The Firechief 10 Year Battery Optical Smoke Alarm is a compact, easy-to-install smoke alarm designed to provide reliable early warning of fire in homes and similar residential environments.
It uses photoelectric/optical smoke detection technology, making it particularly effective at detecting fires that develop slowly and produce larger smoke particles, such as smouldering fires.
The alarm is powered by a sealed-in 10-year lithium battery, meaning there is no need to replace the battery during its intended service life. It features a large test button, low-battery/end-of-life indication and a loud 85 dB alarm at 3 metres.
Unlike the EMS SmartCell detectors, this Firechief alarm operates independently.
It does not require a SmartCell control panel, mains wiring or a separate fire alarm control panel.
Simply install it in the appropriate location, activate the alarm and test it.
For homes requiring multiple interconnected alarms, Safe & Smart can also supply suitable Firechief wireless-interlinked models separately.
Firechief's catalogue identifies the FBSD10 as its 10-year sealed-battery optical smoke alarm, model FBSD10, product code 117-1099.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Firechief |
| Model | FBSD10 |
| Product code | 117-1099 |
| Detection type | Optical / photoelectric |
| Battery | Sealed 10-year lithium |
| Battery replacement | Not required |
| Alarm volume | 85 dB @ 3 metres |
| Test button | Yes |
| Low battery indication | Yes |
| End-of-life indication | Yes |
| Power | Battery |
| Installation | Ceiling/wall suitable subject to installation guidance |
| Dimensions | Ø100 × 34.8 mm |
| Certification | BS EN 14604:2005 + AC:2008 |
| Certification body | LPCB |
| Warranty | 10 years |
| Colour | White |
For domestic properties, smoke alarms should generally be installed in the appropriate circulation spaces, such as hallways and landings, with additional alarms in suitable rooms where required by the property's risk assessment and applicable regulations.
Optical alarms are particularly useful where there may be a risk of false alarms from cooking fumes, although they should not be installed too close to bathrooms or other areas where steam could cause nuisance alarms.
Safe & Smart can professionally install this alarm for customers who want their home fire protection assessed and fitted for them.
Professional Smoke Alarm Installation — £30 inc VAT per alarm
Our installation includes:
For customers who are unsure how many alarms their property requires, our £50 Home Safety Survey provides a more comprehensive assessment, with the £50 deducted from installation costs when products are purchased from Safe & Smart.
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