Smoke Detectors

Smoke detectors are provided in your apartment for your safety. In the event of a fire, the smoke detector is your most effective life saving device, because it notifies you to leave the building.

DO NOT DISENGAGE THE SMOKE DETECTOR(S) FOR ANY REASON. If they are not working, or are too sensitive, pleasesubmit a maintenance request to us as soon as possible.

Testing your Smoke Detector

Smoke detectors should be checked on a regular basis. Make sure the smoke detector(s) is working by pressing the test button on the face of the smoke detector for five seconds. Please send us a maintenance request if you are having any problems with the operation of your smoke detector(s). This is for your safety and protection as well as the other tenants in your building.

Chirping Smoke Detectors

The most common reason for a smoke detector to chirp is that it is running low on batteries. To stop the chirping, you will need to replace the 9-volt battery in the machine with a fresh 9-volt battery. It is your responsibility to replace the battery when necessary. If you are unable to reach the smoke detector in order to change the battery, you should send us a maintenance request.