The Fire Sentry Smoke Alarm; False Alarms 'Hush' Control; Testing - Bailey Caravan Owner's Manual

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Caravan Equipment
4.7

THE FIRE SENTRY SMOKE ALARM

The Smoke Alarm is operational once the battery is connected. When products of combustion are
sensed, the unit sounds a loud pulsating alarm until the air is cleared.
4.7.1

False Alarms 'Hush' Control

Units with the 'hush' feature have the capability of temporarily disabling the alarm circuit for approximately
7 minutes. This feature is to be used only when a known alarm condition, such as smoke from cooking
activates the smoke alarm. The smoke alarm is deactivated by pushing the "Alarm Hush" button on the
Smoke Alarm cover. The alarm will silence immediately and 'chirp' every 30-40 seconds for approximately
7 minutes to indicate the alarm is in the temporary 'hush' condition. The smoke alarm will automatically
re-activate after approximately 7 minutes and sound the alarm if particles of combustion are still present.
The 'hush' feature may be used repeatedly until the air has cleared.
Dense Smoke will override 'HUSH' control feature and sound continuous alarm.
▲ Before using the alarm 'HUSH' feature, identify the source of smoke and be certain that
safe conditions exist.
4.7.2

Testing

Test by pushing test button on cover and holding button down for 2 seconds minimum. This will sound
alarm if all electronic circuitry, horn and battery are working. If no alarm sounds, the unit has a defective
battery or other failure. You can also test alarm by blowing smoke into it. Test alarm weekly to assure
proper operation. Erratic noise or low sound from alarm may indicate a defective alarm. Return it for
service.
▲ Test smoke alarm operation after caravan has been in storage, before each trip and at
least once per week during use.
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