LIFESAVER 6000DCW Smoke Alarm Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- LIFESAVER
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LIFESAVER 6000DCW Smoke Alarm
SMOKE ALARM
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Smoke alarms are designed to activate when particles are detected in the air. If a smoke alarm is triggered in the absence of a fire or smoke, here are some reasons why.
INSECTS AND DUST
Insects and dust are a common cause of false alarms.
Tip: Regularly clean/vacuum your smoke alarm to remove any loose dust or
dirt that may be inside the unit. Fumigate the base plate area using insect-
repellent wipes to deter insects (do not spray directly at the alarm).
WEAK BATTERIES
Weak batteries will cause intermittent chirping and increase the chance of
false alarms.
Tip: At the first sign of batteries going flat, replace them with new
alkaline batteries.
COOKING FUMES
Cooking fumes can cause a smoke alarm to activate especially when the smoke
alarm is located too close to the kitchen.
Tip : Install smoke alarms at least 5 meters away from the kitchen area.
STEAM Steam from bathroom/laundry areas can cause a smoke alarm to
activate.
Tip: Do not install alarms within or outside bathrooms and laundries.
HIGH HUMIDITY
Water vapours can develop inside the smoke sensor causing smoke alarms to
react the same way as it does smoke. In general, once humidity reaches extreme
levels, the chances of false alarms can increase depending on the environment.
Tip: Use a hair dryer to blow warm air through the smoke alarm to help
dry out any moisture buildup.
Ensure the house is well-ventilated to prevent any build-up of humidity.
AIR MOVEMENT
High air movement can cause the smoke alarm to false alarm.
Tip : Ensure smoke alarms are not installed near ceiling fans and air
ducts.
SHARED CIRCUITS
Smoke alarms are commonly connected to lighting circuits shared with other
electrical products, such as ceiling fans, lighting dimmers, poor-quality
(LED) lights, and heat lamps. These products can create electrical noise or
interference causing the smoke alarm to activate. Smoke alarms should be
installed in their own electrical sub-circuit branch to avoid electrical
inferences.
Tip: Avoid putting too many high-wattage appliances on the same circuit
as the smoke alarms. An EMI filter may help to filter out any interference
caused by lights or appliances.
POWER ISSUES
Unstable power or power interruptions can cause electrical spikes in the
circuit, causing the smoke alarm to beep or alarm for a short period of time.
Tip: An EMI filter may help to filter out any interference caused by
power issues.
RIPPLE FREQUENCY
In some areas, electricity suppliers inject a control signal into the network
to remotely control devices like hot water systems and street lighting. These
ripples may also occur in the early hours of the morning and can cause smoke
alarms to beep or activate.
Tip : A ripple signal filter may help to eliminate the signal from mains
power.
LIFESAVER 6000 SERIES RANGE
For further information or assistance, please call our Technical Support team
on 1300 772 776 or read our online FAQ at psaproducts.com.au/smoke-alarm-
faqs/