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smoke detector
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smoke detector [′smōk di‚tek·tər]
(engineering)
A photoelectric system for an alarm when smoke in a chimney or other location exceeds a predetermined density.


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Shortly thereafter, they heard screams and the smoke alarm coming from inside the residence.
Last month, the Michael Ewart Smoke Alarm Foundation had its first outreach efforts at a soccer game where Michael and friends handed out fliers reminding people to change the batteries in their home smoke alarms.
No matter what kind of mattress is on the bed frame, a working smoke alarm in or near each bedroom is essential fire protection for your family.
 
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