What To Do If The Alarm Sounds - Kidde i12010S User Manual

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What To Do If The Alarm Sounds

NEVER IGNORE THE SOUND OF THE ALARM! When
the smoke alarm sounds:
Smoke alarms are designed to minimize false alarms. Cigarette
smoke will not normally set off the alarm, unless the smoke is
blown directly into the alarm. Combustion particles from cooking
may set off the alarm if located too close to the cooking area.
Large quantities of combustible particles are generated from
spills or when broiling. Using the fan on a range hood which
vents to the outside (non recirculating type) will also help remove
these combustible products from the kitchen.
If the alarm sounds, check for fires first. If a fire is discovered
follow these steps. Become thoroughly familiar with these items,
and review with all family members!
• Alert small children in the home.
• Leave immediately using one of your planned escape routes
(see page 26). Every second counts, don't stop to get dressed
or pick up valuables.
• Before opening inside doors look for smoke seeping in around
the edges, and feel with the back of your hand. If the door is
hot use your second exit. If you feel it's safe, open the door
very slowly and be prepared to close immediately if
smoke and heat rush in.
• If the escape route requires you to go through smoke, crawl
low under the smoke where the air is clearer.
• Go to your predetermined meeting place. When two people
have arrived one should leave to call 911 from a neighbor's
home, and the other should stay to perform a head count.
• Do not reenter under any circumstance until fire
officials give the go ahead.
• There are situations where a smoke alarm may not be
effective to protect against fire as stated in the NFPA
Standard 72. For instance:
a) smoking in bed
b) leaving children unsupervised
c) cleaning with flammable liquids, such as gasoline
Fire Departments, most utility companies and HVAC contractors
will perform smoke alarm inspections, some may charge for this
service. It's advisable to inquire about any applicable fees prior to
having the service performed. Kidde Safety will not pay for, or
reimburse, the owner or user of this product, for any repair or
dispatch calls related to the alarm sounding.
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