AICO OPTICAL SMOKE ALARM
21 April 2011 AllAboutElectrics
Aico mains EI 156TL optical smoke alarm with lithium battery backupThis range of smoke alarms are normally fitted by local councils & authoritys because of Aicos reputation for being the best & most trusted smoke alarm manufacturer in the country. This smoke alarm uses 'Optical' technology which detects large smoke particles given off by slow smouldering fires similar to those you would find on soft furnishings and fabics. Unlike tts 'Ionisation' counterpart the 'Optical' smoke alarm does not contain any radioactive material and operates using a narrow beam of light, if this beam is broken twice is a certain time period the smoke alarm sounds its 85dB(A) sounder and also those connected to the same circuit, which will alert someone to the issue. Another benefit of this smoke alarm is that it uses Lithium batteries which are designed to last for 10+ years and can work for up to 6 months without a mains connection once fully charged. You are also able to interconnect up to 12 smoke and heat alarm and use test, hush and locate switches to create a BS5839 compliant fire detection system. Features of the Aico Optical smoke alarm Has a Test and Hush button located in the centre of the smoke alarm for testing and to silence any nuisance alarms. Features two LED indicators to alert people to any problems there may be with the smoke alarm. Detachable back plate with a tamperproof catch. A Push fit mains connector is fitted for safe and easy installation and removal. The smoke alarm has a 5 year guarantee (Limited) Electrical consumption: 0.8W Electrical ratings : 230V 50Hz 40mA. The unit can be fitted to a BS4662 standard 25mm switch back box or dry lining box.
£54.91





