NEVER IGNORE THE SOUND OF THE ALARM!
Determining what type of alarm has sounded is easy with
your Kidde Combination Smoke/CO Alarm. The voice mes-
sage warning system will inform you of the type of situa-
tion occurring. Refer to the Features section on page 4 for a
detailed description of each alarm pattern.
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. This unit con-
tains advanced technology designed to reduce nuisance
alarms, such as from cooking particles. However, large
quantities of combustible particles from spills or broiling
could still cause the unit to alarm. Careful location of the
unit away from the kitchen area will give the maximum nui-
sance alarm protection. Combustion particles from cooking
may set off the alarm if located too close to the cooking
area. Large quantities of combustible particles are generat-
ed 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 discov-
ered follow these steps. Become thoroughly familiar with
these items, and review with all family members!
• Alert small children in the home. Children sleep very
sound and may not be awakened by the sound of the
smoke alarms.
• Leave immediately using one of your planned escape
routes (see page 25). 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,
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What To Do When The Alarm Sounds!
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