The ST-750T features FireAngel's groundbreaking Thermoptek technology. When the alarm detects a rise in temperature the optical smoke detection sensor becomes extra sensitive, making it able to detect fires much faster than standard optical alarms, while at the same time reducing the risk of false alarms. Powered by a sealed Panasonic lithium battery, the ultimate in battery life reliability, there is no need to change the alarm's battery for its entire 10 year lifespan.
The alarm also has a very helpful "Sleep Easy" function which allows homeowners to silence the end-of-life chirp after ten years for 8 hours to avoid being disturbed while asleep.
FireAngel's Thermoptek smoke alarms are recommended by the UK's Fire and Rescue Service.
- Battery: Built-in, lasts the lifetime of your alarm - GUARANTEED
- Warranty: 10 year warranty
- Large test / silence button for no-hassle maintenance
- feature helps provide maximum protection
- Thermally enhanced sensor for quicker reactions to fire (compared to standard optical smoke alarms)
- Reduced risk of false alarms and therefore suitable for areas adjacent to a kitchen
- temporarily silences end-of-life warning chirps for 8 hours
- Suitable for installations complying to Grade F1
- Smoke alarm technology of choice for the UK's Fire and Rescue Service
- Supplied with fixings; 2 x screws and 2 x rawl plugs
- CE marked and Kitemarked to BS EN 14604
- Please note: While the alarm features a red ring on the front, only a very small LED flashes red every 40 seconds to indicate that the alarm is working correctly.
Q. Do I need an ionisation or optical smoke alarm?
A. We recommend using an optical smoke alarm in hallways, as these are less likely to go off because of cooking fumes from a connected kitchen. Optical smoke alarms are also ideal for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, as they are good at detecting smouldering fires from soft furnishings. For landings we recommend ionisation alarms. Heat alarms are designed for kitchens and garages. No alarms should be installed in bathrooms.
Q. Can I put my smoke alarm on the wall, or must it be mounted on the ceiling?
A. The best location to install your smoke alarm is in the centre of the ceiling rather than on the wall. During a fire, smoke initially rises and then spreads to the sides of the room. By installing the alarm on the ceiling, this ensures that you receive the earliest possible warning of a fire.
Q. What is the best way to test my alarm?
A. We recommend testing alarms by pressing the test button built-in to the unit, as this is designed to simulate the detection of the target stimuli (usually smoke, heat, or CO) at the alarm sensor. You should test your alarms regularly to ensure they are protecting building occupants, preferably every week. For more detailed guidance, check the manual included with your alarm.
Q. How long do smoke alarms last before needing replacement?
A. It is recommended that smoke alarms are replaced after 10 years. This is because the sensors in the smoke alarms become less sensitive and may not activate when a fire is present.
Q. What sort of smoke alarm system would I need to install for a HMO?
A. BS 5839-6 recommends that one or two storey HMOs with an individual floor area of no more than 200sqm (not the total of both floors) should have a Grade D smoke alarm system installed. Grade D refers to mains powered smoke alarms with a back up battery power supply. The alarms can be interlinked either by wire or by radio signal and the system does not require a separate fire alarm panel. For HMOs of 3 storey or higher, a Grade A panel system would need to be installed. This can cover the whole of the building, or can be used just for the communal areas with a separate Grade D system installed for the individual dwellings. For both applications, the level of cover should be a minimum of LD3 (in all escape routes) but this may change according to the fire risk assessment.
Q. Can a smoke alarm be fitted with a sticky adhesive pad in a let property?
A. The sticky pad is suitable for all battery operated smoke alarms. However, we cannot judge if battery alarms are suitable for your let property, as let properties usually require mains powered alarms. There is some advice to this in the governments guides to fire risk assessments. http://www.safelincs.co.uk/Fire-Risk-Assessment/
Also see the LACoRS guide for let properties.
Q. How long do the batteries last in smoke alarms?
A. The 9V alkaline batteries last 12-18 months. Lithium batteries will usually last 5x longer than their alkaline counterparts, achieving around 5 years lifetime. Some lithium cells are also rechargeable, and when used in a mains-powered alarm may last for the entire functional lifespan of the alarm. Newer alarm models may also feature a "sealed" lithium battery. These batteries are specialist components which are designed to not be removed or need replacing by the user, and have been tested by the alarm manufacturer to ensure they last for the lifetime of the alarm.
Please Note: the actual lifetime of your batteries depends on how often the alarms are tested or activated, as sounding the alarm draws more power than when the alarms are "waiting" to detect fire. You should also read your alarm's manual to make sure you only use the recommended types and brands of batteries, as failing to follow these instructions may cause the alarm to malfunction, not alerting you in the event of a fire, and might also invalidate the warranty.
Key Product Features
Large and easy-to-use test/silence button
Tamper-proof sealed Panasonic lithium battery
Unobtrusive small LED light indicates working status every 40 seconds
Screws and rawl plugs included for quick installation
What's Included?
Every FireAngel FAST750T is supplied with the following components.
- 1 x FireAngel ST-750T Thermoptek alarm
- 1 x Tamper-proof 10 year lithium battery
- 2 x Screws and rawl plugs
- 1 x Instruction manual