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clean the Smoke Alarm following instructions in this leaflet.
• In the United Kingdom Ionisation Smoke Alarms can be dis-
posed of in normal household refuse, but due to the tiny
amount of radioactive material contained in the unit, no
more than one alarm per dustbin.
• In the Republic of Ireland Ionisation smoke alarms should
be returned for disposal to the nearest address at the end
of this leaflet.
• Do not dispose of your alarm in a fire.
9.1 FIRE SAFETY HINTS
Store petrol and other flammable materials in proper containers.
Discard oily or flammable rags.
Always use a metal fireplace screen and have chimneys
cleaned regularly.
Replace worn or damaged sockets, switches, home wiring
and cracked or frayed electrical cords and plugs.
Do not overload electrical circuits. Keep matches away from
children. Never smoke in bed. In rooms where you do smoke,
always check under cushions for smouldering cigarettes and
ashes. Service central heating systems regularly.
Be sure all electrical appliances and tools have a recognised
approval label. This device cannot protect all persons at all
times. It may not protect against the three most common
causes of fatal fires:
1. Smoking in bed.
2. Leaving children at home alone.
3. Cleaning with flammable liquids, such as petrol.
Further information can be obtained from the Fire Brigade.
9.2. PLANNING YOUR ESCAPE ROUTE FOR WHEN THE
ALARM GOES OFF
1. Check room doors for heat or
smoke. Do not open a hot door. Use
an alternate escape route. Close
doors behind you as you leave.
2. If smoke is heavy, crawl out, stay-
ing close to floor. Take short breaths,
if possible, through a wet cloth or hold
your breath. More people die from
smoke inhalation than from flames.
3. Get out as fast as you can. Do not
stop for packing. Have a prearranged
meeting place outside for all family
members. Check everybody is there.