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Operation and Installation Guide | 7.0
Fire Safety
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7.0 Fire Safety
No fire detection device or system is
100% foolproof.
This fire alarm system can provide early warning of
a developing fire. Such a system, however, does
not ensure protection against property damage or
loss of life resulting from a fire. Any fire alarm
system can fail to warn for any number of reasons
(such as smoke not reaching a detector that is
behind a closed door).
This system must be regularly tested
(when installed, when modified, and at
least annually thereafter) to ensure
continued performance.
When considering detectors for residential
applications, refer to NFPA Standard 72, The
National Fire Alarm Code. This standard is
available at a nominal cost from: The National Fire
Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy,
MA 02269.
7.1
Smoke Detector Layout
7.1.1 General
Considerations
Proper location of detection devices is one of the
most critical factors in a fire alarm system.
Smoke detectors should not be installed in dead air
spaces or close to ventilating or air conditioning
outlets because smoke can be circulated away
from the detector. Locations near air inlets are
favored.
Avoid areas subject to normal smoke
concentrations such as kitchens, garages, or near
fireplaces.
Do not install smoke detectors where normal area
temperatures are above 100°F (38°C) or below
32°F (0°C).
Avoid areas of high humidity and dust
concentrations.
Place the edge of ceiling mounted detectors no
closer than 4 in. (10 cm) from any wall.
Place the top edge of wall-mounted detectors
between 4 and 12 in. (10 and 30 cm) from the
ceiling.
For exact mounting information, refer to the
instructions provided with the smoke detectors.
7.1.2 Installing Family Residences
Providing a Fire Warning System
: Most fire
deaths occur in the home, especially during
sleeping hours. The minimum level of protection
requires smoke detectors to be installed outside of
each separate sleeping area and on each
additional story of the dwelling. Refer to
Figure 16
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For added early warning protection,
install detectors in all separate areas
including the basement, bedrooms, dining
room, utility room, furnace room, and
hallways.
Figure 16: Smoke Detector locations in
Residential Setting
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2
3
4
5
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4
3
7
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1 - Bedroom
2 - Hall
3 - Living Room
4 - Dining Room
5 - Basement
6 – Recreation Room
7 - Kitchen
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