Question

Identify and describe 3 (three) key smoke alarm maintenance routines you must follow to provide effective protection.

Answer 1

Smoke detectors are used to detect smoke as an indicater of fire.

In smoke detector small radioactive material is placed in between two electrically charged plates,which ionize the air and results in current movement in between the plates.When smoke enter the chambers the ion movement interprupted and flow of current reduced ,as a result alarm activated.

Routine smoke alarm maintainece is important for effective protection.

It can be done by routine checkup monthly, yearly and 10 year regularly.

• Once in a month - Check batteries by pressing and holding the test button for 5 seconds till beep sound heard.
• Every 6 months- Ensure alarm is vacuum dust free,clean the dust ,cobwebs to ensure proper working.
• Every year- Replace the batteries for a good working condition.
• Every 10 year - Replace the smoke detector every 10 yearly.

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