Smoke Alarms

It is important to develop a regular plan for checking the operation of your Smoke Alarm …

Reminders (from the Queensland Government)

• Read the manufacturer instructions
• Keep free of dust and debris that can interfere with their operation.
• Press the test button once a Month to check the battery. If you cannot reach the button easily, use a broom handle.
• Replace the batteries once a Year - . Pick a public holiday or your birthday and replace the batteries each year on that day. In most models when batteries are low the detector will sound a short ‘BEEP’ every minute or so. This is your reminder to replace the batteries.
• Never paint a Smoke alarm.
• If cooking and smoke sets off the alarm, do not disable it. Turn on the range fan, open a window or wave a towel near the alarm.
• Do not remove the batteries from your smoke alarm.
• Replace the unit before the expiry date on the manufacturer’s warranty. Smoke alarms wear out over time and should be replaced. You may want to write the purchase date with a marker on the inside of the smoke alarm unit. That way, you’ll know when to replace it.

* All types of smoke alarms have a limited life-span and need to be replaced according to manufacturer's instructions.