Mobile Homes
Modern mobile homes have been designed to be energy efficient. Install
smoke alarms as recommended in
Recommended Locations
and
Image 2A.
In older 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 bedrooms. For additional protection, see Image 1A.
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.
Attaching Mounting Plate
OPTION 1:
Easy Mount – Drywall Only
1. Choose a mounting location
(wall or ceiling) and drill a 3/16”
diameter hole at least 1/2” deep.
2. Insert the provided screw
through the mounting plate
aligning the ribs on the screw
with the slots on the mounting
plate.
3. Tighten the screw/mounting
plate to wall or ceiling until
mounting plate is snug against
surface. DO NOT over-tighten.
4. Installation / Mounting Instructions
Ribs (2
places)
Mounting Option 1
Slots
