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Heat detector mounted on cedar ceiling inside a Finnish sauna cabin
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Sauna smoke detectors: why you need a heat-activated type

Regular smoke detectors false-alarm in saunas. Learn why heat-activated detectors (rated to 135°F+) are the right choice, how they work, and what to buy.

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