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  1. S

    Add a smoke detector

    Existing circuit diagram attached. I opened all detectors to establish how they were supplied. Dedicated circuit off board and appears to be a radial circuit. Question is. Can I simply take a 3 core and earth cable off the downstairs hall detector into the living room to a new smoke detector...
  2. baldelectrician

    Should Scottish Government delay new smoke detector law

    Was contacted by a local paper last week and asked about the Scottish Government smoke alarm requirements coming in on February. Was mentioned in an article (and even had my good looks used to enhance sales 😃 ), although they spelled my name wrong (Stewart McLintock) See below
  3. littlespark

    Smoke detectors and Scotland (again!)

    Lots of threads already about the new legislation, and February ain’t far away… so I’d just like to post a few queries for discussion. Not that I’ve come across anything myself. Customers are usually happy with the bare minimum, but just things I’ve heard. Smoke detector fitted in attic where...
  4. S

    Aico 3000 series smoke alarms,audio link.

    Just checking if this mains/rechargable unit can be used without the audio link module as my CEF catalogue does not make it clear.I just want to link 2 smokes with the wireless base to keep the cost down. Thanks for any advice, Regards,S
  5. M

    Mains interlinked smoke detectors

    Hi. My property is 25 years old. It has the original Fire Angel mains interlinked smoke detectors. One on the ground floor passage and one directly above on the first floor hallway ceiling. They have become unreliable - one going off no longer sets the other off. I have replaced Duracell 9v...
  6. T

    VELUX AOV SMOKE VENT

    Hi What is the wiring diagram for the velux aov smoke vent into fike twinflex pro 2 please? I have used the one shown by Tazz however when i switch on the DIP Switch 2 - the velux panel goes red and beeps Thank You
  7. togglenation

    New Mains Powered smoke alarm beta testers needed.

    Hi all, I'm working in a company that makes battery smoke alarms, we're now one of the biggest intrusion alarm manufacturers in the EU region. We're developing our own Mains Powered Smoke / Heat / Co detectors and I would like to talk to proffesionl electricians who installs AICO / FireAngel /...
  8. Neptune

    Permanent live for smoke alarms and emergency lighting

    Need some guidance please. I know that smoke alarms require a permanent live and neutral in order to operate. Is this also the case with emergency lights? (The type you have in stairways) Secondly, have I also understood correctly that these two can only be available at the ceiling rose if the...
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    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. J

    UK New rules on smoke detectors (scotland)

    Whats the script with the changes? My sister is planning on starting up childminding from her house but she needs to update her smoke detectors. But with it being a childminding business as well as a dwelling whats the rules these days? Do all the smoke detectors need to be mains supplied with...
  10. K

    Smoke alarms in caravans in scotland

    Smoke alarms in Rented out caravans. What’s required and does the new Scottish legislation on fire safety extend from houses to caravans Cheers
  11. togglenation

    UK Mounting Smoke alarm base.

    Hi everybody! I'm wondering are you happy with Aico easy-fit base? I like nest style much more, but they are not compatible with bs5839-6. I'm wondering why aico didn't put something nest-like agains what do they have today. Here is the example of what came to my mind - Would you use a WAGO 221...
  12. Mike Johnson

    Discount Aico smoke alarms

    Screwfix have a discount on Aico alarms this Thursday: Aico Fire, Heat & CO Alarms | Safety | NoLinkingToThis -...
  13. B

    When swapping a mains powered smoke detector

    Only the head in this case. Is certification required? (Social Housing)
  14. P

    Different makes of interlinked smoke alarms

    Hi Everyone, What are your thoughts on adding a different make of battery back up mains powered smoke alarm?. The quick back story is that there are 2 BRK (I think) interlinked alarms fitted in a property and that particular make are now discontinued. Building control now want an extra one...
  15. Neptune

    Interconnected smoke alarm - troubleshooting

    Hi, I have an aico alarm system which was mains powered and interconnected when installed 3 years ago. It's not been maintained and when I took a look recently, a couple of the detectors are missing. Only the ceiling plate is on the ceiling. Also, the interconnect isn't working. When I test any...
  16. NellyManjaro

    Smoke alarm in loft but not a loft

    Full rewire job.... Full rewire on fully refurbished and decorated property... Loft has been converted to a room but not heated but is no way classed as a habitble room as building control have clearly stated due to numerous reasons including height being about 5ft at the highest point and the...
  17. The apprentice

    Smoke detection and lighting

    Hi there, I was installing a smoke detector system (interlinked) while my mate changed the consumer unit. My problem is there was an existing smoke detector (not interlinked) with one 1mm cable at it so I used that as my supply to the interlinked system, after the fuse board was changed And...
  18. B

    Loft conversion Smoke detection

    Hi all, as most people will be aware the building regulations on fire protection for loft conversions are pretty strict. The situation I have on a couple of loft conversions is this. buliding inspector now requires fire doors on all doors leading onto escape route or smoke detection in ALL...
  19. Neptune

    Mains operated interconnected smoke alarm

    I fitted these into my own house a few years ago when everything was ripped open and hence, am familiar with the process. However, on this occasion I need to fit these into a property that I let out and I don't have access to the ceiling void on ground floor. I was thinking about using trunking...
  20. timhoward

    More EICR and smoke alarms

    Prompted by the other thread.... I had a slight dilemma on this topic a couple of days ago. Three mains smoke alarm bases, on their own circuit, but no detectors on them. The circuit breaker was off when I arrived. Also couldn't get an R2 reading on that circuit as it either wasn't looped...

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