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WHERE NOT TO INSTALL YOUR CARBON
MONOXIDE ALARMS
• Keep the carbon monoxide alarm at least
3 m (10 ft) away from any cooking appliances,
including the hob, oven, microwave, etc.
• This alarm should not be installed in locations
where the temperature is below 4 °C (40 °F)
or above 38 °C (100 °F)
• In an enclosed space (for example, in a
cupboard or behind a curtain)
• Where it can be obstructed (for example,
by furniture)
• Directly above a sink
• Next to a door or window
• Next to an extractor fan
• Next to an air vent or other similar
ventilation openings
• Where dirt and dust may block the sensor
• In a damp or humid location
EXAMPLES OF WHEN YOUR SMOKE ALARM
MAY NOT BE EFFECTIVE
Your alarm may not be effective in protecting
against fire in certain cases:
• Smoking in bed.
• Leaving children unsupervised.
• Cleaning with flammable liquids, like petrol.
• When someone’s clothing is on fire.
• Fires where the smoke is prevented from
reaching the alarm due to a closed door or
other obstruction.
INSTALLATION IN IRELAND
REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
Nest Protect provides both smoke alarm and
carbon monoxide alarm functionality. When
appropriately installed, Nest Protect will enable
you to comply with Irish regulatory requirements.
This document does not purport to provide
guidance on legal requirements. For further
information about legal requirements in Ireland,
you may wish to refer to the relevant legislation,
the current edition of the National Rules for
Electrical Installations (Wiring Rules), relevant
standards and guidance documents.
Smoke alarm requirements
Nest Protect 230 V is suitable for installation
in both new and existing buildings. However,
battery-powered Nest Protects are not suitable
in new buildings or where there is significant
construction or change of use taking place. If in
doubt, consult a registered electrical contractor.
You should install Nest Protect 230 V to comply
with Part B of the Building Regulations and the
Technical Guidance document published under
Part B. The Part B Technical Guidance requires
the provision of a system complying with Part
6 of BS 5839 of 2004 and meeting at least the
requirements of a Grade D system, as set out
in BS 5839, Part 6. When properly installed, a
system comprising Nest Protect 230 V units will
meet this standard.
Carbon monoxide alarm requirements
If you are installing a new heat-producing
appliance (fire, boiler, etc.) after 1 September
2014, Part J of the Building Regulations will
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