Programming Guide

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WARNING! Limitation of Smoke Detectors
Wireless smoke alarms are very reliable, but may not work under all conditions. No fire
alarm provides total protection of life or property. Smoke alarms are not a substitute for
life insurance.
Smoke alarms require a source of power to work. This smoke alarm will not operate and
the alarm will not sound if the battery is dead or not installed properly.
Smoke alarms may not be heard. A sound sleeper or someone who has taken drugs or
alcohol may not awaken if the alarm is installed outside a bedroom. Closed or partially
closed doors and distance can block sound. This alarm is not designed for the hearing
impaired.
Smoke alarms may not always activate and provide warning early enough. Smoke alarms
only activate when enough smoke reaches the alarm. If a fire starts in a chimney, wall, roof,
on the other side of closed doors, or on a dierent level of the property, enough smoke
may not reach the alarm for it to alarm.
Smoke alarms are a significant help in reducing loss, injury, and even death. However, no
matter how good a detection device is, nothing works perfectly under every circumstance
and we must warn you that you cannot expect a smoke alarm to ensure that you will never
suer any damage or injury.