Thought of the day...

If the home were to be constructed today, standards would require installation of detectors in each sleeping room and in the hallway accessing each sleeping area. Multi story dwellings would require a detector on each level and series wired. Future installation of additional detectors at any unprotected location is suggested for increased fire safety.

Do consider seriously about the areas that a smoke detector we mentioned above being present. When testing the smoke detectors, we recommend a more accurate method that represents the real world situation. The built-in test button when present only verifies proper battery and horn function, but does not test smoke sensor. Therefore, we suggest that the units be tested with real or simulated smoke at move-in and that fresh batteries be installed as required and tested monthly as recommended by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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