Cleaning Your Alarm; Good Safety Habits - Quell Q4000DCS-WCB User Manual

14. Cleaning Your Alarm

your Alarm should be cleaned at least once a year
You can clean the interior of your alarm (sensing chamber) by using compressed air or a vacuum cleaner hose and blowing
or vacuuming through the openings around the perimeter of the alarm. The outside of the alarm can be wiped with a
damp cloth. Use only water to dampen the cloth, use of detergents or cleaners could damage the alarm.
If the alarm is in Fault mode and the Red LED is flashing a fault code of 10 or 14 flashes (after a Test/Hush button push), the
alarm may be in need of cleaning. After cleaning, press the Test/Hush button. If the fault does not clear, the alarm needs to
be replaced.
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Never use detergent or other solvents to clean the unit.
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Avoid spraying air freshener, hair spray, or other aerosols near the alarm.
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Do not paint the unit. Paint will seal the vents and interfere with the sensor's ability to detect smoke.
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Never attempt to disassemble the unit or clean inside. This action will void your warranty.
WArnIng: reInstAll the AlArm As soon As PossIble to ensUre contInUoUs ProtectIon.

15. Good Safety Habits

deVeloP And PrActIce A PlAn oF escAPe:
Install and maintain fire extinguishers on every level of the home and in the kitchen, basement and garage. Know how to use a
fire extinguisher prior to an emergency.
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Make a floor plan indicating all doors and windows and at least two (2) escape routes from each room. Second story
windows may need a rope or chain ladder.
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Have a family meeting and discuss your escape plan, showing everyone what to do in case of fire.
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Determine a place outside your home where you all can meet if a fire occurs.
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Familiarise everyone with the sound of the alarm and train them to leave your home when they hear it.
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Practice a fire drill at least every six months, including fire drills at night. Ensure that small children hear the alarm and
wake when it sounds. They must wake up in order to execute the escape plan. Practice allows all occupants 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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Current studies have shown alarms may not awaken all sleeping individuals. It is the responsibility of individuals in the
household that are capable of assisting others to provide assistance to those who may not be awakened by the alarm
sound,or to those who may be incapable of safely evacuating the area unassisted.
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