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Quick tips
IS IT TIME FOR A NEW BATTERY?
Good quality smoke alarms typically operate from the mains voltage supply, but they also contain a backup battery which allows the alarm to remain operational even when the power is cut during a blackout.
SICK OF UNWANTED FALSE ALARMS?
To ensure the best protection for you and your family, follow these simple handy hints:
- Choose high quality alarms from a reputable supplier (Clipsal FireTek® recommended)
- Install multiple alarms, which are interconnected for the best protection
- Have your alarms installed by a professional installer
- Choose the correct alarm type for the location
- Test the smoke alarm operation regularly (minimum once per month)
- Clean the unit regularly (minimum maintenance once per month)
- Check battery condition regularly (minimum once per month)
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HOW OFTEN? |
COMMENTS |
Test Battery
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Once per month |
Like all battery operated appliances, your smoke alarm battery must be checked regularly to make sure that it will still function if there is a fire.
To test the battery, press and hold the Test Button. This should be done with the mains power switched off (turn off the lighting circuit at the switchboard). The alarm should sound indicating the battery condition is acceptable. If the unit fails to respond, the battery should be replaced without delay. |
| Replace Battery |
Once per year |
From time to time the smoke alarm battery must be replaced with a new one. Clipsal recommend choosing a common date which occurs every year and is easy to remember (such as your birthday, or at the end of daylight saving time). The battery should also be replaced if the alarm fails to sound when you press and hold the Test button. |
| Replace Smoke Alarm Unit |
After 10 years of normal service |
All smoke alarms (regardless of manufacturer) have a limited service life, normally ten years. After that period, correct operation of the alarm cannot be guaranteed. The entire smoke alarm unit should be replaced with a new one. |
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