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8.2 FIRE SAFETY HINTS
Store petrol and other flammable materials in proper contain-
ers.
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.
10. WHAT IS THE BEST SMOKE ALARM -
OPTICAL OR IONISATION ?
Both types respond in all standard fires but each type may
respond faster to particular fires as shown. Ei Electronics
manufactures two complementary 10 Year Smoke Alarms,
Optical Smoke Alarm Ei 3105TYCH and Ionisation Smoke
Alarm Ei 100TYC with built-in Lithium battery. For dual
pro-
tection install each type.
These can be hard wired interconnected to the Optical
Ei405C or Ei405TYC alarms for wireless transmission of
alarm signal between floors.
Ion Sensor
Best for fast flaming fires
- small smoke particles
Optical Sensor
Best for slow smouldering fires
- large smoke particles