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Queensland Summer Safety and your Interconnected Smoke Alarms

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  In January and February Queensland's intense summer weather brings not only the potential for fires but also the heightened risk of floods from severe storms and rain events. In this battle against nature’s variable weather extremes, interconnected smoke alarms  can emerge as unsung heroes, providing crucial early warnings that can make all the difference in a house fire..   The Role of Interconnected Smoke Alarms: Photoelectric smoke detectors are indispensable when it comes to preventing and mitigating house fires. Queensland regulations have begun mandating the installation of interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms in homes since 2017. By 1 st Jan 2027 this will be become compulsory by law for all QLD homes, including for owner occupiers. Interconnected photoelectric smoke detectors (such as Red smoke alarms model R10RF ) are designed to detect smouldering fires early on, giving residents the vital time needed for evacuation or intervention.   Regular Maintenanc

2024 - a great year for Red Smoke Alarms !

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Among the myriad of options available in Australia's modern smoke alarm market, Red Smoke Alarms have gained prominence for their performance, reliability and 10-year lifetime warranty. Red Smoke Alarms not only meet the essential criteria for Australian Standard 3786:2014, but they go above and beyond to provide homeowners with an increased sense of security and peace of mind. In this article we'll explain what makes Red Smoke Alarms the preferred choice for Queensland homeowners. Red Smoke Alarms have a 10 year warranty and offer excellent after-sales support Red Smoke Alarms are one of the few smoke alarm products in the Australian marketplace that come with a 10 year lifetime warranty. Compare this with other smoke alarm brands such as Emerald Planet (7 year warranty) and Brooks (5 year warranty) and you can clearly see why Red Smoke Alarms are such a popular interconnected photoelectric smoke alarm. Not only that, Red Smoke Alarms have an excellent network of service agen

Ensuring Safety for All: Red Smoke Alarms for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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  Smoke alarms are essential tools for home safety, alerting occupants to the presence of smoke or fire and giving them valuable time to escape. However, for the deaf and hard of hearing community, traditional smoke alarms that rely solely on sound are inadequate. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of smoke alarms designed for the deaf and hard of hearing and discuss the various options available to ensure their safety. The Challenge Traditional smoke alarms emit a loud, piercing sound (85 decibels at 3m) when they detect smoke or fire. While this is effective for alerting those who can hear, it poses a significant challenge for individuals with hearing impairments. They may not be able to hear the alarm, putting them at greater risk during a fire emergency. Solution: Visual and Vibrating Alarms To address this issue, Red smoke alarms have developed the strobe light and vibrating pad (model RHIS) to cater to the needs of the deaf and hard of hearing. This device is in

Your Smoke Alarm Battery - Essential Care Tips

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  Photoelectric smoke alarms are a vital safety feature in any home or building. They work by detecting smoke particles in the air and sounding an alarm to alert occupants of a potential fire. However, like any other lifesaving electronic device, photoelectric smoke alarms require batteries to operate effectively. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of your smoke alarm battery and offer tips on how to maintain it.   Why is your smoke alarm battery important? The batteries in a photoelectric smoke alarm are essential because they provide the power necessary to detect smoke particles in the air. Quite obviously, without functioning batteries the photoelectric smoke alarm would cease to operate – it would not be able to detect smoke and would not sound the alarm, leaving occupants at risk in the event of a fire. When a smoke alarm battery becomes low on power it may make the smoke alarm more susceptible to false / nuisance alarms. Even in situations where you have a 2

Interconnected smoke alarms - which one is best for me?

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  There are lots of factors to consider when buying interconnected smoke alarms  for your home  – this blog post will eliminate some of the uncertainty, helping you to make an informed purchasing decision. Red Smoke Alarms are a highly reputable and reliable brand, based out of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. One factor which really differentiates Red Smoke Alarms apart from their competitors is the high level of after-sales support, and the extensive 10-year warranty covering the life of the product. Red Smoke Alarms have a dedicated tech support helpline Monday to Friday to resolve any issues over the phone, not only that, they have service agents who can come to your home to help troubleshoot and fix any unlikely technical faults on-site. Red Smoke Alarms definitely offer great peace of mind. One of the most popular and best-selling Red Smoke Alarms products is their interconnectable R10RF model. This particular smoke detector model (R10RF) is fully wireless, and powered by a 10-