Locations To Avoid - Kidde P3010CUCA User Manual

4. Locations to Avoid

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Do not install within 0.9 m (3') 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 drapes or other objects will block
the sensor. Smoke must be able to reach the sensor to accurately
detect conditions.
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Do not install in peaks of vaulted ceilings. In this area install as
shown in images 2B and 2C.
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Install at least 30.5 cm (12") 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 affect the sensitivity of the alarm.
Do not install in areas where the temperature is colder than
4.4°C (40°F) or hotter than 37.8°C (100°F), such as garages and
unfinished attics.
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Do not install in areas where the relative humidity (RH) is greater
than 95%. Very humid areas, with moisture or steam, can cause
nuisance alarms.
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Normal cooking may cause nuisance alarms. If a kitchen alarm
is desired, it should have an alarm silence feature or be a
photoelectric type.
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Do not place in the garage. Particles of combustion and CO 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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Do not install within 5 ft of heating or cooking appliances.