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Section 2 - Installation
To avoid false alarms, do not install smoke sensors in the following situations:
• Combustion particles produced by burning will trigger the alarm. These are commonly found in kitchens with few windows
or poor ventilation, garages where there may be vehicle exhaust fumes, or near furnaces, hot water heaters, and space
heaters. Position your smoke detector at a distance greater than 20 feet (6 m) from the source of combustion particles. If
a 20-foot distance is not possible, e.g. in a mobile home, try to install the alarm as far away from the combustion particles
as possible, preferably on the wall, and keep the location well-ventilated.
• In very dusty or dirty areas, dirt and dust can build up on the alarm's sensing chamber, and make it overly sensitive.
Additionally, dust or dirt can block the openings to the sensing chamber and prevent the alarm from sensing smoke
effectively.
• Electrical "noise" from fluorescent lights may cause false alarms. Install the smoke sensor at least 5 feet (1.5 m) from
fluorescent lights.
Warning:
• Do not mount the mydlink Home Smoke Detector near air vents or wherever there are strong drafts, heavy steam, smoke,
or dust.
• Do not paint the DCH-Z310 as paint may clog the vents and prevent proper functioning.
• Do not use a burning cigarette to test the DCH-Z310 as cigarette smoke clogs the vents. Use the test button to check the
device's functionality.
• Never remove the battery from smoke alarm to stop a nuisance alarm. Open a window or fan the air around the smoke
alarm to get rid of the smoke. The alarm will turn itself off when the smoke is gone. If nuisance alarms persist, attempt to
clean the smoke alarm as described in this User's Manual.
• Do not stand close to the smoke alarm when the alarm is sounding. The alarm is loud in order to wake you in an emergency.
Too much exposure to the horn at close range may be harmful to your hearing.
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