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  1. sajeel

    Smoke alarm

    Could someone please clarify regs on some alarm and carbon monoxide on hmo properties ? I have heard each room requires a smoke and co2 ? Also what is regs on using wifi inter link ?
  2. S

    HMO's & smoke detectors

    Hi, I've been asked to install smoke detectors in all rooms of a town house. The existing system is 3 x Aico smokes in circulation spaces. As there is 3 floors, (G.F, 1st floor & 2nd floor) can i extent the Aico system to LD1 using the Aico system. Cheers
  3. G

    Smoke alarms on loft conversion

    I'm due to start a loft conversion and building regs require smoke alarm, can anyone tell me if I need to install interlinked smokes on every floor ? cheers
  4. S

    Smoke detector advice

    Hi, What type of smoke detector would be suited to a utility room. Heat or optical. Cheers
  5. S

    Smoke, heat and carbon alarms in rented accomodation.

    Hi all, I am trying to get my head around the current regs regarding smoke heat carbon alarms in rented properties. for eg could I install.... mains powered c/w battery back up from the upstairs lights, same from the downstairs lights but both are radio-interlinked so both smoke alarms sound...
  6. K

    Need some advice on "linked" 240v smoke alarms

    My daughter needs to get 240v linked smoke alarms fitted, 2 storey house, as it's fully decorated, my questions are: Can they be linked to the lighting circuit on each floor Any advice on what make Can they be linked together without being hard wired to each other I will be getting a spark to...
  7. the pict

    Smoke alarm

    Anyone know the make of the above with the little battery drawer, its for an old guy with athritis who cant rotate the head to replace the battery, tried talking him into something a bit more comprehensive but he aint having it, tight old git :) Pict
  8. G

    Smoke Detectors, Rented Property, Scotland.

    I've been called out to an old property in Scotland where the client is looking to rent out for 3-4months until she sells her old house and moves into this property and when that happens the full house is getting rewired i know there's new laws coming out in October with regards to smoke...
    • gaulty
    • Thread
    • detectors property rented scotland smoke
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. M

    Few easy ones, domestic dwellings, smoke alarms, kitchens.

    So just to clear a few things up, I work with 10 sparks, all have different answers to these questions. 1. When upgrading a fuse board is it mandatory to upgrade the gas/water bonding to 10mm 2. When upgrading a fuse board is it mandatory to install smoke alarms? 3. When rewiring / new build...
  10. Doomed

    Door holdback operated by stand alone smoke detector.

    Been asked to install a magnetic door holdback that will be released by a smoke detector that is NOT wired into the main fire alarm panel. I know I could cobble together my own setup with a relay and bits, but does anyone know of a pack to fulfill my needs?
  11. A

    HMO Smoke alarms?

    Hello Everyone A landlord recently asked me if I could carry out smoke alarm testing. When I asked her to go into more detail she just said the smoke alarms needed testing in one of her 'HMO' Properties (House in multiple occupation). This was all I could get out of her. When I went to take a...
  12. C

    smoke alarm to cut out circuit

    Hi all, I have a bit of a strange requirement for a client of mine - they have a pump room for their pool circulation equipment and the main pump is on all the time. this pump has a 'built in' thermo-cutout and in the event of a fault with the pump causing overheating it 'should' automatically...
  13. M

    Smoke and heat alarm installation quotes?

    I was looking to find out the going rate to install smoke and heat alarms in two property's. All have to be interlinked with the regulations in lettings in Scotland. Property 1 is a 3 bedroom up and downstairs house, smokey to be installed in living room, top of hall and bottom of hall with a...
  14. L

    Good Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Alarm

    Hi, I am planning a house renovation and need to improve the fire alarms in the house to comply with Building Control: - heat detector in the kitchen and linked smoke alarms throughout the house. - Install a mist system on the ground floor risk area. I would be grateful if you could recommend...
  15. S

    smoke alarms

    HI Everybody ! what is the correct minimal distance from doorway and wall for smoke alarm? is it 300mm from wall, door and any light fitting ? Just working on loft conversion , no fire doors so fire alarm in every bedroom needed! just wonder about positioning. thanks
  16. P

    smoke detectors between floors...

    i have to provide smoke detectors to the flat above the shop (1) and 3 in the shop itself. im going to fit a wireless one in the flat.. so am i right in saying only one in the shop needs to be wireless if i hardwire the other 2? or will i have to fit all four the same..??:dunce2:
  17. A

    Smoke detection and poisitive input ventilation

    PIV (positive input ventilation) unit sited in attic space and ducted through ceiling in hallway. Smoke alarm sited within ceiling area. I am aware of manufactures instructions for distances for the unit being installed with their standard grill, however if you were to install such a unit with a...
  18. N

    Wiring Domestic heat and smoke detectors

    Hi I have recently been to look at my friends newly built extension. The guy asked me about the fire alarms and how I would go about doing them as he wasn't sure . I advised that the way to meet regulation would be to take the existing Battery powered alarms down, and hard wire from an RCBO in...
    • Nathwri
    • Thread
    • bases build detectors domestic heat radio smoke supply wiring
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Domestic Electrician Forum
  19. H

    Help - home smoke alarm issues...

    Hi everyone. Would be great to get some advice here if possible. My home has (had!) three Aico Ei141 model smoke alarms, wired. I decided to switch one of them out for a Nest Protect smoke detector which I did today. I switched off the power to switch to the Nest Protect (which meant all three...
    • hollaa01
    • Thread
    • alarm flashing green help home issues light power smoke smoke alarm
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
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