires) sooner than ionisation alarms.
Home fires develop in different ways and are often unpredictable. For
maximum protection, Chubb recommends that both Ionisation and
Photoelectric alarms be installed.
Loose batteries, where fitted must be of the specified type, in good condition
and installed properly.
AC only powered alarms will not operate if AC power has been cut off such
as by an electrical fire, an open fuse or loss of mains supply.
All alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the alarm
circuits are in good operating condition.
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