Why do my smoke alarms go off for no reason?
Poor location and dirty sensors can cause problems with your FireX smoke alarm.The intermittently flashing light on the FireX smoke detector is not a cause for concern.Five-year manufacturer warranties are included with all FireX alarms.
The FireX model has different meanings for beeps, chirps and blinking lights.The battery needs to be replaced if the unit chirps once per minute.If the unit goes off when there isn't a fire, relocate it.False alarms can be caused by proximity to the kitchen and steamy bathroom.
False alarms can be caused by a dying battery or unreliable power supply.The smoke alarm's battery should be replaced at least once a year.New batteries should be used as replacements.Don't use rechargeable batteries.Problems with the power supply can lead to false alarms if the unit is wired to electrical power.
This can happen when the power goes out.If the unit is on the same circuit as an appliance that uses a lot of electricity, the smoke alarm should be moved or put on a different circuit.If the unit is plugged into a wall outlet, move it to another one.
If the area is prone to dirt, dust or insects, a FireX alarm is more likely to go off.Dust and insects in the unit's sensor chamber can cause the alarm.It's possible that insects are getting into the chamber if the alarm goes off mostly at night.To prevent false alarms, locate the FireX smoke alarm to an area that is less prone to bugs.
Change in temperature can cause your smoke alarm to go off.If the unit is located in a cold area near a doorway to a warm area, false alarms may occur.The burst of warm air causes condensation to build up in the chamber.The temperature at which the alarm operates is between 40 and 100 degrees.If the FireX unit is located in an attic or garage, it is a good idea to replace the smoke alarm with a heat alarm.
Cleaning your FireX alarm is the best way to ensure it has a steady supply of power.The FireX smoke alarm can be removed from the ceiling or wall.To clean the gap between the back plate and front cover, use a can of compressed air or a vacuum cleaner.The sensor should be free of debris and dust to work correctly.The sensor is similar to a tin can.
Setting the unit stops false alarms.Remove all sources of power.To turn off the power to the alarm circuit for a hard-wired unit, you need to switch the breaker box off.Remove the unit from its mount and then remove the battery from it.Remove the unit from the mount and remove the battery.