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Noise – What impact does noise have on occupants’ health?

Poor noise management will also have an impact on occupants’ concentration levels, influencing their alertness too. The impact is not only physical, but can also be psychological. Studies show that exposure to noise increases levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This can lead to increased anxiety, fatigue, depression and even sleep disturbance. NEXELEC noise sensors […]

Noise – What are the consequences of noise?

Noise is a constant feature of everyday life. But unfortunately, it can be harmful to humans. In France, 3 million employees are exposed to excessive noise levels in the workplace. Without realizing it, hearing loss can set in very quickly and lead to deafness. To anticipate these risks, NEXELEC noise sensors help you keep an […]

Brightness – How can I improve the brightness of a building?

There are several ways to improve light levels: Maximize natural light: make the most of natural light by positioning desks close to windows and using skylights where possible. Natural light helps regulate our circadian rhythm and raises our alertness level. Choose the right artificial lighting: if you need artificial lighting, opt for energy-efficient LED bulbs, […]

Brightness – Why measure brightness?

In any indoor environment, lighting plays a crucial role in the productivity, concentration and well-being of occupants. Good lighting can boost energy, improve mood and reduce eyestrain. Measuring brightness is therefore essential to guarantee the visual comfort, safety, energy efficiency and functionality of interior spaces.

Smoke – Installation: fit BASE/BASE + base with FIX adhesive fastener (optional)

To secure the product with the FIX adhesive fastener :   Place the adhesive on the mounting base and press firmly with your fingers for 10 seconds. Remove the adhesive backing and stick the mounting base to the wall or ceiling. Press down hard with your fingers for 10 seconds and wait 30 seconds before […]

Smoke – Installation: fitting the BASE/BASE+ base using screws and plugs

To secure the base to the wall or ceiling: Use a level to draw a line about 5 centimetres wide on your wall. Position the base on the line with the “UP” marking and the arrows pointing upwards. The small ears on either side of the base should be on the lower edge of the […]

Smoke – Installation: wall or ceiling mounting

Ceiling or wall installation Install the detector on the ceiling in the center of the room, at least 50 cm from corners, walls, beams or any other obstacle. Install the detector on the wall at a distance of between 50 cm and 60 cm below the ceiling. Fixing to a sloping ceiling Install the detector […]

Smoke – Detector commissioning

Sealed-battery detector Follow the commissioning procedure for INSAFE and INSAFE+, ORIGIN and ORIGIN+ detectors: Switch on single-use switch (1) Wait a few seconds, then press the detector button for 3 seconds until the alarm sounds, then release to stop the alarm (2) The detector initializes for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, the detector is ready […]

Smoke – How do I maintain my detector every year?

Every year, clean the detector and perform an alarm test: Remove the detector from its base Turn the detector over Remove dust with the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner, sucking for 30 seconds (any insects, spider webs or dust clusters near the detector must be removed). Press the Test / Silence button until the […]

Smoke – How often should a smoke detector be tested?

Every year, test the detector to ensure that the light and sound indicators are working properly.

Smoke – Recommended and avoided locations

Depending on the configuration and surface area of your home, you may need several smoke detectors to ensure minimum protection, effective detection, alarm range and rapid evacuation. Standard installation one detector per floor in corridors and/or stairwells between sleeping areas (bedrooms), possible sources of fire (garage, electrical installation, etc.) and exits from your home (door, […]

Smoke – Precautions and limits

For your safety, please observe the following points: Comply with all the instructions in this manual, and be aware that failure to replace your detector when the user manual specifies, pausing the detector and stopping an alarm can be dangerous. Do not install the detector in one of the “Locations to avoid”. Do not paint, […]