Radioactive Radiation Source - Panasonic EBL512 G3 Operating Instructions Manual

EBL512 G3 V. 3.0.X - FIRE ALARM SOLUTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

41. RADIOACTIVE RADIATION SOURCE

Today, Panasonic have no ionization smoke point detectors but old detectors connected to the EBL512 G3 installation might be
smoke sensors / detectors of the ionization type. They contain a small radioactive radiation source, normally Americium 241.
When these sensors / detectors gets dirty and when service signal has been activated in the system, contact your local dealer for
cleaning / replacement of the sensors / detectors.
Metal objects must absolutely not be stuck into the sensor / detector. Static electricity might destroy the detector.
Defective / faulty, discarded and replaced sensors / detectors shall be taken care of as radioactive waste. They shall be packed in
chock absorbing material to make a stable parcel.
The Aspirating smoke detectors Aspect Nitro and Lazeer contain a small radioactive radiation source, Americium 241. These detec-
tors must only be handled by authorized personnel. Dismounted detector must be sent to Panasonic Fire & Security Europe AB.
PLEASE NOTE!
Damaged sensors / detectors shall be packed in a sealed packet whose surface must not be contaminated, that is, not be soiled
with loose radioactive dust.
National regulations must be followed.
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