Kolter Homeowner Guide

HOME TIP: Follow manufacturer’s instructions for testing CO and smoke detectors.

HOME TIP: Change all CO and smoke detector batteries at the same time every year. Many people change them at Daylight Savings Time.

Keeping detectors functioning properly Properly functioning detectors are vital to your safety. Clean them of dust, which reduces their sensitivity to heat and smoke and may cause false alarms. To get rid of dust, remove the top of the detector and vacuum the inside. A can of compressed air also works for dust removal. Backup battery CO and smoke detectors contain 9-volt batteries that serve as backup should power to the home be cut. The detector will produce an unmistakable chirp when the battery is running low and it’s time to replace it. To ensure there’s no lapse in safety, keep extra 9-volt batteries on hand.

HOME TIP: Even if just one detector isn’t functioning properly, all will chirp. Find the malfunctioning detector by locating the one that has a red indicator light flashing.

HOME TIP: If your home includes a fire sprinkler system, read the manufacturer’s instructions.

Change the battery by following these steps:

1. Disconnect the hardwire harness.

2. Take out used battery.

3. Discharge latent energy from the detector by pressing the TEST button.

4. Install fresh battery.

5. Reconnect hardwire harness.

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