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Testing and Maintenance of Your Smoke Alarms Yes smoke alarms do require some maintenance to keep them working in top form, but luckily this maintenance is very easy to carry out. It is a good idea to lightly vacuum the alarm with a small bristle attachment
every six months or so, to keep dust from the unit. The last maintenance required is the
battery. Smoke alarms should be tested regularly to ensure they are in good working order.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations as smoke alarms can differ. Generally, you
should test your alarms weekly by pushing the alarm test button. If you are unable to do
this, you can use a broom handle or cane to gently depress the button. 4. How to Survive a Fire in Your Home |
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Every spring and fall when the time changes to and from Daylight Savings
Time, pop a new battery into your smoke alarms. In most cases the battery will last one
year, but keeping to this schedule provides an easy method of remembering when to change
the battery. This method also ensures you're covered in case you forget to change the
battery this fall, likely you'll catch it in the spring. Use only batteries that are
recommended for your particular smoke alarm.
If you are unable to do this yourself, have a family member or neighbor test them
for you. And remember if you've been away, test your smoke alarms when you get back. The
batteries may have run out while you were away. 