4. Remove
your old
smoke alarm
(if you have
one)
Note:
If you don't have an old smoke alarm, skip to the next step.
You may have to twist the alarm to release it. Remove it carefully to avoid
damaging your ceiling or wall. Unscrew and remove the back plate if there
is one.
Tip:
Your old smoke alarm might make a loud noise when you disconnect it.
5. Install Nest
backplate
Screw the Nest back plate directly into the wall or ceiling with the Nest screws.
The Nest screws are self-tapping, so there's no need to drill pilot holes in wood,
plaster and other relatively soft materials.
Tip:
All smoke alarms prefer to live in a dust free area, so remove any dust
before you install Nest Protect.
