menu
Pay attention to the difference in the alarm sound of the smoke detector at home, it can save lives when critical time
Pay attention to the difference in the alarm sound of the smoke detector at home, it can save lives when critical time
Do you know why the smoke detectors installed in your home make different sounds?
According to statistics, about three-fifths of fire deaths occur when there is no smoke alarm or when the smoke alarm does not work. This article aims to educate people on how to protect themselves from fire. One of the simplest and most important things is to "learn the voice of fire safety."

Understanding why your smoke detector makes certain sounds may save lives. Different beeps mean different things.

If the smoke detector beeps once every minute or so, it indicates that the battery needs to be replaced. If it beeps only occasionally, the device itself needs to be replaced, usually every 10 years.

Three loud beeps indicate that the equipment is working, smoke has been detected, and the house should be evacuated as soon as possible.

At the same time, where the smoke detector is installed is also important.

The fire department recommends that a smoke detector should be installed on every floor and every sleeping area of ​​the home. It is best not to install it above the shower or kitchen appliances to avoid false alarms.

In addition, there are smoke alarms and devices that can alert people who are deaf or hard of hearing. These devices include flashing lights. When the smoke alarm sounds, the flashing lights will flash to remind people. It is also possible to install a bolster or cradle designed for smoke alarms.

Smoke alarms are a key part of the home fire escape plan. When a fire occurs and smoke spreads rapidly, the smoke alarm will provide you with early warning so that you can run outside as soon as possible.

Smoke alarms should be installed in every bedroom, and smoke alarms should be installed outside the bedroom and on each floor. Smoke alarms should also be installed in the basement

It is best to use interconnected smoke alarms. When one smoke alarm sounds, the others will also alarm.

Test all smoke alarms at least once a month. Press the test button to ensure that the alarm is working properly.

The alarms currently on the market use different types, including multi-sensing technologies, including smoke and carbon monoxide alarm functions.

Smoke alarms should be installed on the ceiling or high on the wall. The smoke alarm should be far away from the kitchen to reduce false alarms and should be at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the stove

People who are hard of hearing or deaf can use special alarms. These alarms have strobe lights and shakers.

When all smoke alarms have to be replaced in 10 years