mporterf
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What locations require a smoke detector in a dwelling?
I read somewhere, that there is also a requirement that they are not suppose to no more than 30 feet apart.
What locations require a smoke detector in a dwelling?
In Residential (I'm not usually in residential)
Isn't there a dead zone on the placement of the detector on a wall to the ceiling above?
On a vertical wall that in fact smoke will not be seen in a wedge of space say
6 to 8 inches where the vertical wall meets the ceiling?
So in fact if a wall has a smoke detector in this wedge, should it be moved to the ceiling?
In Residential (I'm not usually in residential)
Isn't there a dead zone on the placement of the detector on a wall to the ceiling above?
On a vertical wall that in fact smoke will not be seen in a wedge of space say
6 to 8 inches where the vertical wall meets the ceiling?
So in fact if a wall has a smoke detector in this wedge, should it be moved to the ceiling?
}} and one in the attic. {{
I thought that it was not recommended to install them in an attic (possibly due to attic temp.? )
LOCATIONS TO AVOID FOR SMOKE ALARMS
For best performance, it is recommended you AVOID installing
Smoke Alarms in these areas:
? Where combustion particles are produced. Combustion particles
form when something burns. Areas to avoid include poorly ventilated
kitchens, garages, and furnace rooms. Keep units at least 20 feet
(6 meters) from the sources of combustion particles (stove, furnace, water heater, space heater) if possible. In areas where a 20-foot
(6 meter) distance is not possible ? in modular, mobile, or smaller homes, for example ? it is recommended the Smoke Alarm be placed as far from these fuel-burning sources as possible. The placement recommendations are intended to keep these Alarms at a reasonable distance from a fuel-burning source, and thus reduce ?unwanted? alarms. Unwanted alarms can occur if a Smoke Alarm is
placed directly next to a fuel-burning source. Ventilate these areas
as much as possible.
? In air streams near kitchens. Air currents can draw cooking smoke into the sensing chamber of a Smoke Alarm near the kitchen.
? In very damp, humid or steamy areas, or directly near bathrooms with showers. Keep units at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from showers, saunas, dishwashers, etc.
? Where the temperatures are regularly below 40? F (4.4? C) or above
100? F (37.8?C), including unheated buildings, outdoor rooms,
porches, or unfinished attics or basements.
? In very dusty, dirty, or greasy areas. Do not install a Smoke Alarm
directly over the stove or range. Keep laundry room Smoke Alarms free of dust or lint.
? Near fresh air vents, ceiling fans, or in very drafty areas. Drafts can blow smoke away from the unit, preventing it from reaching the sensing chamber.
? In insect infested areas. Insects can clog openings to the sensing
chamber and cause unwanted alarms.
? Less than 12 inches (305mm) away from fluorescent lights. Electrical ?noise? can interfere with the sensor.
? In ?dead air? spaces. ?Dead air? spaces may prevent smoke from
reaching the Smoke Alarm.
You know, I never paid attention to the word "habitable" in regards to the attic. I just went with "every level of the home" which I assumed included the attic.
Thanks for the heads up because that means one less location I need to put in on a job I'm doing.
I've used relay module per manufacturer for connection of heat detectors to smoke detector circuit in attics before. Which are OK to install in attics or garages.