User's Guide

- crawl spaces and unfinished attics”
- “In the living area(s) of a guest suite”
- “In the living area(s) of a residential board and care occupancy”
“Are More Smoke Detectors Desirable? The required number of smoke detectors might
not provide reliable early warning protection for those areas separated by a door for the
areas protected by the required smoke detector. For this reason, it is recommended that
householder consider the use of additional smoke detectors for those areas or increased
protection. The additional areas include the basement, bedrooms, dining room, furnace
room, utility room, and hallways not protected by the required smoke detectors. The
installation of smoke detectors in kitchens, attics (finished or unfinished), or garages is not
normally recommended as these locations occasionally experience conditions that can
result in improper operation.”
The equipment should be installed using wiring methods in accordance with the
National Fire Protection Association’s Standard 72, Chapter 11. (National Fire
Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269).
IMPORTANT!
Specific requirements for Smoke Alarm installation vary from state to state and from region
to region. Check with your local Fire Department for current requirements in your area.
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