How to choose a gas alarm for domestic use How to install it

In order to avoid potential risks in the use of domestic gas, in addition to daily self-inspection of gas equipment, it is also recommended that you install a gas alarm.

 

What exactly is the role of gas alarms, the wide variety of gas alarms on the market, and how to properly choose and how to install them?

 

 

What is the role of gas leak alarms?

 

Gas alarms are very important gas safety equipment, installed in the kitchen, 24-hour detection of gas leaks. When there is a gas leak, and the concentration of gas in the air exceeds the set value, the alarm will immediately issue a sound and light alarm signal, and at the same time can be linked solenoid valve, robot, fan, etc. to cut off the gas source and remind the site personnel to take emergency measures.

 

 

How to determine whether the gas alarm is qualified? How do users choose a gas alarm?

 

The quality of gas leak alarms on the market today varies, it is recommended that when you buy an instrument, choose equipment produced by regular manufacturers, you can use the fire certification label as a reference standard, and for door-to-door sales of gas leak alarm devices, consumers should be vigilant, shine a light on the eyes, do not be deceived.

 

Before placing an order, to understand clearly what kind of gas they use at home, according to the gas source to choose a gas alarm.

 

Another, gas alarms have different functions, users can choose according to their actual situation.

 

How to install the alarm, what are the considerations?

 

Household gas alarms are small and light, and can be hung directly in the appropriate indoor location using hook and nail, paste.

 

When detecting natural gas, artificial gas, gas alarms should be installed at a distance of 30-60cm from the ceiling; when detecting the concentration of LPG leaks, the alarm should be installed at a distance of 30-60cm from the ground. It is advisable to choose a location close to the gas meter or gas pipeline joints.

 

However, please avoid the following locations.

 

Directly above the stove and combustion appliances, exhaust gas and fumes to prevent fumes from sealing the probe and causing the sensor to malfunction; cabinets or other enclosed spaces; under the sink and other wet areas; exhaust fans and other places affected by air currents; places where dirt tends to gather.

 

Note: The alarm should be continuously energized and should not be unplugged when you go out or fall asleep at night.

 

What should I do if the alarm goes off?

 

After the gas leak alarm sends out an audible and visual alarm signal, residents should not panic and should quickly follow the following process: close the main valve of the indoor gas pipeline (the valve in front of the gas meter) and open doors and windows for ventilation, and organize evacuation of people.

 

Go to an outdoor well-ventilated area and call the gas company to arrange for a home repair.

 

Special attention is needed: do not turn on and off any electrical appliances such as electric lights, exhaust fans (non-explosion-proof), range hoods, air conditioners, electric switches, wired and wireless phones, etc. in the place of gas leakage.