Appendix 7: Specifications
l Make sure that all border doors and windows are easily opened. Ensure that they are not painted shut, and that their
locking mechanisms operate smoothly.
l If opening or using the exit is too difficult for children, the elderly or handicapped, plans for rescue should be
developed. This includes making sure that those who are to perform the rescue can promptly hear the fire warning
signal.
l If the exit is above the ground level, an approved fire ladder or rope should be provided as well as training in its use.
l Exits on the ground level should be kept clear. Be sure to remove snow from exterior patio doors in winter; outdoor
furniture or equipment should not block exits.
l Each person should know the predetermined assembly point where everyone can be accounted for (e.g., across the
street or at a neighbor's house). Once everyone is out of the building, call the fire department.
l A good plan emphasizes quick escape. Do not investigate or attempt to fight the fire, and do not gather belongings as
this can waste valuable time. Once outside, do not re-enter the house. Wait for the fire department.
l Write the fire escape plan down and rehearse it frequently so that should an emergency arise, everyone will know
what to do. Revise the plan as conditions change, such as the number of people in the home, or if there are changes
to the building’s construction.
l Make sure your fire warning system is operational by conducting weekly tests. If you are unsure about system oper-
ation, contact your installer.
l We recommend that you contact your local fire department and request further information on fire safety and escape
planning. If available, have your local fire prevention officer conduct an in-house fire safety inspection.
Figure 5
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and very toxic, it also moves freely in the air. CO detectors can measure the concentration and
sound a loud alarm before a potentially harmful level is reached. The human body is most vulnerable to the effects of CO gas during sleeping hours;
therefore, CO detectors should be located in or as near as possible to sleeping areas of the home. For maximum protection, a CO alarm should be
located outside primary sleeping areas or on each level of your home. Figure 5 indicates the suggested locations in the home.
Do NOT place the CO alarm in the following areas:
l Where the temperature may drop below -10ºC or exceed 40ºC
l Near paint thinner fumes
l Within 5 feet (1.5m) of open flame appliances such as furnaces, stoves and fireplaces
l In exhaust streams from gas engines, vents, flues or chimneys
l In close proximity to an automobile exhaust pipe; this will damage the detector
PLEASE REFER TO THE CO DETECTOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTION SHEET FOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND
EMERGENCY INFORMATION.
7.0.2 Limited Warranty
DigitalSecurityControls warrants the originalpurchaser that for a period of twelve months from the date of purchase, the product shallbe free of defectsin materialsand workmanship undernormaluse. During the warrantyperiod,
DigitalSecurityControls shall, at its option, repair or replace anydefective productupon return of the product to itsfactory, at no charge for labour and materials. Anyreplacement and/or repaired partsare warranted forthe remainder
of the originalwarrantyorninety (90) days, whichever islonger. The originalpurchaser must promptly notifyDigitalSecurityControlsin writing that there isdefect in materialor workmanship, such written notice to be received in allevents
prior to expiration of the warrantyperiod. There is absolutelyno warranty on software and allsoftware productsare sold asa user license under the termsof the software license agreement included with the product. The Customer
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