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smoke alarm
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Def: a device that automatically detects the presence of smoke as an indicator of fire by issuing a local alarm
Example: When smoke alarms fail to operate, it is usually because batteries are missing, disconnected or dead.
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Household 'smoke alarms' are also called 'smoke detectors'.
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ionization smoke alarm
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photoelectric smoke alarm
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dual sensor smoke alarm
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hardwired smoke alarm
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battery-operated smoke alarm
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install a smoke alarm
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maintain a smoke alarm
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