With people's attention to home safety, smoke detectors have become an essential safety equipment for families because they can detect smoke in the early stage of a fire and issue an alarm. This article will introduce the smoke detector installation and maintenance in detail, to help everyone better understand the importance of this small equipment.
Optimal Installation Location for the Smoke Detector
As the kitchen is a place where fire is often used, it is essential to install a smoke detector in your home. However, because the kitchen often has steam, smoke and other substances that will interfere with the normal operation of the detector, it can be installed near the kitchen but not directly exposed to smoke, to avoid direct installation in the kitchen.
Smoke Detector Maintenance
Replace batteries regularly
Most smoke detectors rely on battery power. It is recommended to replace the battery every once in a while to prevent the detector from failing due to insufficient battery power.
Clean detector regularly
Smoke detectors can accumulate dust and dirt, which can affect how well they work. Wipe the detector housing regularly with a clean soft cloth and ensure that the sensor part of the detector is not obscured.
Periodic test function
Test smoke detectors once a month to see if they are working properly. Most smoke detectors are equipped with a test button which, when pressed, sends out a test signal to ensure that the alarm function is effective.
Replace the aging device
Smoke detectors generally have a service life of 8 to 10 years, after which the performance of the device may decline. Consider replacing aging detectors to ensure home safety.
Short buzz, continuous false alarm, response delay of more than 3 seconds, the above problems should immediately seek professional help. A wise firefighting strategy is always to let the alarm go off on time when the fire first starts.