Develop And Practice A Plan Of Escape - Universal Security Instruments MIB3050S Manual

Deactivation of the alarm is permanent.
Do not attempt to open the alarm for any reason.
Place this alarm into shut-down mode at the end of its useful service life. Once the smoke alarm
has entered end-of-service-life mode, it is necessary to deactivate the alarm operation. This will
stop the product end-of-service-life warning signal and also discharge the remaining capacity of
the battery to render it safe for disposal.
1. Remove the alarm from the mounting bracket by rotating it in the direction shown by the
arrows on the rim of the base.
2. The alarm deactivation key is located in the mounting bracket of the alarm.
3. Use a small flat blade tool to remove the deactivation key (breakaway) from the mounting
bracket.
4. Push tip of key into the deactivation slot (keyhole) outline on label and insert fully.
5. Turn key clockwise to the "off" position slowly until you feel the switch actuate and the key
stops turning.
6. This will discharge the alarm battery and stop the alarm chirping after approximately one
minute. The alarm is now safe for disposal.
7. The deactivation key cannot be removed and the alarm cannot be attached to the bracket.
8. Be sure to install a new alarm.
Once this alarm has been deactivated:
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The alarm cannot be reactivated
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The alarm cannot be reattached to the bracket
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The alarm will no longer detect smoke
This smoke alarms contains less than 1 microcurie (37 kilobecquerel) of Americium 241, a radioactive
material. The distribution of these ionization-type smoke alarms is licensed by the U.S. Nuclear
Regulatory Commission; the consumer is exempt from any licensing or requirement s. If the
smoke alarm is defective in any way, do not tamper with the smoke alarm. Return the smoke alarm
for servicing. (See warranty for instructions or in-warranty returns.) There will be a service charge for
repairing out of warranty smoke alarms.
BASICS OF ESCAPE PLAN
o Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two escape routes from each
room. Second story windows may need a rope or chain ladder.
o Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of
fire.
o Determine a place outside your home where all of you can meet if a fire occurs.
o Familiarize everyone with the sound of the smoke alarm and train them to leave your home when
they hear the sound.
o Identify children's bedrooms with red stickers placed in the upper left corner of the windows. They
are available from your local fire department.
o Practice a fire drill at least every six months. Practice allows you to test your plan before an
emergency. You may not be able to reach your children. It is important they know what to do!
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