MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
Mobile homes built in the past five to seven years have been designed to be energy efficient. Install
smoke alarms as recommended above (refer to RECOMMENDED LOCATIONS and Diagram A).
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 which 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 4” (10cm) and a maximum of 12” (30.5cm) below the ceiling (see Diagram A).
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 SINGLE FLOOR PLAN in
Diagram B.
WARNING: TEST YOUR SMOKE ALARM OPERATION AFTER CARAVAN OR MOBILE HOME
VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE, BEFORE EACH TRIP AND AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK
DURING USE.
2. LOCATIONS TO AVOID
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In the garage. Products of combustion are present when you start your car.
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In front of forced air ducts used for heating and air conditioning, near ceiling fans, or other high
air flow areas.
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In the peak of an “A” frame type ceiling.
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In an area where the temperature may fall below 5°C or rise above 45°C.
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In dusty areas. Dust particles may cause nuisance alarm or failure to alarm.
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In very humid areas or near a bathroom. Moisture or steam can cause nuisance alarms.
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Near fluorescent lights. Electronic “noise” may cause nuisance alarms.
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Smoke Alarms for Minimum Protection
Smoke Alarms for Additional Protection
Smoke Alarms with “HUSH” Control
DIAGRAM “B”
DIAGRAM “A”
CEILING
4”
(10cm)
MINIMUM
4”
(10cm)
MINIMUM
12”
(30.5)
MAXIMUM
NEVER HERE
BEST HERE
ACCEPTABLE HERE
DEAD
AIR
SPACE
SIDE WALL
