installed at least 0.5 m and at most 1 m from top of the ceiling.
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Partial roof slopes: If the flat ceiling is ≤ 1m wide,
consider as
ceiling inclination ceiling. If flat ceiling is >1m wide, consider as flat
ceiling.
•
Rooms with subdivided ceilings:
-
Height of the subdivisions is
≤
0.2 m: Smoke alarm may be installed
on the beams as well as on ceiling.
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Height of subdivisions is > 0.2 m and area of ceiling panels > 36 m²:
Smoke alarm should be installed in each ceiling panel.
-
Height of subdivisions > 0.2 m and area of ceiling panels ≤ 36
m²:
Smoke alarms to be installed on the ceiling
.
Where not to install a smoke alarm:
•
In an environment with a high risk of draught (e.g. close to air
conditioning, fans and ventilation outlets). The movement of air
can impair the penetration of fire smoke into the smoke alarm.
•
Areas where combustions regularly occur, such as kitchens.
•
Areas with high humidity such as bathrooms, or close to devices
such as dishwasher or washing machines.
Activation and Testing:
Before commissioning the smoke alarm, it is important to activate it
and test it for correct operation.
•
Use a screwdriver to push the activation switch clockwise. When
smoke alarm is activated, the LED lights up.
•
Test the correct activation of your smoke alarm by pressing and
holding the test button for three seconds. If no sound is
generated the smoke alarm is not activated properly and should
not be used.
