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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
– Linked smoke detectors have a communication range of up to 40 m.
– Smoke detectors respond to smoke, not heat, gas or fire.
– Only test the smoke detector with the TEST–button or use a commercially available
test spray. Under no circumstances should you use other materials to generate
smoke for testing, since these can be harmful to your health and cause damage to
the smoke detector.
– Cigarette smoke does not normally trigger the smoke detector, except when
present in very large amounts and blown directly into the detector' sensors.
– Use high-quality batteries, not rechargeable batteries.
– Do not paint the detector and do not cover the openings for the siren.
Principles of an escape plan
Draw up a plan which shows all doors, windows and at least two escape routes from each
room. Rooms on upper floors may require a rope or ladder for this purpose. Discuss the
escape routes and what needs to be done in the case of fire with your family. Select a
meeting place outside of the house in case of fire. Familiarise all members of the house–
hold with the alarm system and ensure that everybody understands that is necessary to
leave the house as soon as the alarm is heard. Identify children's rooms with a red label
on the upper left corner of the window pane. These labels are available at your local fire
department. Practise the fire alarm drill at least once every 6 months. Such exercises
help test the escape routes used in the event of an emergency. As it is possible that in
the case of a fire you will not be able to reach your children, it is important they under–
stand what they have to do.
What to do when the alarm is triggered?
Leave the house by the escape routes. Every second counts, so do not waste time getting
dressed or taking valuables with you. When leaving the house, before you open any door
feel its surface. If the surface is hot or if you see smoke streaming in under the door, then
do not open the door! Instead, use an alternate escape route. If the surface is cool then
press your shoulder against it and open the door slightly, while remaining prepared to
close it again in case heat and smoke come in. If smoke is in the room stay close to the
floor. If possible, use a damp towel to breathe through. As soon as you are outside, go
immediately to the meeting place. Check that all persons are present. A list of people can
help in this regard. Then call the fire department using your mobile phone or a phone at
your neighbours. Do not return to the building until the fire department gives you permis–
sion to do so.
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