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| 1-800-617-7512 |
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Smoke Alarms:
Did you know that the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) urges replacing home
smoke alarms after 10 years. We at B & M Electric, Inc.
can help you determine the age of the smoke alarms in your home
and if they meet code requirements. Aging smoke alarms do
not operate efficiently and often are the source for nuisance
alarms. Older smoke alarms are estimated to have a 30%
probability of failure within the first 10 years. Newer
smoke alarms do better, but should be replaced after 10
years. Unless you know that the smoke alarms are new,
replacing them when moving into a new residence is also
recommended by NFPA.
The NFPA offers the
following smoke alarm safety tips:
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Install new batteries in all alarms once a
year or when the alarm chirps to warn that the battery is
dying.
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Test units at least monthly. Test the
units using the test button or an approved smoke substitute.
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Clean the units, in accordance with the
manufacturers' instructions.
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Do not use a open-flame device for testing because
of the danger the flame poses.
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Smoke alarms should be placed outside of each
sleeping area and on each level of the home, including the
basement.
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In new homes, smoke alarms are required in all
sleeping rooms, according to the National Fire Alarm Code.
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Alarms should be mounted on the wall 4-12
inches from the ceiling ; ceiling-mounted alarms should be
positioned 4 inches away from the nearest wall. On a
vaulted ceiling, be sure to mount the alarm at the highest
point of the ceiling.
We use FireX smoke alarms. Customers around
the world consider FireX synonymous with reliability and
dependability in home safety products.
Here at B & M Electric,
Inc. we like to provide our customers with the very best in
electrical service. Call us at (301) 292-6400 or (703)
352-4646, and we'll take care of your Smoke alarm needs. |
