6. Checking Battery Back-up on Rechargeable/Long Life Models

There is no user replaceable battery on rechargeable models. This will be indicated on the product; additionally there is no battery compartment. To check charge on these models, switch off the alarms AC supply at the Consumer Unit/Fuse Box. The green L.E.D. will go out. Push the test button to check battery only mode works. If the rechargeable battery is depleted, the low battery beep will be heard once every 40 seconds. If the alarm has received AC mains power for a minimum of 3 days prior to this, you will need to have the unit changed by your installer or Landlord.

7. Maintenance

Your alarm is a life saving device. Spending a few minutes each month in vacuuming off any excess dust will enhance it’s performance and reduce the likelihood of nuisance alarms.

• Vacuum up to the grill and through the slots where dust/talc etc. can enter. Wipe off with a very mildly damp cloth. Never use cleaning agents/polishes etc..

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Never attempt to open the inside of the alarm

– this will invalidate it’s guarantee.

8. What to do in an Emergency

If an alarm sounds without anyone pressing the test button you have a potential emergency.

Don’t panic – you will need to think clearly to ensure all family members escape as soon as possible. Never stop to collect belongings etc. – they are replaceable.

Check the temperature of door handles or doors to check if hot –

if hot do not open them – a fire will be raging the other side of the door. Find an alternative escape route.

Keep doors/windows closed to contain the fire after you have passed through them.

Call 999 from a neighbour’s phone or call box. This is preferable to using a mobile.

Do not re-enter the property until advised it is safe to do so by a Fire Brigade Officer.

Always be aware of the dangers of fire and ensure your alarms

are functioning, together with equipment such as

fire extinguishers/fire blankets etc..

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