Re: Attic Smoke Detectors Question

["Norm Mugford" <1alarm@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I've never had a problem with 135 degree heats in attics,
in Connecticut or here in Florida.

What experiences have you had that causes you to
recommend a 194 or 200 degree heat?

Norm Mugford


"Robert L. Bass" <robertlbass@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
news:nPWdnQjHppcWUv7fRVn-gA@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> > I would avoid using a smoke detector in your attic.
> > Too many "dust" and "critter" variables to deal with.
> > I would use a fixed 135 degree heat detector...
>
> Do NOT install a 135ºF fixed temperature or ROR heat detector in an attic.
> It will false.  Use either a 194º or 200º detector.  Most of my
> installations have been in the northeastern states where 194ºF
rate-of-rise
> (ROR) type detectors are the norm for attics.  If you live in the desert
> southwest, you may want to consider using fixed temp heat detectors.
>
> In either case, never use a 145º heat sensor in the attic (unless you
happen
> to live in Alaska).
>
> > Reminder "Heat detectors should only be
> > used when property protection alone is
> > involved".
>
> That much is correct.  Heat detectors are not considered life safety
> devices.
>
> --
>
> Regards,
> Robert L Bass
>
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