How to install a smoke alarm
ISA Interconnect Smoke Alarms are easy to install. Use adhesive mounting tape or a few screws to safely install a smoke alarm. In some cases, you will need a qualified electrician, especially if your smoke alarms will be connected to your mains power. Here are some helpful tips.

CAN I INSTALL A SMOKE ALARM MYSELF?
Yes. ISA Alarms are relatively easy to install a battery-powered smoke alarm in many cases. Only in the case of a wired mains powered smoke alarm will a licensed electrician be required just for installation.

TOOLS YOU NEED
A drill, screwdriver, a stepladder and screws with wall plugs are in each box which should be all that is needed. Adhesive mounting tape can be used as well for installation if preferred. If you’re unsure of how to install photoelectric smoke alarms or you don’t know if you should install an ISA AC 240v Wired Smoke Alarm then please read the manual or consult a licensed electrician.

WHERE TO INSTALL
You need to know where to install your smoke alarms
Smoke alarms need to be installed in every bedroom, connecting hallways and at exits. If you are unsure where to place them and how many you need then contact us or read over the regulations for up to date information.

WHICH SMOKE ALARMS DO YOU NEED
ISA photoelectric smoke alarms in the 10 year DC Battery version are usually the best to use as they are the easiest to install. Though if an AC 204v smoke alarm is already installed then it must be replaced with a ISA AC 240v will need to be used to replace it and it will need to be installed by an electrician.

YOU MIGHT NEED AN ELECTRICIAN
ISA smoke alarms are designed to be installed easily. 10 year Battery versions can be installed my anyone but if an AC 240 mains powered alarm is required then an electrician will need to be used for installation.

ISA BATTERY VERSIONS ARE SIMPLE
10yr Battery Wireless Interconnected Smoke Alarm can be connected to each other and installed in minutes and only the most basic tools so they are the best choice when updating your home smoke alarm system. Become compliant now as it is just so easy!

TEST YOU ALARMS
Just as easy as pressing the button, check the manual for details.

SMOKE ALARM MAINTENANCE
Once every month the alarms need to be tested and every 6 months give them.