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sleeping/resident rooms, providing the same
conditions are met as for a single-family
residence. However, there must already be
a primary fire detection system that meets
regulatory requirements for common areas
such as lobbies and hallways. Use of this
smoke alarm in common areas may not
provide sufficient fire warning to residents or
meet regulatory requirements. This smoke
alarm is designed to operate as a standalone
smoke alarm.
WARNING: Without interlinking, this
smoke alarm will not communicate with
other smoke alarms. It is not intended as a
substitute for a complete alarm system.
Mobile Homes and Caravans
This smoke alarm is suitable for use in
mobile homes and caravans.
Commercial and Industrial Premises
This smoke alarm is not intended for any
non-residential, commercial or industrial
application, nor for any other purpose than
described above.
IMPORTANT: Obstructions such as steel
reinforcement in concrete could block
or impede the wireless signal. While
the wireless range is over 200 metres in
clear air / clear line of sight, the effective range
may be reduced by wall and other obstructions
in the building. Always ensure that after any
building work or after repositioning large items
of furniture (beds, sofas, shelving units etc.),
you carry out an alarm test on all networked
smoke alarms to ensure they are all still
working. It is recommended not to exceed
35m as the maximum distance between smoke
alarms in the network.
300mm from light fittings and walls.
Ideally as central as possible in the room.
If positioning your smoke alarm on the
wall, the top of the detection element must
be between 150mm and 300mm below the
ceiling, and at least 300mm from a wall.
Smoke alarms should be positioned at no
more than 600mm vertically below the
highest point in the room.
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300mm
150mm
150mm
600mm
300mm
Multi-family or mixed occupant
residence (Tenancy building, student
accommodation)
Your smoke alarm can also be used in
individual flats and bedsits, providing the
same conditions are met as for a single-
family residence. However, there must
already be a primary fire detection system
that meets regulatory requirements for
common areas such as lobbies and hallways.
Institutions and Hotels
This includes motels, hospitals, day care
facilities, long-term health care facilities,
boarding houses and dormitories. Your
smoke alarm can be used in individual
In order to achieve the earliest fire warning,
we recommend that a smoke alarm is fitted
in all rooms where the temperature is
normally between 4°C (40°F) and 38°C
(100°F). Check the section on ‘Positioning’ to
ensure that the smoke alarm is to be correctly
positioned for the particular dwelling into
which it is intended to be installed.
For further advice on where to install your
alarms refer to BS 5839-6
WARNING:
The alarm positions shown are
based on typical homes. Construction and
layout of individual dwellings will vary, so this
should be regarded only as a guide. Check with
your local fire station f
or additional guidance
or, for further advice, see standard BS5839-6.
Smoke alarms should be sited at least
LOUNGE
CELLAR
BEDROOMBEDROOM HALL
DINING ROOM
MINIMUM RECOMMENDATIONS
EXISTING HOMES
NOTE: Kitchens should be covered by a self
contained heat detector.
RECOMMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION
