Quell Q1400 User manual - page 4
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MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
Mobile homes built in the past five to seven years have been designed to be
energy efficient. Install smoke alarms as recommended above (refer to
RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS and Image 2A).
In mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present standards,
extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside to the inside
through poorly insulated walls and roof. This may create a thermal barrier
which can prevent the smoke from reaching an alarm mounted on the
ceiling. In such units, install the smoke alarm on an inside wall with the top
edge of the alarm at a minimum of 10cm (4") and a maximum of 30cm
(12") below the ceiling (see Image 2A).
If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home, or if you
notice that the outer walls and ceiling are either hot or cold, install the
alarm on an inside wall. For minimum protection, install at least one alarm
close to the bedrooms. For additional protection, see SINGLE FLOOR PLAN in
Image 1A.
WARNING: TEST YOUR SMOKE ALARM OPERATION AFTER CARAVAN OR
MOBILE HOME VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE, BEFORE EACH TRIP AND
AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK DURING USE.
2.LOCATIONS TO AVOID
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Do not install within 0.9 m (3 ft) of the following: The door to a kitchen, or a
bathroom that contains a tub or shower, forced air supply ducts used for heating
or cooling, ceiling or whole house ventilating fans, or other high air-flow areas.
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Do not place the alarm where curtains or other objects will block the sensor.
Smoke must be able to reach the sensor to accurately detect conditions.
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Install at least 30 cm (12 in) away from fluorescent lights as electronic noise may
cause nuisance alarms.
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Keep out of insect infested areas. Avoid excessively dusty, dirty or greasy areas.
Dust particles may cause nuisance alarms or failure to alarm.
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Extreme temperatures may effect the sensitivity of the alarm. Do not install in
areas where the temperature is colder than 5°C or hotter than 45°C, such as
garages and unfinished attics.
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Do not install in areas where the relative humidity (RH) is greater than 85%. Very
humid areas, with moisture or steam, can cause nuisance alarms.
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Avoid placing smoke alarms in kitchen areas. Normal cooking may cause
nuisance alarms. If a kitchen alarm is desired, it should have an alarm silencer
feature or be a photoelectric type.
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Do not place in the garage. Particles of combustion are present when you start
your automobile.
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Smoke alarms are not to be used with detector guards unless the combination
(alarm and guard) has been evaluated and found suitable for that purpose.
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In dead air spaces such as the peak of an “A” frame ceiling. “Dead Air” at the
top may prevent smoke from reaching the alarm in time to provide early
warning. Refer to images 2A and 2B.
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