Firex AD Instructions Manual page 5

IMPORTANT SMOKE ALARM
PLACEMENT AND EXCEPTION
•
Install a smoke alarm as close to
the center of the ceiling as possi-
ble. If this is not practical, mount
no closer than 4 inches from a
wall or corner. Also, if local codes
allow, install smoke alarms on
walls, between 4 and 12 inches
from ceiling/wall intersections.
•
Install a minimum of two smoke alarms in every home, no mat-
ter how small the home. New construction codes require a mini-
mum of two interconnected smoke alarms in newly built homes.
•
Install a smoke alarm in each room
that is divided by a partial wall
(either coming down from the ceil-
ing at least 24 inches, or coming
up from the floor).
•
Install smoke alarms on peaked,
cathedral, or gabled ceilings 3 feet
from the highest point (measured
horizontally).
•
Install a smoke alarm in lived-in
attics or attics which house electri-
cal equipment like furnaces, air con-
ditioners, or heaters.
DO NOT install smoke alarm:
Near appliances or areas where normal combustion
regularly occurs (kitchens, near furnaces, hot water
heaters). Use specialized smoke alarms with unwanted
alarm control for these areas.
In areas with high humidity, like bathrooms or areas
near dishwashers or washing machines. Install at least
10 feet (3 meters) away from these areas, if possible.
Near air returns or heating and cooling supply vents.
The air could blow smoke away from the detector,
interrupting its alarm.
In rooms where temperatures may fall below 40˚F
(4˚ C) or rise above 100˚F (38˚C).
In extremely dusty, dirty, or insect-infested areas.
Loose particles interfere with smoke alarm operation.
INFORMATION:
5
4 IN
(0.1m )
CEILING
4 IN
ACCEPTABLE HERE
(0.1m )
MINIMUM
NEVER HERE
12 IN
(0.3 m )
MAXIMUM
TOP OF DETECTOR
ACCEPTABLE HERE
SIDE
WALL
SOFFIT
8"
STUB WALL
3'-0"
PEAKED CEILING