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February Safety Tips
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| Why a Smoke Detector? | |
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Most fatal fires occur when people are sleeping. A smoke
alarm can alert you when there is a fire, in time to save your life. |
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How are smoke alarms powered? |
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| They are powered in two ways: |
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• Batteries : □ Standard nine volt batteries. Change them twice a year when you change your clock for daylight savings time. |
• Household Current: This type can be interconnected, so that if one sounds they all sound. Choose one with a battery back-up in case of a power failure. |
| □ Lithium batteries- Last up to ten years | |
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Where should I install my smoke alarm? |
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| • The best is on the ceiling in the center of the room. | • You should have at least one (1) on every level. |
| • The best protection is one (1) in every bedroom. | • Install close enough to bedroom to be heard. |
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• Don't install near air supply or air return. |
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