How to Use a Smoke Detector
🔥 What is a Smoke Detector?
A smoke detector detects smoke, which may indicate a fire. It is integrated into the nurse call system to alert caregivers when smoke is detected.
⚙️ How It Works
When smoke is detected, the alarm sounds and a signal is sent to the nurse call system, creating an active incident. Caregivers are notified to respond.
🔄 How to Reset a Smoke Detector
- A technician can reset it at the central Fire Panel.
- An administrator can change the incident status from Active to Open via the Web Interface by clicking the “Acknowledge Incident” button.
❓ Why Reset?
- Changes the incident status from “Active” to “Open.”
- Stops all caregiver devices from alerting for this incident.
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