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I'm sure this topic must have been covered before although I searched and couldn't find anything specific.
I've got a 2006 Bessacarr motorhome and it doesn't have a smoke detector fitted.
When I last had it looked at, it was commented about the absense.
I had a cheap Ikea one in (but the batteries got took out when it started chirping). Having given it some thought, I'd imagine it should be a 'must have' fitted as if you're asleep and fire broke out, you may not have enough time to escape (or may never know )
Any recommendations? I'm 6'4" tall so need a compact version so I don't knock my head on it?
seriously though, having burnt a loose thread off one of my cushions i was suprised how it went up and wondered if the upholstery had to be fire retardent as in the home...
couldnt see any labels on mine 55 plate van and wondered if they came under the same regulation ....
i decided the quicker you can get out the better
Well, presumably the Ikea one started "chirping" because the batteries needed replacing. Why not simply replace the batteries or have I missed the point?
The problem with the Ikea one was it was too big (well too deep) - the batteries were 3V lithium cells and the cost of the repacement batteries seemed to be greater than the cost of the smoke alarm (the batteries lasted just short of 3 months)
I thought it may be better to get something fit for purpose and upto the job
I thought it may be better to get something fit for purpose and upto the job
As Peribro has rightly identified, the chirping of your current alarm, is an indication that the batteries are on their way out. This chirping should last for approximately 30 days.
You could "kill two birds with the one stone" here, by fitting a
Combined Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm, like this one or similar.
They can be ceiling mounted or wall mounted, close to the ceiling.
However, whatever you decide, please decide very soon. A smoke alarm/detector is an absolute must, in the interest of occupant safety.
HTH.
Regards,
Jock.
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Thanks - that looks interesting as it seems to do two jobs in one and runs on 3 AA batteries so not specialist to replace!
What's the most likely cause if the CO alarm sounds?
I wonder why one wasn't fitted as standard.
Given the relatively low cost, and that it was only 5 years ago?
Are all new Motorhomes now fitted with one, when searching, I found that in Australia, it's mandatory now - should be here surely?
I cannot point you in the direction of the legislation, but it is my belief that caravans and MHs, (new or used), cannot be sold on a commercial basis, without a functioning smoke detector fitted. I stand to be corrected if necessary.
A Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector is not mandatory, but where gas appliances are fitted, it is highly recommended, whether those appliances are sealed and flued externally, or not.
Even a regularly serviced gas appliance "may" malfunction at some point, or give off a dirty flame.
The installation of a CO detector, also discourages the use of open gas rings to provide heating. Believe me, I have seen that practice carried out before.
Regards,
Jock.
______________________________________________________________ For "Our Mavis."
I have one of the alarms in which the batteries last for 10 years. Don't be like me and place it above your bed, the led keeps flashing and wakes me up.
hi dwwwuk. we took out our batteries because every time we made toast it went off i can see the need for them in a house ( which we have 3 ) but not a m/h there's windows to climb out of . most fires start in a empty room in a m/h your only in one room .jud
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