Housegard SA411S, User Manual

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POSITIONING THE SMOKE ALARM
For the smoke alarm to give an early warning, it needs to be installed where the fire occurs. Housegard
therefore recommends that you install a smoke alarm in every room and on all floors.
» Install a smoke alarm in all separate bedrooms and in rooms commonly occupied.
» In homes with several storeys, a smoke alarm should be installed at the top of every staircase between
each storey.
» In the basement, a smoke alarm should be installed on the ceiling at the foot of the stairs.
»
In bedrooms where people sleep with closed doors, there should always be a smoke alarm fitted in the
bedroom.
» Install a smoke alarm in every room where there is a potential risk of fire.
» Install a smoke alarm at each end of corridors, if they are longer than 9 metres.
» Install the smoke alarm in the middle of the ceiling. If this is not possible, install the smoke alarm on
the wall at least 0.5 m from any corner and at least 10–15 cm from the ceiling. (Wall-mounting is not
recommended).
50 cm
100 cm
KEY:
Minimal protection
Recommended/more substantial protection
Smoke alarms with a pause function are recommended
Single-story residence, apartment
Multi story residence