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2. Installation
Mobile Homes
Modern mobile homes have been designed and built to be energy
efficient. Install smoke alarms as recommended in Recommended
Locations and Image 2A.
In mobile homes that are not well insulated compared to present
standards, extreme heat or cold can be transferred from the outside
to the inside through poorly insulated walls and roof. This may create
a thermal barrier that can prevent the smoke from reaching an alarm
mounted on the ceiling. In such units, install the smoke alarm on an
inside wall with the top edge of the alarm at a minimum of 10 cm (4")
and a maximum of 30.5 cm (12") below the ceiling (Image 2A).
If you are not sure about the insulation in your mobile home, or if you
notice that the outer walls and ceiling are either hot or cold, install the
alarm on an inside wall. For minimum protection, install at least one
alarm close to the sleeping rooms. For additional protection, see Image
1A and 1B.
WARNING: Test your smoke alarm operation after R.V. or mobile
home vehicle has been in storage, before each trip and at least
once a week during use.
3. Operation
CAUTION: Due to the loudness (85 decibels) of the alarm, always
stand an arms-length away from the unit when testing.
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After installation, test by pushing the test button on the cover
and hold it down for a minimum of 5 seconds. This will sound the
alarm if all the electronics, circuitry, horn and battery are working.
If the alarm does not sound and you have already replaced the
battery, the alarm must be replaced.
The smoke alarm is operating once a fresh battery is installed and testing
is complete. When the smoke alarm photoelectric sensor chamber
senses products of combustion, the horn will sound a loud (85db) alarm
until the sensing chamber is cleared of smoke particles.
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